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Life's a song...you're the singer she says
Up
Aleesia Lyrics
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I'm not a puppet in your role play
You should know
I cut the strings and do it my way
You can't tell me no
But you know I need not follow
I'm letting go
I won't apologize
About what I'm about to say, no
I won't back down, you know
It makes me want to show
That I'm invincible
And you told me you're invincible
And I do this on my own
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
With or without you
Up, up, up to stay
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
I don't need you
You won't get in my way
Yeah, I would always say
You gotta walk the talk you're speaking
(You gotta walk the talk you say)
It's swatter day
I'll be a big girl
Now I'm leaving
Ow
You can't tell me no
But you know I need not follow
I'm letting go
You won't phase me anymore
I won't apologize
About what I'm about to say, no
I won't back down, you know
It makes me want to show
That I'm invincible
And you told me you're invincible
And I do this on my own
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
With or without you
Up, up, up to stay
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
I don't need you
You won't get in my way
You know I won't stop
You're just a road block
You know I won't stop
The road is all mine
It's mine, I see it just fine
All I need is one night
Listen close
I'm not a puppet in your role play
So listen close
I cut the strings and
I'm gonna do it my way
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
With or without you
Up, up, up to stay
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
I don't need you
You won't get in my way
(You won't get in my way)
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
With or without you
Up, up, up to stay
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
I don't need you
You won't get in my way
I'm going up
You know I won't stop
You're just a road block
You know I won't stop
The road is all mine
It's mine, I see it just fine
All I need is one night
The song "Up" by Aleesia talks about breaking free from someone's control and taking charge of one's own life. In the first verse, Aleesia relays how she has cut the strings and will no longer be controlled by someone. She realizes that she can do things on her own and won't apologize for it. The chorus repeats the message that she is going up and nothing will stand in her way. She doesn't need anyone's help to achieve her dreams.
In the second verse, she has put her words into action and is ready to leave her past behind. She knows that she is unstoppable and nothing will be able to hold her back. She has a positive attitude and is determined to make her own way. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the message that she is going up, with or without anyone's help.
The bridge reinforces the message that she won't stop until she reaches her goal. The road is hers to take, and she can see it clearly. She only needs one night to achieve everything she's set out to do. In the end, she repeats the chorus, highlighting her independence and determination to succeed on her own terms.
Overall, the lyrics of "Up" showcase the importance of personal empowerment and following one's dreams regardless of what anyone else thinks.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen close
Pay close attention to what I'm about to say
I'm not a puppet in your role play
I have my own ideas and am not going to blindly follow your script
You should know
I want you to understand where I'm coming from
I cut the strings and do it my way
I'm in control of my own decisions and actions
You can't tell me no
I won't be held back by your restrictions or expectations
But you know I need not follow
I have my own goals and don't have to adhere to yours
I'm letting go
I'm releasing myself from your influence and control
You won't phase me anymore
Your attempts to affect me won't work anymore
I won't apologize
I don't have to justify or say sorry for my actions or beliefs
About what I'm about to say, no
I'm about to speak my truth
I won't back down, you know
I won't be silenced or deterred by your challenges or criticisms
It makes me want to show
Your doubts and negativity motivate me to prove you wrong
That I'm invincible
I'm strong and resilient
And you told me you're invincible
You perhaps claimed to be invincible as well
And I do this on my own
I'm self-sufficient and capable
I'm going up, up, up, yeah
I'm improving and succeeding
With or without you
I don't need your support or approval
Up, up, up to stay
I'm committed to this path of growth
I don't need you
I can live my life without relying on you
You won't get in my way
Your attempts to obstruct me won't succeed
Yeah, I would always say
I've expressed this sentiment before
You gotta walk the talk you're speaking
You need to practice what you preach
(You gotta walk the talk you say)
Repeating the previous line to emphasize its importance
It's swatter day
It's time to face the reality and take action
I'll be a big girl
I'm ready to be mature and take responsibility for myself
Now I'm leaving
I'm moving on from this situation
Ow
An interjection to express determination or defiance
You know I won't stop
I'm determined to keep going
You're just a road block
You are hindering my progress but I won't let you
The road is all mine
I have the power to determine my own path
It's mine, I see it just fine
I have a clear vision of my future
All I need is one night
I only need one chance to make it happen
Contributed by Isabella D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@robloxshawnpl1791
She is a sister of a teacher at my school. She is amazing! Go Aleesia!!!!
@mcasttroo
I’m from Brazil and I love this song! I hear it for years. ❤️
@xIxLovexAvrilx
why are you so perfect, Aleesia? why???
@adilyntan284
I find Aleesia a better artist than most pop-singers on the radio. HER music is what they should let on the radio. This is REAL talent, beauty, and it's magical.
@meester0011
aleesia, this video is so good, you had an amazing voice.
@xIxLovexAvrilx
i think this video deserves like 1000x more views and i ain't even kidding.
@darladarling374
I wish she was super huge cause she should be. Her music is incredible, she's so talented and gorgeous and I love her music vids
@Canadianwaver
only 817 views this is sad Aleesia has an amazing voice , and her single kiss it bye bye had Big Sean on it. Either she needs a new manager or a new label because she's very underrated.
@08dance4ever
love the way she dance <3
@phuoc247
nice, catchy as hell, def downloading this