Who I Was Born To Be
Susan Boyle Lyrics
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I could see the wind in the trees
And I heard a song in the breeze
It was there, singing out my name
But I am not a girl
I have known the taste of defeat
And I have finally grown to believe
It will all came around again
[Chorus]
And though I may not
Know the answers
I can finally say I am free
And if the questions
Led me here, then
I am who, I was born to be
And so here am I
Open arms and ready to stand
I've got the world in my hands
And it feels like my turn to fly
[Chorus]
When I was a child
There were flowers that bloomed in the night
Unafraid to take in the light
Unashamed to have braved the dark
[Chorus]
I am who, I was born to be
The lyrics of Susan Boyle's "Who I Was Born To Be" tell the story of self-discovery and acceptance despite past defeats and unanswered questions. The singer recounts her childhood memories of feeling a connection to nature and hearing a song in the breeze that seemed to call out her name. As she grew older, she faced setbacks and disappointments that made her doubt her path in life. However, she ultimately comes to the realization that her struggles have led her to a place of freedom and authenticity.
The chorus is a powerful statement of her newfound confidence and sense of purpose. She acknowledges that she may not have all the answers, but she knows that she is finally free to be herself. If the questions she asked led her to this moment, then she believes that she is exactly who she was meant to be.
The second verse echoes the theme of resilience and bravery in the face of darkness. The flowers that bloom in the night symbolize the courage to face challenges and emerge stronger for having done so.
Overall, "Who I Was Born To Be" is a song about finding one's true self and embracing that identity with courage and conviction.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was a child
As a child, I had a special connection with the world around me.
I could see the wind in the trees
I was able to perceive the intricacies of nature in a way that others couldn't.
And I heard a song in the breeze
I had an intuitive sense that there was beauty and magic in the world.
It was there, singing out my name
The universe seemed to be calling me, as if I had a special destiny.
But I am not a girl
Growing up, I faced many challenges and obstacles that made me doubt myself.
I have known the taste of defeat
I've experienced failure, disappointment and heartbreak, and it hurt.
And I have finally grown to believe
After a lot of soul-searching, I've come to realize that I am capable of great things.
It will all came around again
Despite setbacks, I'm confident that my dreams will come true if I persevere long enough.
And though I may not
I don't have all the answers, but that's okay, because...
Know the answers
...life is a journey that's full of surprises and discoveries.
I can finally say I am free
I feel liberated from the doubts and fears that held me back, and I'm ready to make my mark on the world.
And if the questions
All the doubts and uncertainties I faced in my life...
Led me here, then
...are what brought me to this moment in time...
I am who, I was born to be
...then I am exactly who I was meant to be all along.
And so here am I
Now that I've found my confidence and purpose...
Open arms and ready to stand
...I'm willing to embrace whatever the future holds, and take it on with courage and conviction.
I've got the world in my hands
I'm ready to grab life by the horns and seize every opportunity that comes my way.
And it feels like my turn to fly
I'm excited to take off and soar to new heights, putting all my hard-won wisdom and resilience to the test.
When I was a child
Looking back on my life's journey...
There were flowers that bloomed in the night
...I can see that there were moments of beauty and joy even in the darkest times.
Unafraid to take in the light
I wasn't afraid to embrace life's gifts and opportunities.
Unashamed to have braved the dark
I'm proud of all the obstacles I overcame, and I don't regret the tough times that made me who I am today.
I am who, I was born to be
At the end of the day, I'm content and at peace with myself, knowing that I'm exactly where I'm supposed to be in life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AUDRA MAE, AUDRA MAE BUTTS, JOHAN FRANSSON, TIM MIKAEL LARSSON, TOBIAS LUNDGREN
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@erikawinter7660
I think I am not the only one who gets emotional, while listening to Susan's Songs. She has an amazing glorious voice, please keep going and we love to listen to you Susan on a daily basis.
@patriciahess1631
I am with you I saw her on her audition I cried when I heard her sing .I've been listening to her beautiful voice everyday She still gives me Goosebumps with her angel voice
@Archienetwork
I agree, it’s a very emotional song and voice. Let’s her keep going on
@GloraineBenton
Love Susan's voice she has that iconic talent you don't hear very often
@JohnDoe-mf1jy
Susan has a gift from GOD. Stunning voice
@michaeljohnston-ul1vi
It may be a gift from God,but where would it be without BGT.
@chronicstitcher7933
What an incredible voice. This song makes me cry every time. Thank you Susan for sharing your wonderful gift, your music makes the world a better place.
@mariachalapud1218
Hola es una mujer hermosa hermosa puedo escucharlsin sin astio a
@naimaboukhouf7357
Just speechless
She is just a goodness
@andyf6576
2023 still moving ❤