Waiting to Die
iamjakehill Lyrics

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I drown my tears in material things
I spent all of my years
In front of LED screens
I'm probably wastin' my youth
I'd hate to look back on this
When I'm old and I'm pissed from
All the life that I missed
And I've been fallin' down

I know I've said it before
Can't seem to sort it out
I hit my head on the floor
And then I pour it out
I make some bad metaphors to
Help me calm it down
My thoughts are talking loud

And I've been restless, stressed, depressed
Mark the checklist
It's just another phase that I'm in
And I don't wanna lie to your face
But my pace has been hectic
I just don't know where to begin
So I'll say this

Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die, yeah
All my songs started soundin' the same
I've been locked in my brain
Think I'm goin' insane
I'm manic, dammit, here we go again
I'm so damaged, damn
Where the fuck are all my friends at?
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die

I hold my head up while
I'm holdin' my breath
And I'm so fed up with the dread
I'm always watchin' my step
I wish that I could be
Oblivious like everyone else
They say ignorance is bliss
I really like how that sounds
And I've been crying out
The walls are caving again
Can someone pull me out?
I'm feeling trapped in my skin
Don't wanna let you down
I'm lost and faded again
I really hate this town
Nothing can save me now

And I've been breaking the silence
The words are better when I scream it
I think I said some things out of line
But know I don't mean it
I promise I'll call you 'cause
Lately I just feel defeated
I just don't know where to begin
So I'll say this

Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die, yeah
All my songs started soundin' the same
I've been locked in my brain
Think I'm goin' insane
I'm manic, dammit, here we go again
I'm so damaged, damn
Where the fuck are all my friends at?
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind

Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die

Overall Meaning

The song "Waiting to Die" by iamjakehill explores the feeling of hopelessness and despair that comes with being stuck in a cycle of negative emotions and behaviors. The lyrics describe a sense of being lost and directionless, of wasting one's youth on meaningless pursuits and constantly feeling like there is something missing. The singer seems to be in the midst of a crisis, struggling to break free from the suffocating feeling of being trapped in their own thoughts and emotions.

Throughout the song, there is a sense of the singer trying to express themselves and connect with others, but ultimately feeling like they are not being understood or heard. The repeated refrain of "Life sucks and I'm losing my mind, can you tell me the time? I'm just waiting to die" conveys a sense of helplessness and resignation, as if the singer has given up on finding any kind of meaning or purpose in their life.

Overall, "Waiting to Die" is a powerful and emotional exploration of the struggles of mental health and the search for meaning and purpose in life.

Line by Line Meaning

I drown my tears in material things
I try to cope with my emotions by buying things

I spent all of my years In front of LED screens
I have wasted my life staring at screens

I'm probably wastin' my youth I'd hate to look back on this When I'm old and I'm pissed from All the life that I missed
I realize that I am wasting my time, and I don't want to regret it later

And I've been fallin' down I know I've said it before Can't seem to sort it out I hit my head on the floor And then I pour it out I make some bad metaphors to Help me calm it down My thoughts are talking loud
I am struggling with my mental health, and I use music as an outlet to express myself

And I've been restless, stressed, depressed Mark the checklist It's just another phase that I'm in And I don't wanna lie to your face But my pace has been hectic I just don't know where to begin So I'll say this
I am experiencing a lot of negative emotions, but I am trying to acknowledge them and get through it

Life sucks and I'm losing my mind Can you tell me the time? I'm just waiting to die, yeah All my songs started soundin' the same I've been locked in my brain Think I'm goin' insane I'm manic, dammit, here we go again I'm so damaged, damn Where the fuck are all my friends at? Life sucks and I'm losing my mind Can you tell me the time? I'm just waiting to die
I am struggling with my mental health, my creativity feels stagnant, and I feel alone in my struggles

I hold my head up while I'm holdin' my breath And I'm so fed up with the dread I'm always watchin' my step I wish that I could be Oblivious like everyone else They say ignorance is bliss I really like how that sounds And I've been crying out The walls are caving again Can someone pull me out? I'm feeling trapped in my skin Don't wanna let you down I'm lost and faded again I really hate this town Nothing can save me now
I am constantly anxious and need to be on guard, but I wish I could be carefree like others. I feel trapped and alone, and I'm struggling to cope

And I've been breaking the silence The words are better when I scream it I think I said some things out of line But know I don't mean it I promise I'll call you 'cause Lately I just feel defeated I just don't know where to begin So I'll say this
I am trying to express myself more honestly, but I sometimes say things that I don't mean. I feel defeated and lost, but I want to try to reach out to others

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DANIEL HILL, UNKNOWN WRITER

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@DasPrasanjit

3y↑76

[Verse 1]
I drown my tears in material things
I spent all of my years in front of LED screens
I'm probably wastin' my youth, I'd hate to look back on this
When I'm old and I'm pissed from all the life that I missed
And I've been fallin' down
I know I've said it before, can't seem to sort it out
I hit my head on the floor and then I pour it out
I make some bad metaphors to help me calm it down
My thoughts are talking loud

[Pre-Chorus]
And I've been restless, stressed, depressed, mark the checklist
It's just another phase that I'm in
And I don't wanna lie to your face, but my pace has been hectic
I just don't know where to begin, so I'll say this

[Chorus]
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time? I'm just waiting to die, yeah
All my songs started soundin' the same
I've been locked in my brain, think I'm goin' insane
I'm manic, dammit, here we go again
I'm so damaged, damn, where the fuck are all my friends at?
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time? I'm just waiting to die

[Verse 2]
I hold my head up while I'm holdin' my breath
And I'm so fed up with the dread, I'm always watchin' my step
I wish that I could be oblivious like everyone else
They say ignorance is bliss, I really like how that sounds
And I've been crying out
The walls are caving again, can someone pull me out?
I'm feeling trapped in my skin, don't wanna let you down
I'm lost and faded again, I really hate this town
Nothing can save me now

[Pre-Chorus]
And I've been breaking the silence, the words are better when I scream it
I think I said some things out of line, but know I don't mean it
I promise I'll call you 'cause lately I just feel defeated
I just don't know where to begin, so I'll say this

[Chorus]
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time? I'm just waiting to die, yeah
All my songs started soundin' the same
I've been locked in my brain, think I'm goin' insane
I'm manic, dammit, here we go again
I'm so damaged, damn, where the fuck are all my friends at?
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time? I'm just waiting to die

@nixon2626

Lyrics:

I draw my tears in materiel things
I spent all of my years in front of LED screens
I'm probably wasting my youth, I'd hate to look back on this
When I'm old and I'm pissed from all the life that I've missed
And I've been falling down
I know I've said it before
Can't seem to sort it out
I hit my head on the floor
And then I pour it out
I make some bad metaphors
To help me calm it down
My thoughts are talking loud
And I've been restless, stressed, depressed mark the checklist
It's just another phase that I'm in
And I don't wanna lie to your face
But my pace has been hectic
I just don't know where to begin
So I'll say this
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die, yeah
All my songs started sounding the same
I've been locked in my brain, think I'm going insane
I'm manic, dammit, here we go again
So damaged
Damn, where the fuck are all my friends at?
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die
I hold my head up while I'm holding my breath
Then I'm so fed up with the dread, I'm always watching my step
I wish that I could be oblivious like everyone else
They say that ignorance is bliss I really like how that sounds
And I've been crying out
The walls are caving again, can someone pull me out?
I'm feeling trapped in my skin
Don't want to let you down
I'm lost and fading again
I really hate this town
Nothing can save me now
And I've been breaking the silence
The words are better when I scream it
I think I said some things out of line but know I don't mean it
I promise I'll call you cause lately I just feel defeated
I just don't know where to begin
So I'll say this
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die, yeah
All my songs started sounding the same
I've been locked in my brain, think I'm going insane
I'm manic, dammit, here we go again
I'm so damaged
Damn, where the fuck are all my friends at?
Life sucks and I'm losing my mind
Can you tell me the time?
I'm just waiting to die
I'm just

All comments from YouTube:

@FabledAZN

3y↑394

Went to school with Jake always was super talented super proud of ya man

@tuulikuosmanen2960

2y↑29

Wait you gone to school with jake!!!

@Better-0ff

1y↑13

Chill he just an ordinary person like you guys with different talents.

@Foxly1908

47w↑10

@flat chest Justice For me he's an idole and I would give so much just to meet him. He maybe even saved lives with his music so I can relate if they say it's cool that he knows jake

@GBPartsUnknown

41w↑11

I went to daycare with him too man, always a laid back guy

@ImTheMadman

39w↑3

@@logans5523 lmaoo

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@Vandal-YT

3y↑685

I swear Jake’s voice sounds good on everything, singing over drum and bass and it fucking slaps

@CosyProlific

3y↑31

I swear to God Jake could sing over my parents arguing and it'd slap.

@waywillfind1709

3y↑1

@Loosia lmaooo

@devxro

3y↑2

never thought Jake would sing over a DnB-esque beat but god DAMN it I feel that emotion.

@HHSOD

3y↑2

Yes Jake's voice is impresive

@ake5031

3y↑2

@Loosia lmao

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@lehammsamm

3y↑736

I like how Jake always switches up his sound and experiments with different sounds and styles.

@soup9479

3y↑7

It never seems to disappoint

@lilhank8629

3y↑8

I dont think so

Old jake is waaaay better

@theirishpotato6588

3y↑1

He should learn to sing

@Airzacboy05YT

3y↑1

@tuckerg9128

3y↑16

@Lil Hank nah he’s definitely gotten so much better in every way. Don’t get why people what someone to stay the same, that shit is boring 😂

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@Arcando

3y↑201

Jake absolutely kills it. Major props to him and his music. <3

@dankvii6080

3y↑6

@Arcando Jake Hill x Arcando?

@_Z_D

3y↑3

Hey ur the guy who remixed Painless! Ur cool

@partyblaster2763

3y↑3

@000 ZER0 000 and easier

@samfit_

3y↑2

@Party Blaster (drop)

@justinlebon5076

3y↑49

Literally have been listening to you forever, probably since 2017. Every song you make, you keep real to yourself and how you feel. Even when making shitty funny songs like hotdog heartbreak. Wanted to see you in concert when you were in Philly in 2018 but my school schedule didn't align. Keep up the good shit, been listening to your new album on repeat for days now and fucken love it

@fybslygod7691

3y↑21

Never has made a remotely bad song.His shit hits different then other artists.You cancan tell this dude loves to make music and it’s a major outlet for him.Stay up

@CaptainJack

3y↑235

Epic, loving this style right now!

@killer_ghost5953

Ayo it’s my favorite space engineers YouTuber

@fletcher_sealander

3y↑108

Keep them coming Jake. Your doing great work.

@patienthands7708

@Jusky okay grammatical nazi

@kcjustkc8968

3y↑78

Can’t wait to hear this but at the same time hope your good. Your music makes my life better!

@RattiestOfThemAll

3y↑94

Your music has helped me so much throughout my rocky path. I can’t even describe the way I feel whenever I listen to your songs. Keep it up!❤️‍🔥

@danaeh.___

@delmarlobuckley7384

3y↑1

Same

@Dodgeraf

3y↑11

Literally A Voice For Every Genre Of Music 🖤🔥

@leighbaker7761

3y↑31

Hey just curious how frustrating is it to make these lyrics? There insanely good I can only imagine it would be frustrating

@safwanbinislam301

3y↑11

jake, thank you so much for this song man! this is exactly how i feel but i never managed to express it into words. this song means a lot to me man. keep making song like this <33

@DasPrasanjit

3y↑76

@crispy.caesus

thx

@joshbooger3658

3y↑6

I've been subscribed to both and you and Josh before you guys even made music together and I always hoped you would. You guys keep my ass alive and I appreciate the fuck out of all of the music you guys create, and then your solo stuff too is phenomenal.

@marty7125

3y↑33

After the album I was so surprised that he was dropping again and I’m not disappointed 🔥❤️

@mystimate2708

3y↑26

You've helped so many people with your music, Keep it up. Loving the jams. Keep doing you bro.

@oni6574

Helped me thru depression 3 years ago if i remeber right😌😋

@gunnarhawkins8690

3y↑21

I appreciate the timing Jake. One of the few things that make me smile anymore :). Please continue making everyone's a tad better

@ZackFair93

2y↑5

As a guy with intense anxiety and depression i can totally relate to this song. "Where my friends at " ... they are never there when u need them most

@sufferplenty

2y↑1

i'm so appreciative of Jake's music, this stuff seriously keeps me going. Music is more powerful than we will ever know

@twoboss7377

3y↑14

Your last album was the best yet, I’m glad to see how much you’ve grown as an artist 🔥

@Dzeppetto2115

3y↑1

++ my favorites is a poison and hate me !

@blanco0949

3y↑2

@OTTO agreed!

@dmack6664

3y↑5

@OTTO my favorite is walk away and by your side

@Dzeppetto2115

3y↑2

I think all greats haha :D

@ryana3517

3y↑56

I accidentally clicked on this while I was scrolling and I now realize it wasn’t an accident,I’ve never related to a song like this ever. It describes the exact situation I’m going through right now in my life. It’s like God came down and clicked the video while i was scrolling so I can have a song to relate to and help me get through the things. I’m going through. I know you probably won’t see this but thank you for making this song bro, u a legend Fr

@blissfulxnightmares9440

3y↑4

sending love, bro. ❤❤❤

@Matt7000YT

2y↑1

Yeah when I found his music I was so happy he’s a legend

@nisshokuwu

3y↑3

happy 600K Jake!! You've made an impact on my life and my motivation to live. you seriously have helped me through so much. love you king 👑

@kohlwright5405

3y↑35

The voice of a god,
The creativity of a king.
Give him the mic,
And he can do anything.

You’re music helped me a lot.
I’m not as depressed as I was around the time you started rapping, and no longer thinking constantly about suicide, but this still just instantly shoots my mood up. And even ignoring the god slaying lyrics, the beat and rhythm alone lays deities to fucking rest. (Side note tho: when I started listening to your low key unpopular music a few yrs back, I was not expecting you to get this damn good) Many thanks, and keep killing it.

@martEEno

3y↑3

Quite literally same, to every single word

@natalevhan8851

1y↑2

man your songs are such a vibe, never stop man. I've seen a good artist stop and it saddens me. You're gonna pop off man just need that moment.

@RogueShadow11375

28w

This is really good. My dad just introduced me to your stuff. He was right i’m enjoying this Keep going man.

@strseraph7408

3y↑4

Already dropping another song? Bro you're dedication is one of the best in the music industry. We all love you! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

@madmatt142

3y↑11

Letter to all:

I don’t really know you. You don’t really know me. But we have all watched Jake’s music grow and we have all grown ourselves along the way. We have lived and lost while learning to love ourselves and others. I know we all have our struggles, some more than others. But regardless, at some point or another we have found ourselves listening to this man put into words what we have struggled to explain to ourselves or those around us.

Thank you Jake for creating the music you do. Whether you read this or not. We are all proud and thankful. Don’t ever give up. You have a beautiful gift that we all are lucky enough to enjoy.

@whotfismonsef

2y↑1

LOVELY WORDS LIKE YOU MAN ❤️

@xdthomasu

3y↑3

I think you finally found yourself in music. This is incredible. Dying Lately and + this just made my whole month if not a year! I'm so happy for you, keep them coming! x

@reaversal5728

3y↑2

Been listening for like 5 years now and Jake is my all time favorite artist i literally love every song he drops and its cool we both have the same last name

@migs4983

3y↑2

que música meus amigos, que música...

@nixon2626

@whotfismonsef

3y↑1

been with you and josh for 2 years and you never seem to disappoint me i really love you guys ❤️🇩🇿
happy 600k well deserved jake

@slizzs9914

Awesome!! Keep up the good work <3

@s.ftwitch4069

this is my favorite song really hits home and i've listened to it at least 50 times now know the lyrics like the back of my hand your are my #1 idle

@knockedloosebylornashore

3y↑1

I got into your rap shit years ago, seeing you killing it no matter the genre is incredible.

@annika4375

3y↑2

hey i'm not sure if you'll ever see this but your music has been a huge comfort to me, i've been listening since like 2018. i always listen to it while im drawing or when i feel empty and depressed. this song especially, the lyrics hit for me because i've wasted my teen years playing video games and online. i've been homeschooled since 6th grade because i wanted to escape my problems but it made me lose my mind from being alone constantly. sometimes i feel like my emotions are broken forever because i can't feel any sort of excitement or happiness to anything anymore. maybe i am broken, but listening to your music makes me feel a bit less alone. thank you

@Tsunamiar

hope youre doing good now, his music has made a huge impact on my life as well, very relatable to things ive been through, and his music is so good at giving out emotion

@cCazzo

You're my biggest inspiration. I know it sounds real cheesy to say that and typical but it's the truth. Thanks for everything you've done with the way you try your best to help people through the worst days of life. Oh, and also, dying lately is a golden album; no bad songs at all. I don't think it's possible for you to make a bad song, bro. 🔥

[Much Love, all the way from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷]

@otbaphou

3y↑15

Omg, really?! So many bangers this August! You guys saved my summer ❤️

@blanco0949

3y↑1

Man I'm telling you!

@greenfeld6198

3y↑1

Same.

@the_eagle_of_masyaf

49w↑2

You're absolutely singing about my fucking life❤

@nizealgaming1134

3y↑1

dude this fucking slaps!. i love the beat and i hope your doing good man! i understand how it feels. wish i could help

@CosyProlific

3y↑2

You just sound so good no matter the genre, it's unreal. Keep it up man, your music is amazing.

@KingPhaedra

3y↑10

OHHHHHH love the upbeat beat with the somber lyrics, really accentuates your sound!

@JackRobinson-gy4um

3y↑1

Jake my man you an inspiration to me, your music really hits home to me, i hope i grow up to change someone's life like you've changed mine, keep up the good work mate.

@k_antonia3091

3y↑3

I never forget the day when i accidently found your music Jake. You're amazing and one of the best artist. Loveya

@guardianzin6131

3y↑1

This is amazing and so relatable. First time hearing Jake Hill and I already love it.

@WOLFxAGONY

3y↑1

I live for jakes music, it never fails to impress me

@River_6

3y↑1

Jake can never make a bad song

@jamespickell3915

What an uplifting song!

@SOONKO

WHAT SUCH A GREAT SONG

@raiussa4931

Jake you are amazing, hope you are alright! This song is amazing and your new style of music suits you a lot, congratulations you are gigantic, thanks for everything!!!! 💖

@hunterhorton6406

3y↑1

Hell yes! Finna be jammin to this all the time. Thanks for the good music Jake. Keep it up man

@Aang.A

Love your songs :3

@Tannaut

Jake thank you for all of your song they make my days so much better keep it up.

@kylefnv

3y↑2

Didn't you just release your album Dying Lately? This is again, another great track. Keep doing what you do man. Huge inspiration.

@childishgumbino8171

i saw you and josh perform in orlando and i gotta say these new tracks are really keeping your music fresh i think youve found a style that suits you even better now and i cant wait to hear more

@shapes5395

3y↑1

Go for it dude love your music ❤️❤️

@MuttBat

Really good song ❤️

@elijahaustin8153

NEVER disappoints

@lasttoiletpaperroll3685

3y↑1

thanks for making music to us. hope ur doing good man!

@ghostly7474

3y↑1

i love how jake is pretty much able to do any genera and it always sound amazing

@SMJD

3y↑6

This song is soooo good! 🔥

@breadofloaf3771

3y↑2

I was having a bad day today but Jake uploads a new song. Thanks Jake, your songs are amazing never stop.

@momsspaghetti6571

2y↑1

the more i repeat the song it gets better everytime

@Anonymous-fl7zz

Never stop making music this is awesome

@hunvignac635

Jake never misses🔥❤

@anthonycarter7228

Bro you always make songs that slap and are so relatable🖤

@cindyn4403

I just love that every song has amazing lyrics. Love your new album and all your new songs

@WitheredRxse

How have I not heard this yet its a month old and its amazing Jake I love the music please keep doing what you're doing it helps me and so many other people.

@wrestlingssavior2227

Another freaking banger. Thank you for everything that you do Jake! keep it up!

@kiyotaxxa1411

3y↑1

i love this song jake, keep up the amazing work man <3

@giannap545

Every single time either Jake or Josh put out a song I think "it can't get better than this" then they drop something new and it blows my mind 🔥🔥

@noahbollow4208

Talent beyond belief

@darkknightace4635

muito bom, te amo muito jake ❤️

@mannedliger4056

I always have to listen to something from him on my way to work to help me get into the mood for the day. This is by far some of the best music I've heard. It's got emotions and actual meaning. Something most music is missing.

@ez-mobs9315

1y↑1

The is one of my favorite songs Kepp making more songs like this amazing work true legend

@drasticpilot0921

Love the work Jake, damn always blows my mind how good you are at what you do and just after an album drop too. Keep it up and take some time for yourself if you need man, all love.

@jacoblaskey8334

Another banger man, thank you!! Your songs describe how i feel perfectly

@mcocfrog188

I’m loving this style of music from you. Keep killing it bro! 👍

@xanu5289

Another amazing song in such little time. Keep it up man, can't wait for more!

@r3n3gad3.is.d3ad

Makes me wanna lay in my bed and play it on repeat all day

@ytdread8149

3y↑1

Great song my man

@Sadsolca

So happy to have all this new music from you bro NEVER STOP! <3

@MrToasty4

I am so glad I found your music. You are awesome! :)

@SGT.ADHD-

Love it man🔥❤️

@moonfjb512

3y↑1

Jake hill slays ever time honestly. So glad I found this artist! And josh A !

@NOAHsaysHAZZAH

Dude you are blessing my ears. I appreciate you man <3

@del3804

3y↑4

The way that every single songs of him means something and have different vibes... It's the way that makes me loves his songs

@Jackyvanswan

It's amazing like always, i love your music, keep up the good work

@zedekiahcharter7478

3y↑2

I can relate Jake I was a moment in my life that I was so depressed I was so sick of living but you helped so much

@stefo2222

How can every track you make sound so dope?

@jasminechavez7653

I love your song jake hill it’s awesome love your voice I got goosebumps on my arms right now best track on the album jake I absolutely loved your album it’s very awesome loved the drums and singing it’s wayyy beyond cool banger hit jake u rock dude love you dude your the greatest singer and friend of mine love u 😘

@o.jmorales6520

Bro you should do more songs like this especially on the rock side like fuck they are so good! Keep up the amazing work!🔥

@drelin5502

3y↑1

Bro jake keep making bangers like this bruh this is fire and I really love the new music love you

@kodiakchrist1360

Jake Hill FTW. He CANNOT create a Bad Song. Well Done Young Man. Another one I'm gonna have on REPEAT for a few weeks.

@landonsillyman3996

3y↑7

This one speaks to me on a spiritual level, talk that real

@andrusman100

3y↑2

First an album, and then 2 new singles in one day, this man is a god send.

@fromheartfeltplaces_4627

Two singles?

@thegoldencross2004

Keep the music coming, you already know we'll love it

@dakodahayes7158

Jake if you read this I want you to know this I found this the day my girl broke up with me after 4 years and 10 months of dating. This song helped me through that and I've listened to it at least 6 times a day since then haha thank you for making music man. You doin good things so keep high hopes!!!