Today
Omar Apollo [feat. Teo Halm] Lyrics


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Too many days I've felt they were strange
No wonder I feel like it's never gonna change
I just walk by, I'm thinking 'bout a lot
But you don't, you don't
Even wanna know that
Today is just another day
Make my bed, I'm on my way
Checked my texts and now I'm feeling like I'm gonna die
I should've took a five to breathe
Took some time to brush my teeth
Watched a movie, now I'm feeling like I'm gonna cry
I left my peace in the sheets

I don't know why I'm still here
When I should be asleep
I wish I was asleep
I wish I was asleep

I ain't runnin' from my shit, I'm just stressed out
I ain't far from the light, doing my best now
I'm just really tryna swerve into traffic
Feel the best when I'm lying in the street cracks
Pretty far from okay, doing pretty bad
I'm just talking bout my car, where my keys at?
Pulling up left the key's in ignition
I just really think I need some attention

I should've took a five to breathe
Took some time to brush my teeth
Watched a movie, now I'm feeling like I wanna cry
I left my peace in the sheets

I don't know why I'm still here
When I should be asleep




I wish I was asleep
I wish I was asleep

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Omar Apollo's song "Today" reflect a sense of feeling lost and overwhelmed by the monotony of everyday life. The opening lines convey a sense of detachment and disillusionment, as the singer expresses how many days have felt strange and how they don't believe things will ever change. The line "you don't, you don't even wanna know that" suggests a lack of understanding or empathy from others, which adds to the singer's feelings of isolation.


The chorus brings forth the idea that today is just another day, highlighting the repetitive nature of their existence. The everyday tasks mentioned, such as making the bed, checking texts, and brushing teeth, serve as mundane routines that further emphasize the monotony and lack of fulfillment. The lyrics also hint at the singer's mental and emotional struggles, leading them to contemplate their mortality and feeling on the brink of breaking down.


The second verse delves further into the singer's mindset, expressing a desire for escape and a longing for rest. They acknowledge that they aren't running away from their problems but rather feeling stressed out. The line "Feel the best when I'm lying in the street cracks" illustrates the desperation and yearning for attention or validation, even if it means resorting to extreme measures. The reference to their car and keys adds metaphorical weight to their emotional state and the need for someone to notice them.


Overall, the lyrics of "Today" paint a picture of someone grappling with a sense of purposelessness, disconnection, and emotional turmoil. It captures the complexities of navigating through mundane routines while yearning for something more meaningful and significant in life.


Line by Line Meaning

Too many days I've felt they were strange
I have experienced numerous days that have felt unfamiliar and peculiar.


No wonder I feel like it's never gonna change
It is not surprising that I have a constant feeling that things will never improve.


I just walk by, I'm thinking 'bout a lot
As I pass by, my mind is occupied with numerous thoughts.


But you don't, you don't even wanna know that
However, you are not interested in knowing or acknowledging my thoughts.


Today is just another day
Today holds no significance or freshness.


Make my bed, I'm on my way
I straighten my bed and begin my day.


Checked my texts and now I'm feeling like I'm gonna die
After reviewing my messages, I am overwhelmed with a sense of impending doom.


I should've took a five to breathe
I should have taken a short break to relax and calm myself.


Took some time to brush my teeth
I should have allocated a few moments to maintain my oral hygiene.


Watched a movie, now I'm feeling like I'm gonna cry
Having watched a film, I am now overwhelmed with emotions and have an urge to cry.


I left my peace in the sheets
I neglected to bring my inner tranquility and serenity with me as I rose from my bed.


I don't know why I'm still here
I am uncertain why I continue to exist in this state.


When I should be asleep
Rather than being awake, I should be in a state of slumber.


I wish I was asleep
I express a desire to be in a state of restful sleep.


I ain't runnin' from my shit, I'm just stressed out
I am not avoiding my personal responsibilities, but I am overwhelmed by stress.


I ain't far from the light, doing my best now
I am not too distant from finding solace or resolution, as I am currently giving my best effort.


I'm just really tryna swerve into traffic
Metaphorically, I am attempting to divert myself by engaging in risky behavior.


Feel the best when I'm lying in the street cracks
Paradoxically, I find comfort and relief when I am immersed in despair and chaos.


Pretty far from okay, doing pretty bad
I am significantly distant from being okay, currently enduring a period of considerable difficulty.


I'm just talking bout my car, where my keys at?
I am simply referring to the whereabouts of my car keys, using it as a symbolic representation of control and direction in my life.


Pulling up left the keys in ignition
I arrived at my destination but accidentally left the keys in the ignition, an oversight that reflects my lack of mindfulness or attention.


I just really think I need some attention
I genuinely believe that I require some level of care or focus from others.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Omar Velasco, Teo Halm

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Aswin Bhusal

This is one of the songs I wish I had written. Fits my narrative this past year.

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IVE BEENLISTENING TO THIS NONSTOP FOR 4 DAYS NO CAP

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