Jumpsuit – English Lyrics

• By: twenty one pilots
• Album: TRENCH

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the vibrant world of Twenty One Pilots' "Jumpsuit," a song that masterfully weaves a rich, symbolic narrative with a compelling sound. Through its intense lyrics and dynamic musical shifts, you can explore themes of overcoming anxiety and finding protection amidst life's pressures. The song's connection to the band's intricate lore makes it a fascinating entry point for understanding deeper lyrical meanings and the powerful storytelling English rock music offers.

[English]

(smoke hisses)

- We've been here the whole time. You were asleep.

Time to wake up.

(flame whooshing)

("Jumpsuit" by Twenty One Pilots)

♪ Cover me, oh ♪

♪ I can't believe how much I hate ♪

♪ Pressures of a new place roll my way ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ I crumble underneath the weight ♪

♪ Pressures of a new place roll my way ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ Spirits in my room, friend or foe ♪

♪ Felt it in my youth, feel it when I'm old ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ Dusting off my jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ I can't believe how much I hate ♪

♪ Pressures of a new place roll my way ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me, cover me ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me, cover me ♪

♪ I'll be right there ♪

♪ But you'll have to grab my throat and lift me in the air ♪

♪ If you need anyone ♪

♪ I'll stop my plans ♪

♪ But you'll have to tie me down ♪

♪ And then break both my hands ♪

♪ If you need anyone ♪

♪ I'll be right there ♪

♪ But you'll have to grab my throat and lift me in the air ♪

♪ If you need anyone ♪

♪ If you need anyone ♪

♪ If you need anyone ♪

♪ I can't believe how much I hate ♪

♪ Pressures of a new place roll my way ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ Oh, jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me, oh ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

♪ Jumpsuit, jumpsuit, cover me ♪

(fire crackling)

(trunk creaks)

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
cover /ˈkʌvər/ A1	verb - to place something over or on top of something else noun - something that is placed over or around another thing
pressure /ˈprɛʃər/ B1	noun - the force applied per unit area noun - the feeling of stressful urgency
jumpsuit /ˈdʒʌmpˌsut/ B2	noun - a one-piece garment with legs and sleeves
crumble /ˈkrʌmbl/ B1	verb - to break into small pieces
spirit /ˈspɪrɪt/ A2	noun - the part of a person that is not physical and is connected to emotions and soul noun - a supernatural being
dust /dʌst/ A1	noun - fine powder of debris verb - to remove dust from a surface
grab /ɡræb/ A1	verb - to take or seize something quickly
throat /θroʊt/ A2	noun - the front part of the neck
lift /lɪft/ A1	verb - to move something to a higher position
tie /taɪ/ A1	verb - to fasten or attach with a string or cord
break /breɪk/ A1	verb - to separate into pieces
hate /heɪt/ A1	verb - to feel intense dislike
roll /roʊl/ A1	verb - to move in a circular motion
place /pleɪs/ A1	noun - a particular area or location
way /weɪ/ A1	noun - a method or manner of doing something

Key Grammar Structures

• We've been here the whole time.

  ➔ Present perfect continuous

  ➔ The use of 'have been' + '-ing' indicates an action that started in the past and continues to the present, emphasizing duration.

• Time to wake up.

  ➔ Imperative sentence

  ➔ The sentence is a direct command using the base form of the verb, indicating a strong instruction or suggestion.

• Cover me, oh

  ➔ Imperative sentence with interjection

  ➔ The interjection 'oh' adds emotion or emphasis to the imperative command 'cover me'.

• I can't believe how much I hate

  ➔ Present tense with modal verb

  ➔ The modal verb 'can't' expresses inability or strong disbelief in the present situation.

• Pressures of a new place roll my way

  ➔ Subject-verb agreement with singular noun

  ➔ The singular noun 'pressures' agrees with the singular verb 'roll', following standard subject-verb agreement rules.

• If you need anyone, I'll be right there

  ➔ Conditional sentence (Type 1)

  ➔ The structure 'if + present simple, future simple' is used to describe a likely or real condition and its result.

• You'll have to grab my throat and lift me in the air

  ➔ Future modal for necessity

  ➔ The phrase 'will have to' expresses a future necessity or obligation.

• Felt it in my youth, feel it when I'm old

  ➔ Simple past and simple present contrast

  ➔ The contrast between 'felt' (past) and 'feel' (present) highlights a continuous experience across different times.