Determinate
Adam Hicks Bridgit Mendler Naomi Scott & Hayley Kiyoko Lyrics


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Trying hard to fight these tears
I'm crazy worried
Messing with my head this fear
I'm so sorry
You know you gotta get it out
I can't take it
That's what being friends about
I, I want to cry
I can't deny
Tonight I wanna up and hide
And get inside
It isn't right
I gotta live in my life
I know I, I know I
I know I gotta do it
I know I, I know I
I know I gotta do it

Gotta turn the world into your dance floor
Determinate, determinate
Push until you can't and then demand more
Determinate, determinate
You and me together, we can make it better
Gotta turn the world into your dance floor
Determinate, determinate

Hate to feel this way
And waste a day
I gotta get myself on stage
I shouldn't wait or be afraid
The chips will fall where they may
I know I, I know I
I know I gotta do it
I know I, I know I
I know I gotta do it

Gotta turn the world into your dance floor
Determinate, determinate
Push until you can't and then demand more
Determinate, determinate
You and me together, we can make it better
Gotta turn the world into your dance floor
Determinate, determinate

It's Wen and I'm heaven-sent
Use it like a veteran
Renegade, lemonade, music is my medicine
Go ahead and try to name a band we ain't better than
Reason why the whole world's picking us instead of them
People need a breather cause they're feeling the adrenaline
Stop! Now hurry up and let us in, knock
'Cause we're coming to your house and
People keep on smiling with lemons in their mouth
I'm the real deal, you know how I feel
Why they in it for the mil I'm just in it for the thrill
Get down now I ain't playin' around put your feet up on the ground
And just make that sound like

Gotta turn the world into your dance floor
Determinate, determinate
Push until you can't and then demand more
Determinate, determinate
You and me together, we can make it better
Gotta turn the world into your dance floor
Determinate, determinate

Come on and, come on and
Come on and get it going
Come on and, come on and
Come on and get it going
On the dance floor
On the dance floor




Dance floor
Determinate

Overall Meaning

The song "Determinate" by Adam Hicks is an uplifting and motivational anthem that encourages listeners to push through their fears and challenges to achieve their goals. The first verse highlights the internal conflict between wanting to hide away and wanting to live life to the fullest. The chorus emphasizes the need to take action and turn the world into one's dance floor, pushing until there is nothing left to give. The second verse reinforces the message of determination, expressing the need to get on stage and put oneself out there regardless of fear or doubt.


The bridge is rapped by Wen, one of the members of the band Lemonade Mouth, of which Adam Hicks was a part. The rap references the band's name and boasts of their musical talent, suggesting that they are better than any other band out there. The rap builds on the theme of determination, encouraging listeners to keep pushing and to embrace the adrenaline rush that comes with taking risks.


Overall, "Determinate" is a song that encourages people to face their fears and take action to pursue their dreams. The message is delivered through a high-energy pop/rap tune that is both catchy and inspiring.


Line by Line Meaning

Trying hard to fight these tears
Struggling to keep from crying


I'm crazy worried
Feeling extremely anxious


Messing with my head this fear
Causing confusion and distress due to fear


I'm so sorry
Apologizing for the emotional state


You know you gotta get it out
Encouragement to express emotions


I can't take it
Feeling overwhelmed


That's what being friends about
Reminding that friends are there for support


I, I want to cry
Admitting the desire to cry


I can't deny
Unable to ignore the emotions


Tonight I wanna up and hide
Feeling like escaping


And get inside
Finding comfort in private space


It isn't right
Knowing the current state is not optimal


I gotta live in my life
Acknowledging the need to make decisions for oneself


I know I, I know I I know I gotta do it
Recognizing the need to take action


Gotta turn the world into your dance floor
Embracing life and making it an enjoyable experience


Determinate, determinate Push until you can't and then demand more
Showing determination and continuously striving for more


You and me together, we can make it better
Encouragement to work towards a better future with a friend's support


Hate to feel this way And waste a day
Disliking negative emotions and not wanting to waste time feeling them


I gotta get myself on stage
Wanting to take action and embrace the spotlight


I shouldn't wait or be afraid
Knowing it's best not to hesitate or be fearful


The chips will fall where they may
Accepting the uncertainty of the future


It's Wen and I'm heaven-sent Use it like a veteran Renegade, lemonade, music is my medicine
Introducing oneself and expressing love for music


Go ahead and try to name a band we ain't better than Reason why the whole world's picking us instead of them
Confident in one's band and its abilities


People need a breather cause they're feeling the adrenaline Stop! Now hurry up and let us in, knock
People need a break from excitement and inviting oneself in


'Cause we're coming to your house and People keep on smiling with lemons in their mouth
Announcing a visit and expressing the joy and fun that the band brings


I'm the real deal, you know how I feel Why they in it for the mil I'm just in it for the thrill
Boasting authenticity and love for music rather than monetary gain


Get down now I ain't playin' around put your feet up on the ground And just make that sound like
Encouraging listeners to dance and enjoy the music


Come on and, come on and Come on and get it going On the dance floor Determinate
Inviting others to join in on the fun on the dance floor while showing determination




Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adam Paul Hicks, Charlie Mason, Ebony Nicole Burks, Joacim Bo Persson, Johan Carl Axel Alkenas, Niclas Aake Molinder

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