Pent Up In a Penthouse Lyrics – Russ

Pent Up In a Penthouse Lyrics by Russ is a new english song by Russ. The track is released on Russ’s official YouTube channel, written by Russ and produced by Jake Jepson, Kiri Gerbs, Russ, and Trustmelucien. Blending sharp introspection with luxurious imagery, the song offers listeners a raw and self-reflective experience, showcasing Russ’s signature blend of personal storytelling and confident delivery.

At its core, Pent Up In a Penthouse captures the internal tension between ambition and anxiety, success and self-doubt. Russ dives into his psyche, navigating the pressures of fame, the trauma of past failures, and the burdens of expectation. The lyrics move seamlessly between moments of braggadocio and deep vulnerability, painting a vivid portrait of an artist striving to stay grounded while reaching for the pinnacle of success. The penthouse becomes both a symbol of external achievement and an internal prison where his thoughts are “pent up.”

Pent Up In a Penthouse Details

Song	Pent Up In a Penthouse
Artists	Russ
Written By	Russ
Produced By	Jake Jepson, Kiri Gerbs, Russ & Trustmelucien
Label	Russ
Language	English
Released Date	Apr 25, 2025

Pent Up In a Penthouse Lyrics

[Intro]
Yeah
I don’t even wanna talk too much
Shit, man, haha
Why?
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, come on

[Chorus]
Yeah, scared of success once my prefrontal cortex developed (Shit)
Perfectly good opportunities feel like a setup (Man)
That shit be hobblin’ me, how can I get a leg-up (Uh)
Out in Tribeca, book me the penthouse ’cause all of this pressure is pent up

[Verse 1]
I can’t get sucked up in your emotional vortex (Yeah, wow)
On the front lines of my fears, I’m a war vet
Weathering the storms, I don’t even wear Gortex
I ain’t understand the game, ESPN Deportes (Wait)
Now I understand it a lil’ (Yeah)
You be tryna rock the boat while I’m landin’ at Schipol
Typical, I just need to juggle it better
We got the same 24, I’m just hustlin’ better
I’m tryna pop out (Yeah)
The first step is makin’ sure you pussies get stomped out
Sometimes you call the right play, but you run the wrong route
I learned from it though, that’s what it’s all ’bout
Youthful tomfoolery, now the suits Tom Browne (Come on)
I jot down how I’m feeliin’ then I give it to y’all
I made hits while I was hittin’ the wall
I kept pushin’, couldn’t find my way, I kept lookin’
That’s what makes the money sweet, so sweet, bread puddin’

[Chorus]

Yeah, scared of success once my prefrontal cortex developed (Shit)
Perfectly good opportunities feel like a setup (Man)
That shit be hobblin’ me, how can I get a leg-up (Uh)
Out in Tribeca, book me the penthouse ’cause all of this pressure is pent up

[Verse 2]
I can’t obsess over the pressure, I press forward (Yeah)
From the ashes, my jacket smells like a cigarette smoker
I’m dead sober, that’s when I feel alive the most (Come on)
Lyrics tatted on people like they were Bible quotes
Windin’ roads got me woozy (Yeah), I need some coochie (Yeah)
I sell self-help books, the Maybach is roomy
I lose sleep from illuminiatin’ and fear-mongerin’
‘Bout all the cheers stoppin’, now my tears are just waterin’
The roots of new love, pursuit of re-entry (Come on)
I need some time with myself, I just met me (Yeah)
I was just hoppin’ right here off in Hembry (Yeah)
Ballin’ in London, the show is at Wembley (Come on)
I’m doin’ me and I don’t care who gets me
I don’t need some baddies to tell me I’m sexy (Yeah)
I don’t need heroes to call and befriend me (Fuck)
I’m on some fuck everybody except me

[Chorus]

Yeah, scared of success once my prefrontal cortex developed (Shit)
Perfectly good opportunities feel like a setup (Man)
That shit be hobblin’ me, how can I get a leg-up (Uh)
Out in Tribeca, book me the penthouse ’cause all of this pressure is pent up

[Bridge]
I been in my head like damn
Shakin’ my head like damn, damn, damn
When’s it gonna end? Goddamn
Hittin’ my head like wham, wham, wham
I been in my head like damn
Shakin’ my head like damn, damn, damn
Oh

[Chorus]

Yeah, scared of success once my prefrontal cortex developed (Shit)
Perfectly good opportunities feel like a setup (Man)
That shit be hobblin’ me, how can I get a leg-up (Uh)
Out in Tribeca, book me the penthouse ’cause all of this pressure is pent up
Yeah, scared of success once my prefrontal cortex developed (Shit)
Perfectly good opportunities feel like a setup (Man)
That shit be hobblin’ me, how can I get a leg-up (Uh)
Out in Tribeca, book me the penthouse ’cause all of this pressure is pent up
Damn

Pent Up In a Penthouse Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
Russ begins with a casual, almost offhand tone, setting the stage for a track that will blend candidness with bravado. The hesitance to “talk too much” hints at the emotional weight simmering under the surface, establishing a mood of guarded honesty that carries through the entire song.

[Chorus]
The chorus introduces a central conflict: the fear of success that emerged with emotional maturity. Russ admits that as he gained self-awareness, opportunities began to feel threatening rather than exciting. The juxtaposition of a lavish penthouse in Tribeca with the metaphor of pressure being “pent up” illustrates how even material success can’t silence internal turmoil.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Russ distances himself from emotional distractions and compares his personal growth to surviving a war. He reflects on early misunderstandings of the industry and his evolution from naivety to calculated self-management. Balancing metaphors with real-life references, Russ outlines a journey of resilience, self-criticism, and the discipline that’s pushed him forward. The line about turning emotional pressure into art—“hits while I was hittin’ the wall”—underscores how he channels pain into creative productivity.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats, reinforcing the mental struggle Russ feels in the face of his rising fame. The internalized fear of failure and betrayal continues to shadow his external success, keeping him in a loop of ambition and anxiety.

[Verse 2]
Here, Russ expands on his inner battles, emphasizing that clarity and purpose came not from intoxication but sobriety. He notes how fans immortalize his words like sacred scripture, signaling the weight of influence. Despite the glamour—Maybachs and sold-out shows—he grapples with impostor syndrome, loneliness, and a hunger for real connection. Russ rejects superficial validation, asserting self-love over external approval, and concludes with a bold declaration of self-prioritization.

[Chorus]
The chorus plays again, acting as an emotional anchor. Each repetition builds on the narrative of pent-up tension, reinforcing how the trappings of success can feel more like pressure cookers than rewards.

[Bridge]
The bridge lays bare Russ’s mental exhaustion. With rapid, rhythmic lines mimicking spiraling thoughts, he captures the cyclical nature of overthinking. His headspace becomes chaotic and restless, echoing the emotional build-up hinted at throughout the track.

[Chorus]
The final chorus repeats twice, amplifying the central motif. As the song closes, the image of the penthouse—once aspirational—becomes a symbol of containment, a high-rise cage for the thoughts and pressure Russ continues to carry with him.

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