In this deeply introspective piece, Bo Burnham reflects on the challenges of living through a pandemic and the pressure to stay productive despite mental health struggles. He talks about being confined at home, dealing with depression, and the rescheduling of routine tasks like haircuts. The song satirically highlights our society's obsession with "content" — we're constantly consuming or creating it, often as a distraction from our reality. Bo presents his work (the 'content') as a coping mechanism, both for him and his audience. But he also questions whether this relentless productivity is healthy or just another form of escapism. The closing line underscores the bittersweet reality of finding beauty in staying indoors during these challenging times.
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If you'd have told me a year ago
That I'd be locked inside of my home
(Ah, ah, ah)
I would have told you a year ago
Interesting, now leave me alone
Sorry that I look like a mess
(Ah, ah, ah)
I booked a haircut but it got rescheduled
Robert's been a little depressed, no
And so today I'm gonna try just
Getting up, sitting down
Going back to work
Might not help, but still, it couldn't hurt
I'm sitting down, writing jokes
Singing silly songs
I'm sorry I was gone
But look, I made you some content
Daddy made you your favorite
Open wide
Here comes the content
It's a beautiful day
To stay inside
Writer(s): Bo Burnham
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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