Too Serious

The Neighbourhood's song 'Too Serious' delves into the emotional turmoil and existential weight that comes with taking life too seriously. The lyrics reflect a deep sense of regret and longing for change, as the narrator wishes they could alter past decisions and reverse time. This desire to change the past is a common human experience, highlighting the universal struggle with regret and the yearning for a different outcome. The line 'If I could change your mind, then I would for sure, no doubt' underscores the narrator's desperation to mend relationships and situations that have gone awry.

The song also explores the suffocating feeling of being overwhelmed by life's pressures and societal expectations. The repeated phrases 'Now I feel like I'm broken' and 'Now I feel like I'm choking' convey a sense of being trapped and unable to breathe under the weight of these pressures. The narrator's wish to laugh through it all and the struggle to ignore the 'fake' aspects of life point to a desire for authenticity and relief from the constant bombardment of societal norms and expectations.

The chorus, 'I'm way too serious, but I've always been that way,' reveals a self-awareness about the narrator's nature. This seriousness, which has been a lifelong trait, is now causing emotional distress and affecting their relationships. The acknowledgment that this trait is 'bringing me down' and 'bringing you down too' suggests that the narrator's seriousness is not only a personal burden but also impacts those around them. The song captures the essence of feeling trapped by one's own nature and the longing for a lighter, more carefree existence, making it a poignant reflection on the human condition.