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Workin' It Out
Hilary Duff Lyrics


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Some days I start off draggin' my feet
Some days I wanna fly
Some days it all makes sense to me
Some days I just don't want to know why

(Hey, hey) I'm not giving up, no
Gonna stand up and shout it, oh-oh
(No way) I'm not slackin' off or backin' out
Or crackin' up with doubt
I'm workin' it out
(Oh, cool, that's awesome)

Sometimes I'm just surrounded by friends
Sometimes we've never met
Sometimes I pray for somethin' I need
But hey, you never know what you're gonna get
And

(Hey, hey) I'm not giving up, no
Gonna stand up and shout it, oh-oh
(No way) I'm not slackin' off or backin' out
Or crackin' up with doubt
I'm workin' it out
(It's hard enough to be what you are)
(It's harder to be what you're not)
(Harder to know what you need to get)
(Hard to know what you've got)

(Hey, hey) I'm not giving up, no
Gonna stand up and shout it, oh-oh
(No way) I'm not slackin' off or backin' out
Or crackin' up with doubt
I'm workin' it out

(Hey, hey) I'm not giving up, no
Gonna stand up and shout it (I'm working it out)
(No way) I'm not slackin' off or backin' out
Or crackin' up with doubt
I'm workin' it out

(Hey, hey) I'm workin' it out, now
I'm workin' it out

Overall Meaning

Hilary Duff's song Working It Out is a motivational song that talks about some common struggles that people experience in their daily lives. The song begins by highlighting the different moods that can be encountered on different days. Sometimes people start off feeling tired and unmotivated, while on other days, they feel more energized and ready to take on the world. The lyrics suggest that it's possible to work through these ups and downs, and that giving up is not an option.


Throughout the song, Duff reminds listeners that despite the challenges that may arise, it's important to keep pushing forward. She encourages people not to slack off or give up when things get tough, but instead to keep working it out. Even though there are times where individuals may feel alone and without direction, Duff reminds listeners that they may find the help they need in unexpected places. She sings about the importance of being true to oneself and recognizing one's strengths and weaknesses.


Overall, Hilary Duff's Working It Out is a song that promotes self-belief and persistence in the face of adversity. It reminds listeners that everyone has their own journey to follow, and that success means different things to different people. The song encourages individuals to be patient and persevere through the challenges they face, ultimately shining a light on the benefits of staying committed to one's goals.


Line by Line Meaning

Some days I start off draggin' my feet
There are days when I am feeling lazy and lethargic


Some days I want to fly
There are days when I am feeling ambitious and motivated


Some days it all makes sense to me
There are days when everything seems clear and understandable to me


Some days I just don't want to know why
There are days when I can't be bothered to understand the reasons behind things


Hey, hey, I'm not giving up, no
I am determined and not going to quit


Gonna stand up and shout it
I am going to proclaim my intentions and beliefs


No way, I'm not slackin' off or backin' out or crackin' up without doubt
I have no doubt that I will not become lazy, give up, or lose my mind


I'm workin' it out
I am actively figuring out my goals and the path to get there


Sometimes I'm just surrounded by friends
There are times when I am in the company of close companions


Sometimes we've never met
Other times I meet and socialize with strangers


Sometimes I pray for something I need
Occasionally I ask for assistance from a higher power to obtain something important


But hey, you never know what you're gonna get
In life, it's impossible to predict the outcome of every situation


It's hard enough to be what you are
It's already difficult to accept and be true to yourself


Harder to be what you're not
It's even more challenging to pretend to be someone you are not


It's hard to know what you need to get
It's difficult to identify what you require to achieve your objectives


Harder to know what you've got
It's even more complicated to recognize your own skills and resources




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Clay Pettus Charlton, Charlie Midnight, Marc Swersky

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