NOT OK Lyrics – 5 Seconds of Summer

5 Seconds of Summer are diving headfirst into their boldest era yet with NOT OK, a electrifying track from their sixth album EVERYONE’S A STAR!, released on September 24, 2025, via Republic Records. After the introspective vibes of 5SOS5 and The Feeling of Falling Upwards, the Aussie pop-rock quartet—Luke Hemmings, Calum Hood, Ashton Irwin, and Michael Clifford—crank up the rebellion here, blending their signature catchy hooks with a darker, more daring edge. This 12-track album, produced with heavyweights like John Feldmann and Sarah Hudson, explores fame, inner chaos, and embracing the messier sides of life, all wrapped in slick pop-punk and alt-pop production. NOT OK is a standout, a pulsating anthem that captures the band at their most unapologetic, with lyrics like “Bite the apple, baby” and “I like the darker side of me” tempting listeners to let go and get wild.

The track’s infectious energy—driven by Luke’s silky verses, Calum’s raw confessions, and Ashton’s late-night interlude—channels a seductive tug-of-war between control and chaos. It’s got that classic 5SOS knack for earworm choruses, but with a grittier, almost hedonistic vibe, like a nod to their Youngblood days pumped up with 2025 swagger. Lines about dipping toes into the fire and jumping off the edge scream liberation, reflecting the album’s theme of owning every facet of yourself, flaws and all. X posts are lighting up with fans praising the track’s “insane energy” and its place alongside other bangers like Blender and Moodswings, while Reddit threads buzz about how NOT OK feels like the band’s middle finger to playing it safe.

EVERYONE’S A STAR! is about shining through the noise, and NOT OK sets that tone with its mix of pop-punk grit and glossy chaos. It’s a perfect snapshot of 5SOS evolving—still the boys who won hearts with She Looks So Perfect, but now unafraid to flirt with their wilder sides. Early reviews are calling the album a career high, with NOT OK as a fan-favorite for its bold, in-your-face vibe. Dive into the NOT OK lyrics below and embrace the chaos. Don’t miss other EVERYONE’S A STAR! tracks like Ghost or The Rocks for more of 5SOS’s fearless spark.