Recess
Recess

Melanie Martinez - Recess Lyrics

Ever feel like life is a high-pressure game of musical chairs, and you're just trying to catch a breath? Melanie Martinez captures this chaotic vibe perfectly. In this anthem for the overworked and overwhelmed, she recalls childhood innocence in her grandma's… Read more

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Recess Lyrics

I was too young to see the truth
In my grandma's lap, I'm drowning in her perfume
Too naive to even care
'Bout the words she whispered while she brushed out my hair

People gonna say
If you need a break, someone'll take your place
People gonna try
To tell you that you're fine with dollars in their eyes
(Just remember)

Don't let them fuck you, honey, no, oh
Don't let them try (ooh)
Don't let them hurt you, baby
Just say, "Recess, I'm tired"

Sittin' in my room, looking at all I've done
Everything I wanted has come to fruition
I should be happy but I can't get out my bed
Stressin' 'bout the voices screamin' inside my head

People gonna say
If you need a break, someone'll take your place
People gonna try
To tell you that you're fine with dollars in their eyes
(Just remember)

Don't let them fuck you, honey, no, oh
Don't let them try (ooh)
Don't let them hurt you, baby
Just say "recess," I'm tired

Where is my time?
Gone in my mind
Gone, I can't find
Euphoria
When I get upset
I think in my head
"I do as she says"

People gonna say
If you need a break, someone'll take your place
People gonna try
To tell you that you're fine with dollars in their eyes
(Just remember)

Don't let them fuck you, honey, no, oh
Don't let them try (ooh)
Don't let them hurt you, baby
Just say "recess," I'm tired

Writer(s): Melanie Adele Martinez, Michael Leary
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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What is the Meaning of Recess?

Ever feel like life is a high-pressure game of musical chairs, and you're just trying to catch a breath? Melanie Martinez captures this chaotic vibe perfectly. In this anthem for the overworked and overwhelmed, she recalls childhood innocence in her grandma's lap, only to juxtapose it against adult stress and societal expectations. The chorus serves as a rallying cry: don't let the world exploit you 🌍. Instead, take your own "recess" when needed. With dollars in their eyes 💵, people might try to tell you you're fine—but remember, your mental health is priceless. So next time you're drowning in demands, channel your inner Melanie and declare: "Recess, I'm tired!"

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