The Freshman Experiment

Hey -

So I spent some time over my hiatus working on “Get Out” and now I’m caught up on the lyrics. I changed up the 1st and 2nd verses because I think this is stronger for getting into the chorus… plus I think the new first verse gives us a better understanding of the song’s context and where we’re going.

1: Dear freshman roommate,
I mean you no offense
But if you wake me up again at 3AM,
Your life will end.

2: Dear next-door neighbor,
I’ve got some news for you.
When you have sex with your boyfriend on speakerphone,
You’re not alone.

1: This is my final plea.
2: Rent a hotel room on me..
1: I’m getting desperate.
2: It’s on me.
1: Just pack your bags and…

Both: Get out of my college experience.
I didn’t invite you.
Get out.
I don’t want to have to fight
your loud,
2: early bird,
1: your drunk
2: your nerdy, horny ass.
1: your horny ass.
Both: You weren’t part of my college brochure.
Get out.
Get out.
I’m slamming the door.

I think Brian might take issue with “but if you wake me up again at 3AM” but I must say that this is because of the super-syncopated way he set “when you have sex with your boyfriend on speakerphone”. Another option - if we don’t want this line to scan is “but if you ever wake me up at 3AM again” - this adds 2 syllables, though so we might not want this… I have a rhythm for it that I think works within the structure, however, so if you want it, let me know and I’ll get it to you.

Let me know what you guys think!