Lyrics of
Today

Today, written by Billy Corgan, lead vocalist and guitarist of The Smashing Pumpkins, was inspired by a period of deep depression he was going through. The song, with its ironic lyrics and upbeat melody, serves as a satirical take on despair and Corgans view on suicide. Corgan has stated that this song helped propel the band to significant commercial success and is often seen as an anthem of its generation.

Today is the greatest day I've ever known
Can't live for tomorrow, tomorrow's much too long
I'll burn my eyes out
Before I get out

I wanted more than life could ever grant me
Bored by the chore of saving face

Today is the greatest day I've ever known
Can't wait for tomorrow, I might not have that long
I'll tear my heart out before I get out

Pink ribbon scars that never forget
I've tried so hard to cleanse these regrets
My angel wings were bruised and restrained
My belly stings

Today is today is today is the greatest
Day hee-yay, oo oo ooo ooo ooo Day hee-yay-ay, hooo

I want to turn you on, I want to turn you on
I want to turn you on, I want to turn you

Today is the greatest today is the greatest day
Today is the greatest day I have ever really known