The lead single, "Alice" by Avril Lavigne will be played during the end credits. The song premiered on January 27, 2010 on the radio program, On Air with Ryan Seacrest. The second single will be the song "Tea Party" by Estonian pop star Kerli. "Follow Me Down", a track from the album by 3OH!3 featuring Neon Hitch, has also been released as a single. A special edition of the album with three extra songs will be exclusive to Hot Topic. The album was released on March 2, 2010.
William Ruhlmann of Allmusic focused part of his review on Lavigne's track, "Alice", describing it as "a typical piece of self-assertive adolescent pop/rock," noting that it was "ideally suited for heavy rotation on Radio Disney." Singling out "White Rabbit" and "Very Good Advice" as the album "oddities," Ruhlmann otherwise decided the album was more appealing toward kids, with nearly all of the songs being "schoolyard chants".
Alice
Avril Lavigne Lyrics
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I'm underground, I fell down
Yeah, I fell down
I'm freakin' out, so where am I now?
Upside down and I can't stop it now
It can't stop me now,
Ohhh
I,
I'll get by
I,
I'll survive
When the world's crashin' down
When I fall and hit the ground
I will turn myself around
Don't you try to stop me
I,
I won't cry
I'll play the game, but I can't stay
I've got my head on straight, and I'm not gonna change
I'm not gonna change
I'll win the race, keep up with the pace
Today's the day, that I start to pray
You can't get in my way
No
I,
I'll get by
I,
I'll survive
When the world's crashin' down
When I fall and hit the ground
I will turn myself around
Don't you try to stop me
I,
I won't cry
I found myself (Myself) in Wonderland
Get back on (Back on) my feet (My feet) again (Again)
Is this real? (Is this real?)
Is it pretend? (Is it pretend?)
I'll take (I'll take) a stand (A stand) until (Until) the end
I,
I'll get by
I,
I'll survive
When the world's crashin' down
When I fall and hit the ground
I will turn myself around
Don't you try to stop me!
I, I won't cry
I,
I'll get by
I,
I'll survive
When the world's crashin' down
When I fall and hit the ground
I will turn myself around
Don't you try to stop me!
I, and I won't cry
The song "Alice" by Avril Lavigne is featured in the 2010 Tim Burton film "Alice in Wonderland". On the surface, the lyrics seem to describe Alice's journey through the whimsical and chaotic world of Wonderland. However, the song can also be interpreted as a personal journey of self-discovery, as Avril sings about overcoming obstacles and refusing to let anyone stop her from achieving her goals.
The opening lines describe a feeling of disorientation and confusion, as if the singer has fallen down a rabbit hole and entered a strange new world. Despite feeling lost, she is determined to push forward and "get by" no matter what challenges lie ahead. Throughout the song, she emphasizes her strength and resilience in the face of adversity, declaring "I won't cry" and "you can't get in my way".
The chorus is the most empowering part of the song, with the repeated lines "when the world's crashing down / when I fall and hit the ground / I will turn myself around / don't you try to stop me". This suggests that even when things seem hopeless, the singer will always find a way to pick herself up and keep going. The bridge of the song adds an extra layer of depth by questioning the reality of the situation. It's almost as if the singer knows that her journey is metaphorical rather than literal, but she's determined to see it through to the end regardless.
Line by Line Meaning
Trippin' out, Spinnin' around
Confused and disoriented, I find myself lost and overwhelmed
I'm underground, I fell down
I am alone and vulnerable, having fallen from a higher place
I'm freakin' out, so where am I now?
I am anxious and uncertain about my surroundings
Upside down and I can't stop it now
Things are chaotic and out of control, and I can't make them right
It can't stop me now, Ohhh
Despite the chaos, I am determined to persevere and succeed
I, I'll get by
I will find a way through this difficult situation
I, I'll survive
I will not only get through this, but I will come out stronger on the other side
When the world's crashin' down
Even when everything around me is falling apart
When I fall and hit the ground
Even when I stumble and face setbacks
I will turn myself around
I will not give up, and I will find a way to overcome
Don't you try to stop me
I will not let anyone else bring me down or stand in my way
I, I won't cry
I will remain strong and resilient in the face of adversity
I'll play the game, but I can't stay
I will participate in society, but I refuse to compromise my values and identity
I've got my head on straight, and I'm not gonna change
I am grounded and self-assured, and I will stay true to myself
I'll win the race, keep up with the pace
I will not only keep up with others, but I will also excel and achieve my goals
Today's the day, that I start to pray
I am relying on my faith and inner strength to guide me forward
You can't get in my way
No one can prevent me from reaching my full potential
I found myself (Myself) in Wonderland
I am in a new and strange place, both physically and emotionally
Get back on (Back on) my feet (My feet) again (Again)
I will recover from my past struggles and setbacks, and stand tall once again
Is this real? (Is this real?)
I am questioning whether my current reality is genuine
Is it pretend? (Is it pretend?)
I am wondering if my current situation is just an illusion or a dream
I'll take (I'll take) a stand (A stand) until (Until) the end
I am committed to my beliefs and my journey, no matter what obstacles may come my way
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Avril Ramona Lavigne
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