by Control Yourself Take Only What You Need Lyrics By MGMT. The song is sung by MGMT while lyrics of the song are penned by Ben Goldwasser and Andrew VanWyngarden. The song reflects the transition from childhood to adulthood. It difference the innocence and wonder of childhood with the confusion, responsibility, and emotional burden that comes with growing up. The oft-repeated line “Control yourself, take only what you need” suggests being mindful and not cherish in life or nature. Overall, it is a nostalgic and philosophical look at how we change over time.
Control Yourself Take Only What You Need Lyrics
[Intro]
Five, four, three, two, one, ah!
[Verse 1]
You were a child crawlin’ on your knees toward it
Makin’ Mama so proud, but your voice is too loud
We like to watch you laughin’
You pick the insects off plants, no time to think of consequences
[Chorus]
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees wanted to be haunted
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees wanted to be haunted
[Verse 2]
The water is warm, but it’s sendin’ me shivers
A baby is born, cryin’ out for attention
The memories fade like lookin’ through a fogged mirror
Decision to decisions are made and not bought
But I thought this wouldn’t hurt a lot, I guess not
[Chorus]
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees wanted to be haunted
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees wanted to be haunted
[Chorus]
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees wanted to be haunted
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees wanted to be haunted
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees wanted to be haunted
Control yourself, take only what you need from it
A family of trees
