Music is often an outlet for emotions that are difficult to express, and “Pressure Cooker” is the rawest expression of that frustration. This track marks a significant departure from my usual instrumentals—it’s my first (and likely last) song featuring lyrics.
The Concept Behind Pressure Cooker
This track dives deep into the relentless pressure of the daily grind. Life sometimes feels like an unending cycle, where the weight of expectations, routines, and responsibilities builds up until it becomes unbearable. With an intense bassline, oppressive atmosphere, and aggressive rhythm, “Pressure Cooker” captures the struggle of trying to keep it together while feeling trapped in a system that never stops demanding more.
I wanted the music to feel overwhelming, mirroring the experience of burnout, frustration, and the fight to stay in control. The combination of distorted beats and lyrics creates a relentless, suffocating energy—a sonic representation of stress reaching its breaking point.
Why Lyrics?
Writing lyrics was a challenge. Up until now, my music has always spoken through its sound alone, but this time, I wanted to put words to the feeling. It was a complex process, making sure the words matched the raw intensity of the instrumental. While I don’t know if I’ll dive into vocal tracks again, this experience pushed me in new creative directions.
Lyrics:
Every day feels like a ticking clock
Stuck in the grind, no way to stop
Routine’s a cage, you can’t escape
Sanity bending till it’s bound to break
You tell yourself “just keep it cool”
But every second you’re played like a fool
Mind’s on fire, trapped in the game
Lost in the madness, it all feels the same
Pressure builds, can’t let it slide
Feel like you’re burning up inside
Can’t run away, no place to hide
The grind is crushing you alive
They say it’s life, so just push through
But I don’t know how much I can do
Day by day, I’m losing sight
Can’t take this shit another night
Rise and repeat, it’s all the same
Numb inside from playing this game
Feel the walls closing in too tight
This endless cycle’s my biggest fight
Pressure builds, can’t let it slide
Feel like you’re burning up inside
Can’t run away, no place to hide
The grind is crushing you alive
Nothing changes, just another spin
Routine is hell, you’ll never win
You try to break, but it pulls you back
Just another gear in the daily track
Pressure builds, can’t let it slide
Feel like you’re burning up inside
Can’t run away, no place to hide
The grind is crushing you alive
Final Thoughts
“Pressure Cooker” is an intense and aggressive track, but it’s also deeply personal. It encapsulates the overwhelming stress of modern life and the struggle to keep moving forward despite feeling drained. If you’ve ever felt suffocated by routine or like you’re stuck in an endless loop, this song might resonate with you.
Let me know your thoughts—does this track capture that feeling of pressure? Would you like to hear more tracks with lyrics in the future? Drop a comment and share your experience!