Four By Four
Shout Out Louds Lyrics
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Can't you see I'm tryin'?
Mother, ex-boyfriend
Brother of the theater
Even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
Girlfriend, sister-friend
I am not a hopeless case
Father of our enemy
Walkin' on easily
Even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
Even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
Even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
And even if I know that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
The lyrics to Shout Out Louds' "Four By Four" explore the connections and influences that shapes a person's life, as well as their desire to keep moving forward despite the obstacles that they face. The song highlights various figures in the singer's life, including their father's father, mother, ex-boyfriend, brother of the theater, girlfriend, sister-friend, and even the father of their enemy. Each person represents a different aspect of the singer's life, and their relationships with each one have influenced them in some way. The singer acknowledges that despite knowing that the people in their life are right about certain things, they still continue on their own path.
The repetition of the phrase "even if I know that you're right/I still go on" emphasizes the internal struggle the singer faces when trying to reconcile the advice and opinions of others with their own desires and needs. In the end, the singer continues on their own path, making their own mistakes and learning from them. The phrase "can't you see I'm tryin'?" further emphasizes the singer's determination to keep going, even when things are difficult.
Overall, "Four By Four" is a thought-provoking exploration of the different influences in a person's life and their struggle to find their own path. The repetition of certain lyrics emphasizes the singer's internal conflict, and the song's catchy melody and instrumentation create an upbeat and hopeful tone.
Line by Line Meaning
My father's father
My grandfather on my father's side
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
I'm putting in effort, can't you tell?
Mother, ex-boyfriend
My mother and an ex-partner
Brother of the theater
My sibling involved in the theater community
Even if I know that you're right
Despite being aware that you're correct
I still go on, I still go on
I continue forward
Girlfriend, sister-friend
My romantic partner and close female friend
I am not a hopeless case
I have potential and hope for improvement
Father of our enemy
The father of someone we oppose or have conflict with
Walkin' on easily
Moving forward with ease
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
I'm making an effort, please recognize it
Even if I know that you're right
Despite knowing you're correct
And even if I know that you're right
Even if I'm aware of your correctness
Even if I know that you're right
Despite being aware of your correctness
Even if I know that you're right
Even if I recognize that you're right
I still go on, I still go on
I persist and continue forward
And even if I know that you're right
Even if I'm aware of your correctness
And even if I know that you're right
Despite recognizing that you're right
Even if I know that you're right
Despite understanding that you're correct
I still go on, I still go on
I keep moving forward
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
I'm doing my best, can't you see?
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
I'm making an effort and need recognition
Can't you see I'm tryin'?
My effort should be clear, shouldn't it?
Even if I know that you're right
Despite being aware that you're correct
And even if I know that you're right
Even if it's clear to me that you're right
Even if I know that you're right
Despite being aware of your correctness
I still go on, I still go on
I keep pushing forward
And even if I know that you're right
Despite recognizing that you're right
And even if I know that you're right
Even when I understand that you're correct
Even if I know that you're right
Despite knowing you're correct
I still go on, I still go on
I persist in my efforts
Even if I know that you're right
Despite recognizing your correctness
And even if I know that you're right
Despite being aware that you're correct
Even if I know that you're right
Although I know you're right
I still go on, I still go on
I continue moving forward
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADAM OLENIUS
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