Feeling Good
● Muse Lyrics


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Birds flying high you know how I feel
Sun in the sky you know how I feel
Breeze driftin' on by you know how I feel

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good

Fish in the sea you know how I feel
River running free you know how I feel
Blossom in the trees you know how I feel

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good

Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know
Butterflies all havin' fun you know what I mean
Sleep in peace when day is done
And this old world is a new world
And a bold world
For me

Stars when you shine you know how I feel
Scent of the pine you know how I feel
Oh freedom is mine
And you know how I feel

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life




For me
And I'm feeling good

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Muse's song Feeling Good are an ode to the sense of liberation and freedom that comes with a new day. The imagery is centered around nature, with references to birds, fish, rivers, trees, and stars. The singer is uplifted by the beauty of the world around them and the promise of new beginnings. The chorus is an affirmation of the singer's positive outlook on life: "It's a new dawn, it's a new day, it's a new life for me, and I'm feeling good." The final line, "Oh freedom is mine, and you know how I feel," emphasizes the theme of liberation and suggests that the singer's positive mood is a result of their newfound sense of autonomy.


Interestingly, Muse's version of "Feeling Good" is actually a cover of a song from the musical "The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd." The song has since been covered by numerous artists, including Nina Simone and Michael Bublé. Additionally, the song has been featured in movies and TV shows, including "V for Vendetta" and "The Umbrella Academy."


Line by Line Meaning

Birds flying high you know how I feel
The happiness I feel inside can be compared to the unbridled joy of birds flying high in the sky


Sun in the sky you know how I feel
The warmth and radiance that the sun brings reminds me of the goodness in my heart


Breeze driftin' on by you know how I feel
The gentle and refreshing wind that accompanies me on this journey reminds me of the peace and calmness that encloses me


It's a new dawn
It signifies the start of a new era/perspective


It's a new day
A day that promises new opportunities and positivity


It's a new life
A life that offers hope and new beginnings


For me
This is my reality


And I'm feeling good
This line is the culmination of all the positive experiences I've described so far. It is sheer happiness and well-being


Fish in the sea you know how I feel
Just as fish swim freely in the expanse of the sea, I feel uninhibited and liberated


River running free you know how I feel
The river is a symbol of the fluidity and tranquility in my heart


Blossom in the trees you know how I feel
The beauty and tenderness of these flowers parallel the joy and appreciation of life I feel


Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know
The freedom of dragonflies basking in the sun closely mirrors the sense of liberation and exuberance in my life. I'm sure you understand this feeling.


Butterflies all having fun you know what I mean
The fluttering of butterflies signifies happiness and joy, something that I relate to deeply.


Sleep in peace when day is done
A deep and peaceful slumber at the end of the day reminds me of the serenity in my heart


And this old world is a new world
"Old world" refers to the past, and the idea that the world is now "new" indicates a change in outlook and perspective


And a bold world
The description of a bold world denotes a brave and adventurous future.


Stars when you shine you know how I feel
The brightness of the stars is reminiscent of the positive emotions that shine from within


Scent of the pine you know how I feel
The scent of pine brings a sense of clarity and positivity that mimics the experience of my current reality


Oh freedom is mine
This line emphasises the joy associated with liberation and being free to express oneself


And you know how I feel
The listener is congratulated for sharing in the feelings of liberation, hopefulness, and positivity.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley

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When fools can be kings?
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Time has come to make things right
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You and I must fight for our rights
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Time has come to make things right
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Lyrics

[Instrumental Intro with Vocalizations]

Come ride with me
Through the veins of history
I'll show you a god
Who falls asleep on the job
And how can we win
When fools can be kings?
Don't waste your time
Or time will waste you

No one's gonna
Take me alive
The time has come
To make things right
You and I must
Fight for our rights
You and I must
Fight to survive
No one's gonna
Take me alive
The time has come
To make things right
You and I must
Fight for our rights
You and I must
Fight to survive

No one's gonna
Take me alive
The time has come
To make things right
You and I must
Fight for our rights
You and I must
Fight to survive



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@marinedude_06

"Don't waste your time or time will waste you" one of my favorite lyrics ever, so true.

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@Michael80B

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@@Michael80B said by the man who can't spell

@petepentheus2851

It's Shakespeare. Richard II: 'I wasted time, now time doth waste me'

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