Instead
Madeleine Peyroux Lyrics
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Be glad you got somewhere to go
Instead of feeling sad
Be happy you're not all alone
Instead of feeling low
Get high on everything you love
Instead of wastin' time
Feel good 'bout what you are dreaming of
Instead of trying to win something you never understood
Just play the game you know eventually you will you both look good
It's silly to pretend to have something you don't own
Just let her be a woman and you'll be her man
Instead of feelin' broke
Buck up and get yourself in the black
Instead of losing hope
Touch up the things that feel out of whack
Instead of being old
Be young because you know you are
Instead of feeling cold
Let sunshine into your heart
Instead of acting crazy chasing things that make you mad
Keep your heart ahead, it'll lead you back to what you have
With every step you are closer to the place you need to be
It's up to you to let her love you sweetly
Instead of acting crazy chasing things that make you mad
Just keep your heart ahead, it'll lead you back to what you have
With every step you are closer to the place you need to be
But it's up to you to let her love you sweetly
Instead of feeling bad
Be glad you got someone to love
Instead of feeling sad
Be happy there's a god above
Instead of feeling 'lone
Remember you are never on your own
Instead of feeling sad
Be happy that she's there at home
She's waitin' for by the phone
So be glad she all your own
Get happy...
Watin' for you by the telephone...
Don't get...
Back home,,,
The lyrics of Madeleine Peyroux's song "Instead" suggest that rather than focusing on negative emotions such as sadness, feeling low, or being broke, one should choose to focus on the positive aspects of life. The song argues that one should appreciate what one has instead of chasing after what one doesn't understand. Instead of acting crazy and chasing after things that make one angry, one should keep moving forward with a positive outlook, trusting that life will ultimately bring one back to where one needs to be. Ultimately, the song is a call to stay grounded in the present and appreciate the good things in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Instead of feeling bad
Don't let negative emotions get to you
Be glad you got somewhere to go
Appreciate having a place to go to
Instead of feeling sad
Avoid being unhappy
Be happy you're not all alone
Be grateful for having companionship
Instead of feeling low
Avoid feeling discouraged
Get high on everything you love
Find joy in the things you love
Instead of wastin' time
Don't waste your time on unimportant things
Feel good 'bout what you are dreaming of
Be positive about your dreams
Instead of trying to win something you never understood
Don't try to win something you don't understand
Just play the game you know eventually you will you both look good
Just stick to what you know and you'll both benefit
It's silly to pretend to have something you don't own
Don't pretend to possess something you don't have
Just let her be a woman and you'll be her man
Accept your partner as they are and be content in your role
Instead of feelin' broke
Avoid feeling financially insecure
Buck up and get yourself in the black
Take action to improve your financial situation
Instead of losing hope
Don't give up
Touch up the things that feel out of whack
Fix things that are out of place
Instead of being old
Age doesn't define your mindset
Be young because you know you are
Embrace youthfulness in spirit
Instead of feeling cold
Don't isolate yourself emotionally
Let sunshine into your heart
Open yourself up to positivity
Instead of acting crazy chasing things that make you mad
Don't chase things that cause negative emotions
Keep your heart ahead, it'll lead you back to what you have
Focus on what matters and you'll get back to it
With every step you are closer to the place you need to be
Every action gets you closer to where you belong
It's up to you to let her love you sweetly
Allow your partner to love you in a loving way
Instead of feeling bad
Stay positive
Be glad you got someone to love
Appreciate having someone to love
Be happy there's a god above
Have gratitude for having a higher power
Remember you are never on your own
You always have support
Be happy that she's there at home
Be content with your partner at home
She's waitin' for by the phone
Your partner is waiting for your call
So be glad she all your own
Be grateful for having your partner to yourself
Get happy...
Find happiness
Watin' for you by the telephone...
Your partner is waiting for your call
Don't get...
Avoid negative emotions and actions
Back home...
Find comfort at home
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JULIAN L. CORYELL, MADELEINE PEYROUX
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Instead of feeling bad
Be glad you got somewhere to go
Instead of feeling sad
Be happy you're not all alone
Instead of feeling low
Get high on everything you love
Instead of wastin' time
Feel good 'bout what you are dreaming of
Instead of trying to win something you never understood
Just play the game you know eventually you'll love her good
It's silly to pretend that you have something you don't own
Just let her be a woman and you'll be her man
Instead of feelin' broke
Buck up and get yourself in the black
Instead of losing hope
Touch up the things that feel out of whack
Instead of being old
Be young because you know you are
Instead of feeling cold
Let sunshine into your heart
Instead of acting crazy chasing things that make you mad
Keep your heart ahead, it'll lead you back to what you have
With every step you are closer to the place you need to be
It's up to you to let her love you sweetly
Instead of acting crazy chasing things that make you mad
Just keep your heart ahead, it'll lead you back to what you have
With every step you are closer to the place you need to be
But it's up to you to let her love you sweetly
Instead of feeling bad
Be glad you got someone to love
Instead of feeling sad
Be happy there's a god above
Instead of feeling low
Remember you are never on your own
Instead of feeling sad
Be happy that she's there at home
She's waitin' for by the phone
So be glad that she all your own
Instead of feeling bad
Get happy
Waitin' for you by the telephone
Don't get...
Back home,
Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: Peyroux Madeleine E / Coryell Julian L
@paladin7932
Been listening to this all week...then.my oldest son had a minor stroke. Now I fully understand everything she is saying. Grwat song . Great message. All will be well!
@ashas6396
Merveilleuse chanson et voix envoûtante ❤👍
@carolynhenderson2520
Love this song and its encouraging, upbeat message.
@KatalistProductionsKozzySasha
One of the best live performances I have seen
@miguelenutube
How beautiful! ❤️
@davidalexander5916
She's great!
@CarolinaMarchesano
Lovely voice! Thanks for sharing!
@21duse
The message is so powerful, yet so simplistic to understand. A great "Don't Worry Song"
@lewisroyer3411
What a great song.
@some2l9
Great song, Madeleine!