Nothing Works Lyrics – Declan McKenna Meaning & Facts By (Singles). You Can Watch This Video On YouTube While The Lyrics Are Written By Declan McKenna, Gianluca Buccellati & Jake Passmore. The Music Track Was Released Date :Sep. 13, 2023.
[Verse 1]
What’s the point, muffin?
I don’t believe in nothin’ anymore
You tell me I don’t relate to the kids no more
Now, I feel like I’m letting them down
What’s the point runnin’?
Not like I’m up-and-comin’ anymore
So what if they hear me on my bathroom floor?
I’m sure they’re big enough now
[Explanation of Verse 1]
The speaker expresses a sense of hopelessness and disconnection, feeling as though they no longer believe in anything and are out of touch with the younger generation.
[Pre-Chorus]
But, of course, I’ll re-implore you
On the kind of nation that we have
You’ve either been on your own too long
Or it just feels like that (It just feels like that)
So tell me if I’m stuck or movin’ on up
That’s a conversation to be had
Have I been livin’ on my own too long
Or does it just feel like that?
[Explanation of Pre-Chorus]
The speaker reflects on their sense of isolation and questions whether it’s a result of being alone for too long or simply a perception. They admit the need for soul-searching and wonder if they are stagnant or making progress in their life and career.
[Chorus]
Whеn I sing the song and you didn’t like the vеrse
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I sing the song and you didn’t like the words
I try to fix myself but nothing
Nothing
[Explanation of Chorus]
The chorus highlights the frustration of trying to please others with their creative work, only to be met with review and rejection. Despite their efforts to improve and adapt, nothing seems to work, leaving them feeling lost and defeated.
[Verse 2]
What’s the point, Martin?
Don’t you be startin’ anymore
They told me I was the fat cat kid for a minute
But they’re the ones who are doin’ us proud
What’s the point runnin’?
Not like I’m up-and-comin’ anymore
So what if they hear me singin’ “I love war”?
I’m sure they’re big enough now
[Explanation of Verse 2]
Similar to the first verse, the speaker continues to grapple with feelings of inadequacy and irrelevance. They reference past success but feel overshadowed by others now. Despite their attempts to express themselves through their art, they question whether it’s all in vain.
[Pre-Chorus]
But, of course, I’ll re-implore you
On the kind of nation that we have
You’ve either been on your own too long
Or it just feels like that (It just feels like that)
So, tell me if I’m stuck or movin’ up
Now that’s a conversation to be had
Have I been talkin’ to myself all along
Or do I just sound like that?
[Explanation of Pre-Chorus]
The speaker reiterates their plea for understanding, questioning whether their sense of isolation and struggle stems from prolonged solitude or if it’s merely a perception. They seek clarity on whether they are stagnant or progressing in life, and whether their self-reflection is genuine or just a facade.
[Chorus]
When I sing the song and you didn’t like the verse
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I sing the song and you didn’t like the words
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I feel wrong, I feel rehearsed
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I sing the song and you didn’t like the words
I try to fix myself but
[Explanation of Chorus]
The chorus amplifies the feelings of inadequacy and desperation. The speaker describes their attempts to ameliorate themselves and their work in response to review, but nothing seems to be effective. They feel like they are constantly failing and unable to find a solution to their perceived shortcomings. The repetition of “nothing works” emphasizes their sense of hopelessness and resignation.
[Bridge]
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Works!
[Explanation of Bridge]
The ground intensifies the sense of frustration and futility, with the reiteration of” Nothing workshop!” emphasizing the speaker’s passions of helplessness and despair.
[Pre-Chorus]
But, of course, I’ll re-implore you
On the kind of nation that we have
You’ve either been on your own too long
Or it just feels like that (It just feels like that)
So, tell me if I’m stuck or movin’ up
Now that’s a conversation to be had
Have I been talkin’ to myself all along
Or do I just sound like that?
[Explanation of Pre-Chorus]
The speaker reiterates their plea for understanding, questioning whether their sense of isolation and struggle stems from prolonged solitude or if it’s merely a perception. They seek clarity on whether they are stagnant or progressing in life, and whether their self-reflection is genuine or just a facade.
[Chorus]
When I sing the song and you didn’t like the verse
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I sing the song and you didn’t like the words
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I feel wrong, I feel rehearsed
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I sing the song and you didn’t like the words
I try to fix myself but
[Explanation of Pre-Chorus]
The chorus amplifies the feelings of inadequacy and desperation. The speaker describes their attempts to ameliorate themselves and their work in response to review, but nothing seems to be effective. They feel like they are constantly failing and unable to find a solution to their perceived shortcomings. The repetition of “nothing works” emphasizes their sense of hopelessness and resignation.
[Outro]
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
Nothing
(-To fix myself but nothing works
I feel wrong, I feel rehearsed
I try to fix myself but nothing works
I sing the song and you didn’t-)
[Explanation of Outro]
The outro echoes the themes of the chorus, emphasizing the speaker’s incapability to fix themselves or their situation, despite their sweats. The repetition of “Nothing” reinforces the sense of emptiness and failure.