Nowadays
joedotwhy Lyrics


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Never had it easy easy like krule
Back then I was a metal kid scraping through school
Nowadays I can read them like a book
I can feel your motive so don't take me for no fool
Was used to feeling frozen, now shit's speeding up
But the current keeps me balanced with the drink in my cup
Moretime you'll never see me in a club
17, No I.D I'll be bunning good stuff
Used to hate everything and everyone
Cynicism in my veins, I was always on my ones
From a young age was that one jammed gun
Turned into a dark horse, where the fuck you think I'm from
Used to hate everything and everyone
Cynicism in my veins, I was always on my ones
From a young age was that one jammed gun
Turned into a dark horse, where the fuck you think I'm from
Never had it good
Never had it good
Never understood
Never tried or could
Nowadays I be feeling kinda good
Never understood
Never tried or could
Never had it good
Never had it good
Never understood
Never tried or could
Nowadays I be feeling kinda good





Never understood
Never tried or could

Overall Meaning

In the first few lines of "Nowadays" by joedotwhy, the singer reflects on their past struggles, comparing their difficult upbringing to that of King Krule (a British musician known for his melancholic music). The singer shares that they were once a misfit metal enthusiast, barely getting by in school. However, they have since evolved and gained the ability to easily understand people's intentions and not be deceived by others. They mention a past of feeling emotionally numb ('frozen') but now experience life moving at a faster pace, although they find balance in the present moment accompanied by a drink. The lyrics convey a sense of maturity and self-awareness in the singer's personal growth and changing perspective on life.


The second part of the song delves into the singer's past feelings of alienation and disconnection from the world. They emphasize their previous disdain for everyone and everything, revealing a deep-rooted cynicism that isolated them from others. Despite this, an inner resolve was present from a young age, hinting at an unyielding spirit ready to break free from constraints. The repeated mention of being a "jammed gun" suggests a feeling of being trapped or unable to fully express themselves. As the lyrics progress, a transformation is noted - the once isolated figure has emerged as a 'dark horse', a metaphor for surprising strength and resilience. The listener is left to ponder where this transformation originated from, hinting at deeper personal struggles and resilience in the singer's past.


As the chorus of "Nowadays" repeats the lines "Never had it good, never understood, never tried or could," the singer seems to be grappling with past feelings of inadequacy and disillusionment. The repetition of these phrases underscores a sense of past limitations and failures, perhaps hinting at a history of self-doubt and insecurity. However, a shift is noted in the present - the singer expresses feeling "kinda good" nowadays, indicating a newfound sense of contentment or self-acceptance. Through these contrasting reflections on past struggles and present contentment, the singer conveys a journey of personal growth and overcoming past obstacles to find a more positive outlook on life.


In the final lines of the song, the repeated refrain highlights the singer's previous struggles with understanding themselves and the world around them. The repetition of "Never understood, never tried or could" reflects a sense of frustration and limitation in the past. However, the conclusion of the song brings a sense of resolution as the singer states they now feel "kinda good" in the present. This transformation from past confusion and inability to a current state of contentment and understanding underscores the theme of personal growth and resilience throughout the song. The lyrics of "Nowadays" by joedotwhy paint a poignant picture of overcoming adversity, self-discovery, and finding solace in one's journey towards a more positive mindset.


Line by Line Meaning

Never had it easy easy like krule
I've never had it as easy as King Krule


Back then I was a metal kid scraping through school
In the past, I struggled as a rebellious metalhead in school


Nowadays I can read them like a book
Now I can easily understand people's intentions


I can feel your motive so don't take me for no fool
I can sense your intentions, so don't underestimate me


Was used to feeling frozen, now shit's speeding up
I used to feel stagnant, but now things are moving quickly


But the current keeps me balanced with the drink in my cup
Despite the chaos, I find balance with a drink in hand


Moretime you'll never see me in a club
Most of the time you won't find me in a club


17, No I.D I'll be bunning good stuff
At 17, I was smoking high-quality weed without an ID


Used to hate everything and everyone
I used to despise everything and everyone


Cynicism in my veins, I was always on my ones
I was filled with cynicism, always on my own


From a young age was that one jammed gun
I was always seen as a problem or troublemaker


Turned into a dark horse, where the fuck you think I'm from
I transformed into an unexpected success, where do you think I come from?


Never had it good
I never experienced anything positive


Never understood
I never comprehended


Never tried or could
I never attempted or was capable


Nowadays I be feeling kinda good
These days, I'm actually feeling pretty good


Never understood
I never comprehended


Never tried or could
I never attempted or was capable




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Joe Yeates

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