Who I Am
Alice Peacock Lyrics
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That everyone should be the same
I know who I am
Don't need your philosophy
It isn't any use to me
I know where I stand
In the ways of life and art
I trust the wisdom of my heart
But I know that through it all
If to my own self I am true
Than I'm sure to make it through
It doesn't matter what you say
'Cause I know I'll be okay
I know who I am
I may not be your fantasy
Or what you think I'm 'sposed to be
Well I understand
But what you clearly fail to see
Is there's nobody else quite like me
In this wonderland
My luck begins with these two hands
'Cause nothing happens just by chance
I'm courageous, I am kind, a contradiction in
Your mind, my sexuality belongs to no one else
But me, I believe that love's a choice
I trust the power in my voice
In Alice Peacock's song "Who I Am," the singer expresses a strong sense of self-awareness and individuality. She refuses to conform to societal norms or to be defined by others' expectations of her. She trusts her heart and her own wisdom to guide her on her journey through life and art.
The lyrics suggest that there is power in being true to oneself, even if it means making mistakes or facing criticism from others. The singer recognizes that her uniqueness is an asset, and she celebrates the fact that there is nobody quite like her in the world. She also embraces her sexuality as a personal choice rather than something that belongs to anyone else.
Overall, "Who I Am" is a message of self-love and acceptance, encouraging listeners to embrace their own individuality and trust in their own inner voice.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want to play your game
I don't want to conform to society's expectations and standards
That everyone should be the same
That everyone should conform to society's expectations and standards
I know who I am
I understand myself and am true to myself
Don't need your philosophy
I don't need someone else's beliefs or opinions to define me
It isn't any use to me
It doesn't benefit me in any way
I know where I stand
I know my place in life and what I believe in
In the ways of life and art
In both everyday life and creative expression
I trust the wisdom of my heart
I trust my intuition and emotions over external opinions
I may stumble, I may fall
I may make mistakes or fail at times
But I know that through it all
But I know that as long as I stay true to myself
If to my own self I am true
If I am honest with myself
Than I'm sure to make it through
Then I'll be able to overcome any challenges
It doesn't matter what you say
Your opinions or criticisms don't affect me
'Cause I know I'll be okay
Because I have confidence in myself to succeed
I may not be your fantasy
I may not fit your ideal or perfect image of me
Or what you think I'm 'sposed to be
Or what you think I should be according to your expectations
Well I understand
I can sympathize with your point of view
But what you clearly fail to see
But what you don't understand
Is there's nobody else quite like me
Is that I am a unique individual
In this wonderland
In this world full of diversity and differences
My luck begins with these two hands
My success and fortunes are my own responsibility
'Cause nothing happens just by chance
Success is not dependent on luck, but rather on one's own actions and choices
I'm courageous, I am kind, a contradiction in
I possess both bravery and kindness, qualities that may seem contradictory
Your mind, my sexuality belongs to no one else
My identity and sexual preferences are my own, not influenced by external opinions
But me, I believe that love's a choice
I believe that one can choose who to love, regardless of societal norms or expectations
I trust the power in my voice
I have confidence in my ability to express myself and make a difference
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DENNIS MATKOSKY, ALICE PEACOCK
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