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Rise
Katy Perry Lyrics


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I won't just survive
Oh, you will see me thrive
Can't write my story
I'm beyond the archetype
I won't just conform
No matter how you shake my core
'Cause my roots, they run deep, oh

Oh, ye of so little faith
Don't doubt it, don't doubt it
Victory is in my veins
I know it, I know it
And I will not negotiate
I'll fight it, I'll fight it
I will transform

When, when the fire's at my feet again
And the vultures all start circling
They're whispering, you're out of time
But still, I rise
This is no mistake, no accident
When you think the final nail is in, think again
Don't be surprised, I will still rise

I must stay conscious
Through the madness and chaos
So I call on my angels
They say

Oh, ye of so little faith
Don't doubt it, don't doubt it
Victory is in your veins
You know it, you know it
And you will not negotiate
Just fight it, just fight it
And be transformed

'Cause when, when the fire's at my feet again
And the vultures all start circling
They're whispering, you're out of time
But still, I rise
This is no mistake, no accident
When you think the final nail is in, think again
Don't be surprised, I will still rise

Don't doubt it, don't doubt
Oh, oh, oh, oh
You know it, you know it
Still rise
Just fight it, just fight it
Don't be surprised, I will still rise

Overall Meaning

The anthem-like lyrics of Katy Perry's "Rise" convey a message of empowerment and resilience despite obstacles, setbacks, and doubters. The refrain "Still, I rise" echoes Maya Angelou's poem "Still I Rise," which celebrates the indomitable spirit of those who refuse to give up and surrender to oppression and despair. The song speaks to anyone who has faced adversity but chooses to stand up and fight back with faith, determination, and courage. Perry's powerful vocals and the intensity of the percussion and orchestra build up to a climactic bridge that affirms the song's theme of transformation and triumph.


The first two verses establish the persona of the singer as someone who refuses to conform to the expectations and stereotypes of others, especially those who try to shake her confidence and identity. She asserts her proud heritage and deep roots, suggesting that her strength comes from her roots rather than from external validation. The pre-chorus repeats the refrain "Don't doubt it, victory is in my veins," emphasizing the singer's self-belief and inviting the listener to join her in resisting doubt and negativity. The chorus then exclaims, "Still, I rise," as a defiant affirmation of her refusal to be defeated or silenced by those who try to bring her down.


The second half of the song extends the metaphor of the fire and the vultures encircling as symbols of trials and challenges. Perry acknowledges that staying conscious amid the madness and chaos is a struggle that requires support and guidance, which she finds from her angels. The second pre-chorus addresses the listener directly, urging them to fight and transform themselves by embracing the victory that already resides within them. The final chorus repeats the refrain with even more conviction and passion, ending the song on a note of triumph and resilience.


Line by Line Meaning

I won't just survive
I won't settle for simply existing


Oh, you will see me thrive
I will thrive, and everyone will witness it


Can't write my story
No one else can control the plot of my life


I'm beyond the archetype
I am not defined by mere categories or stereotypes


I won't just conform
I won't adhere to the norms or expectations placed upon me


No matter how you shake my core
Nothing can fundamentally change who I am


'Cause my roots, they run deep, oh
My foundations go far beyond surface level


Oh, ye of so little faith
Those who believe in me too little


Don't doubt it, don't doubt it
Don't underestimate me, don't question my ability


Victory is in my veins
Winning is fundamental to who I am


I know it, I know it
I am confident in my abilities


And I will not negotiate
I won't compromise on my values or goals


I'll fight it, I'll fight it
I'll persevere through whatever challenges I face


I will transform
I will grow and change for the better


When, when the fire's at my feet again
When I'm in a difficult, high-pressure situation again


And the vultures all start circling
And people start doubting me or waiting for my failure


They're whispering, you're out of time
They're saying I won't be able to do it in time or at all


But still, I rise
But I'll keep going and surpass their expectations


This is no mistake, no accident
This is all intentional and meant to happen


When you think the final nail is in, think again
When it seems like I've failed completely, I'll prove otherwise


Don't be surprised, I will still rise
Don't underestimate me, I'll always come out on top


I must stay conscious
I have to stay aware and focused


Through the madness and chaos
Even during the most hectic or unpredictable times


So I call on my angels
I rely on those who support and uplift me


They say
They tell me


Just fight it, just fight it
Just keep going and don't back down


And be transformed
And use this experience to better myself




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Cloud9, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson, Ali Payami, Savan Harish Kotecha, Max Martin

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@theharshtruthoutthere

Tenga en cuenta que no hay cambio climático, ES LA IRA DE DIOS que merecemos plenamente, porque estamos ENFERMOS Y MALOS. Abusando diariamente unos de otros. Vivir en todas las Naciones Unidas: formas naturales. Alabando los pecados en lugar de VIDAS JUSTAS Y SANTA. Y sí, los malvados, los albañiles, también han fabricado herramientas con las que manipulan el clima una y otra vez, pero el poder supremo está en manos del HACEDOR DE TODAS LAS COSAS.

1 Pedro 5:6 - Humillaos, pues, bajo la poderosa mano de Dios, para que él os exalte cuando fuere tiempo:
Lucas 21:34 - Y mirad por vosotros mismos, que vuestros corazones no se carguen de glotonería y embriaguez y de los afanes de esta vida, y venga de repente sobre vosotros aquel día.
1 Tesalonicenses 5:9
Porque no nos ha puesto Dios para ira, sino para alcanzar salvación por medio de nuestro Señor Jesucristo,
Santiago 1:20
Porque la ira del hombre no obra la justicia de Dios.
Colosenses 3:6
Por las cuales cosas la ira de Dios viene sobre los hijos de desobediencia:
Romanos 1:18 - Porque la ira de Dios se revela desde el cielo contra toda impiedad e injusticia de los hombres que detienen con injusticia la verdad;
Juan 3:36 - El que cree en el Hijo tiene vida eterna; y el que no cree en el Hijo no verá la vida; pero la ira de Dios está sobre él.
Isaías 26:21 - Porque he aquí, Jehová sale de su lugar para castigar a los moradores de la tierra por su iniquidad; y la tierra descubrirá su sangre, y nunca más encubrirá sus muertos.

Ezequiel 25:17 - Y ejecutaré en ellos gran venganza con reprensiones furiosas; y sabrán que yo soy el SEÑOR, cuando pondré mi venganza sobre ellos.

Nahum 1:2-6 - Dios es celoso, y Jehová venga; Jehová se venga y se enfurece; el SEÑOR se vengará de sus adversarios, y para sus enemigos tiene reservada la ira.
Apocalipsis 20:15 - Y el que no se halló inscrito en el libro de la vida fue lanzado al lago de fuego.
2 Pedro 2:9 - Sabe el Señor librar de tentación a los piadosos, y reservar a los injustos para que sean castigados en el día del juicio:

Mateo 10:28 - Y no temáis a los que matan el cuerpo, mas el alma no pueden matar; temed más bien a aquel que puede destruir el alma y el cuerpo en el infierno.

Romanos 6:23 - Porque la paga del pecado es muerte; mas la dádiva de Dios es vida eterna en Cristo Jesús Señor nuestro.

Salmo 7:11 - Dios juzga al justo, y Dios está enojado contra el impío todos los días.

La humanidad llegó a “gustar” la IRA DE DIOS dos veces ya, ahora vivimos esperando la 3ª vez, para “gustar” nuevamente la IRA DE DIOS.



All comments from YouTube:

@tommyestrada2986

She would've made a great Wonder Woman.

@hannahdabanana7010

Agreed

@Jakezillagfw

no just no

@jakegeddes5480

Looks don't make a good performance

@long25714

shes as tall as me, and im asian. so no that wouldnt work, considering diana is an amazonian, and would be as tall as superman and batman

@camdennewitt6701

yyyyaaasssssssss!!!!!!!1

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@blackninja546

This is actually one of the best songs I've heard from her

@gingeroconnell9790

@@lewisperry01 but this song is so underrated

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