Rebel
Alyssa Bonagura Lyrics
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Everybody is pulling me in all kinds of directions,
Try to tell me what to say, how to think and feel.
Truth is that every soul is continuously searching.
We think we know but we got no idea.
I′m a saint, i'm a sinner
I'm a human trying to figure out this place we call earth.
I′m a leader, i′m a rebel with an unknown plan,
I'm a believer trying to figure out who I am.
Who I am
Then I see you and I′ve got nothing to hide
You're the only one who knows what′s hurting inside
Cause you love me more than any perfect disguise
You never judge me and you never ask why
I'm a saint, i′m a sinner
I'm the sky, i'm the dirt
I′m a human trying to figure out this place we call earth.
I′m a leader, i'm a rebel with an unknown plan,
I′m a believer trying to figure out who I am.
Am, who I am, I am a human, baby we're all human.
I′m a saint, i'm a sinner
I′m the sky, i'm the dirt
I'm a human trying to figure out this place we call earth.
I′m a leader, i′m a rebel with an unknown plan,
I'm a believer trying to figure out who I am.
I′m a saint, i'm a sinner
I′m the sky, i'm the dirt
I′m a human trying to figure out this place we call earth.
I'm a leader, i'm a rebel with an unknown plan,
I′m a believer trying to figure out who I am.
I′m a believer trying to figure out who I am
Who I am
I am a human
Baby we are all human
The song Rebel by Alyssa Bonagura is an introspective look at who she is as a person and her struggles to figure out her identity in a world where everyone is telling her who to be. The first verse speaks to the pressures she feels from different people to conform to their expectations and opinions. Despite this, she recognizes that everyone is searching for their own truth and that nobody truly has all the answers.
The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm a saint, I'm a sinner, I'm the sky, I'm the dirt, I'm a human trying to figure out this place we call earth" to emphasize the complexity of human nature and the ongoing search for a true identity. She describes herself as both a leader and a rebel, recognizing that there is an unknown plan for her and trying to discover herself in the process.
The second verse shifts to a more personal tone, where she expresses how she feels like no one understands her except for one person. This person sees through her mask and knows what is truly hurting inside. She feels safe with this person and is grateful for their unconditional love and lack of judgment. The song concludes by reaffirming the human experience and how everyone is trying to figure out who they are.
Overall, the song Rebel speaks to the universal experience of struggling to understand oneself in a world where everyone is telling you who to be.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody is pulling me in all kinds of directions,
Various forces in life are trying to influence and control me.
Try to tell me what to say, how to think and feel.
These external forces try to dictate my opinions and emotions.
Truth is that every soul is continuously searching.
Each person is on a personal journey to find their own truth.
We think we know but we got no idea.
Despite our efforts to understand, we still have much to learn.
I′m a saint, i'm a sinner
I have both admirable and flawed qualities.
I′m the sky, i'm the dirt
I encompass both the lofty and the mundane aspects of life.
I'm a human trying to figure out this place we call earth.
I am an individual attempting to understand my role in the world.
I′m a leader, i′m a rebel with an unknown plan,
I possess qualities of both a guide and a rule-breaker, but my ultimate goals are uncertain.
I'm a believer trying to figure out who I am.
I have faith in myself and my journey, but still struggle with self-discovery.
Then I see you and I′ve got nothing to hide
When I'm with you, I'm comfortable being myself and don't feel the need to pretend.
You're the only one who knows what′s hurting inside
You are my confidant and understand my inner struggles.
Cause you love me more than any perfect disguise
Your love for me is genuine and not based on any superficial façade.
You never judge me and you never ask why
You accept me without hesitation or interrogation.
Am, who I am, I am a human, baby we're all human.
I am who I am, and ultimately I am just another flawed human on this journey.
I′m a believer trying to figure out who I am.
I still have a lot of personal exploration and discovery to do.
Contributed by Emma S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sheilarumoro2882
I get such peace when you sing. You have an old soul that flows like liquid gold. Never change my lady
@jenzadork5665
This song is part of my soul, thank you ☀️
@ChristineLinge
I have only recently discovered Alyssa's music & I absolutely LOVE it! Her voice is stunning!
@Jz2CoolDude
Brought a little tear to my eye from the first listen... just beautiful Alyssa! Thanks for the music xx
@danalynnejohnson6850
More proof: the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Love her voice.
@bradleysmith2866
what you mean?
@CaddieBlissMusic
Oh my god. You are so frickin talented. You play piano flawlessly and your voice is so beautiful. The lyrics are incredible and so relatable. You have a really great tone and you remind me of Reba Mcentire, Martina McBride and many more. I subbed, like you on facebook and I followed you on SoundCloud! :)
@shaney765
Saw Alysaa live at the maverick festival this week for the first time and what an singer songwriter she is.
Her songs really touched home and grasps you with true emotions.
Rebel was one that really drew me in and I can relate to it so well.
Thank you Alysaa for an amazing show.
She played along with a gentleman call Tim de graaw and together were amazing.
Check him out to.
Thanks again.
@acare84
What a heart touching song, keep listening and listening again. Thank you Alyssa and big love from Turkey!
@Hungry-dz-dz
I m from Algeria 🇩🇿 good song and voice 👌 thanks for best monuments