Story Behind The Song

Taxes. Student loans. Gas prices. Growing up is hard. My new single "Grown" explores the longing for the carefree days of being young with no responsibility. It's a fun, summer song with one main message: "I don't wanna be grown!"

Song Description

The pop song "Grown" captures the essence of summertime nostalgia and the desire to relive the carefree days of youth. With lyrics that touch upon the struggles of growing up, the song resonates with listeners who may feel weighed down by the pressures of adulthood. The opening lyrics, "They told me wait until your 20s / You'll still be young / but then you'll have a little money," encapsulate the promise that growing up would bring more financial stability and freedom. However, the reality is that it often comes with more responsibilities and financial burdens, such as taxes and student loans, as depicted in the pre-chorus. The chorus serves as the main message of the song, with the repeated refrain of "I don't wanna be grown" expressing the desire to stay young and carefree. The melody is catchy and upbeat, perfect for a summer anthem. The second verse touches upon the difficulty of finding time for oneself and relationships in the midst of adult responsibilities. The pre-chorus highlights the added pressure of social expectations and the cost of socializing. The bridge provides a social commentary on the pressure to succeed in today's society, while also acknowledging the constraints and limitations that come with it. The final chorus reiterates the song's central theme, with a plea to hold onto the freedom and joy of youth. The song ends with a repeated chorus, leaving the listener with a sense of longing for the days of youthful bliss. Overall, "Grown" is a relatable and catchy pop song that captures the essence of summertime nostalgia and the desire to hold onto the carefree days of youth

Lyrics

(Verse 1)
They told me wait until your 20s
You'll still be young
but then you'll have a little money

Caught in your prime
Soaking in the good life
They must've lied
'Cause I'm having a hard time

(Pre-Chorus 1)
Working although
I've been living at home
My bank is blown/broke
Paying for the things I owe
Staring at all my taxes and student loans

(Chorus 1)
I don't wanna be grown
Na na na, na na na (x2)
I don't wanna be grown
Na na na, na na na (x2)

I don't wanna be grown
Grown, grown
I don't wanna be grown

(Verse 2)
Finding free time is fatiguing
I want a boy, but I don't meet him

Sick of the convos
If you want a good time
You gotta drive
But gas is so

(Pre-Chorus 2)
Expensive I know
I'm on E 'cause I'm socially
Drained, I go
Back into my room alone
Staring at all my texts on a shattered phone

(Chorus 2)
I don't wanna be grown
Na na na, na na na (x2)
I don't wanna be grown
Na na na, na na na (x2)

I don't wanna be grown
Grown, grown
I don't wanna be grown

(Bridge)
You're keeping score
But this is not the 80s anymore
So you don't gotta blame me
I'm living how you made me
Using what you gave me
(x2)

(Chorus)
I don't wanna be grown
Na na na, na na na (x2)
I don't wanna be grown
Na na na, na na na (x2)

I don't wanna be grown
Grown, grown
I don't wanna be grown
(x2)