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About Before my feet hit the floor

The core emotional theme of 'Before my feet hit the floor' centers around the chaotic yet vibrant inner world of a mind grappling with ADHD. It captures the overwhelming rush of thoughts that flood in before the day even begins, merging humor with a sense of existential wonder about everyday life. The song illustrates both the struggle and the unique beauty of living with such a fast-paced mind.

Track 1 on Dreaming of no plan B. Duration: 3:15.

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Lyrics

Intro – half-asleep, half-rapping

Alarm goes off—brain goes on.
Body? Nah, that’s still loading.
Thoughts? Already in a full staff meeting
nobody invited me to…

Verse 1 – fast

Before my feet hit the floor,
I’ve planned World War Four,
wrote a grocery list, solved a plot twist,
wondered what my childhood dentist is doing now—
(no clue why… but here we are.)

I’ve checked the weather,
forgot it instantly,
imagined myself learning pottery—
then thought of pizza, taxes,
snakes wearing tiny glasses,
and why socks disappear like they’re in witness protection classes.

I thought about breakfast,
but then I remembered
I don’t even LIKE cereal
but maybe I do?
I should try it again.
No I shouldn’t.
Yes I should.
Who am I?
Why is life?

Chorus – big, funny, sing-rap

My mind’s on GO
before I even rise—
twenty-seven thoughts
behind my still-closed eyes.
I’m runnin’ full speed
with my brain unlocked—
a marathon of madness
and the day ain’t even started, doc.

Before my feet
hit the floor, I swear—
I’ve lived a whole damn lifetime
just layin’ there.

Verse 2 – even faster

I’m thinkin’ ’bout laundry,
then the meaning of life,
then I suddenly remember
I forgot to buy rice.
Then why is rice white?
Is some rice brown?
Do cows get cold?
Do astronauts frown?
Why is the word “aardvark” startin’ with A?
Could I run a small farm?
Should I move to L.A.?
What if I shaved my head?
What if I dyed it blue?
What if penguins had knees?
Okay—now I’m scared too.

Then I think about dishes,
then old TV shows,
then I touch my face like—
“WHY DO I HAVE A NOSE?”
I should get up.
I should start life.
But then I remember:
Did I lock the door last night?
Or the night before?
Or ever?!

Chorus

My mind’s on GO
before I even rise—
twenty-seven thoughts
behind my still-closed eyes.
I’m runnin’ full speed
with my brain unlocked—
a marathon of madness
and the day ain’t even started, doc.

Before my feet
hit the floor, I swear—
I’ve lived a whole damn lifetime
just layin’ there.

Verse 3 – chaotic list-style

Random thought lightning round—GO:
Should I learn karate?
Why do I own so many chargers?
What if sharks did ballet?
Did I reply to that email?
What if I didn’t?
Should I text them?
No.
Yes.
Maybe.
Help.
Would I survive in the wild?
Probably not.
Could bread be soup?
Is soup just wet food?
Stop thinking—
NOPE, too late, brain is in ZOOM MODE.

Bridge – slow, tired, honest

And some days…
I wish my mind had a pause button.
A soft moment.
A breath.
But then again…
this chaos is also the spark
that makes me—me.

Final Chorus – big, silly, confident

My mind’s on GO
before I even rise—
twenty-seven thoughts
behind my still-closed eyes.
I’m runnin’ full speed
with my brain unlocked—
a marathon of madness
and the day’s still sittin’ there shocked.

Before my feet hit the floor,
before I take step one—
my ADHD’s already lived
a full day’s worth of fun.

Outro – spoken, grinning

…And THAT’s before coffee.

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What this song means

The message

The core emotional theme of 'Before my feet hit the floor' centers around the chaotic yet vibrant inner world of a mind grappling with ADHD. It captures the overwhelming rush of thoughts that flood in before the day even begins, merging humor with a sense of existential wonder about everyday life. The song illustrates both the struggle and the unique beauty of living with such a fast-paced mind.

What the artist wants to convey

William Cloudborn likely aimed to convey the relatable experience of navigating life with ADHD, showcasing the humor and complexity of a mind that constantly races with thoughts. Through playful lyrics and rapid-fire delivery, he wants listeners to feel understood and less alone in their struggles, while also celebrating the creativity that can stem from such chaos.

How this can help in everyday life

Listeners can apply the song's wisdom by embracing the chaos of their own thoughts and recognizing that these moments are part of their unique identity. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by racing thoughts, they might find comfort in the humor and creativity that can emerge from this mental whirlwind. The song encourages mindfulness and self-acceptance, reminding us that even amidst the madness, there’s joy to be found.