All I Got 2
Amel Larrieux Lyrics


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Got these feet
In these shoes
They walked a mile or two,
Got these legs
They've done work
That's left them black and blue,
Got these hips
They are wide
But they know how to move,
Got these hands
To lift the weak
Or slap down a racist fool

This is all I
This is all I got

Got this place
I call my home
But it's no Taj Mahal,
Got these pockets
They ain't full grown
But I won't steal from no one,
Got this heart
Well it's been broke
But it's still beating strong,
Got this song
It ain't much
But it helps me carry on

This is all I
This is all I got

Got a will
That lifts me up
When my body can't
Got a way
Of getting' through
With no helping hands
Got a mind
That lends me strength
So I ain't afraid to stand
Got a love




So deep in me
Can't be stopped by any man

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Amel Larrieux's song 4 are an ode to the singer's resilience, strength, and perseverance in the face of hardship. Each stanza focuses on a different aspect of her being, from her physical body (feet, legs, hips, and hands) to her material possessions (a modest home and nearly empty pockets), to her inner qualities (a determined will, an unbreakable spirit, and boundless love). In each case, she acknowledges both the limitations and the potential of that aspect of herself, affirming that whatever she has is enough to carry her through life's challenges.


The first stanza uses imagery of the body to convey the wear and tear that life can inflict, but also the capability and resilience that can come from enduring tough times. The contrast between the broad hips that "know how to move" and the hands that can either lift up or knock down serves as a metaphor for the duality of power and responsibility that comes with strength.


In the second stanza, Larrieux expresses gratitude for what she has, even if it's not much by worldly standards. Her home may not be luxurious, her pockets may be empty, and her heart may have been broken, but she still finds value in her circumstances. The song itself serves as a token of hope and inspiration, something she can hold onto when things get tough.


The final stanza ties together all the different facets of Larrieux's being - body, mind, heart, and spirit - and affirms that she has what it takes to overcome any obstacle. Her willpower, resourcefulness, mental fortitude, and capacity for love all work in concert to make her resilient and unstoppable.


Overall, 4 is a song of empowerment that celebrates the strength and beauty of human resilience in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Got these feet
I have walked many miles in these shoes


In these shoes
These shoes have carried me through thick and thin


They walked a mile or two
I have overcome many difficult challenges in life


Got these legs
My legs have worked tirelessly to get me where I am today


They've done work
I have worked hard throughout my life


That's left them black and blue
My hard work has taken a toll on me, mentally and physically


Got these hips
I am proud of my body, including my wide hips


They are wide
My body shape is not something to be ashamed of


But they know how to move
I know how to dance and express myself


Got these hands
These hands have the power to help others or fight for what's right


To lift the weak
I am always willing to help those who need it


Or slap down a racist fool
I will not tolerate racism and will stand up against it


This is all I
All I have is


This is all I got
But I am content with what I have


Got this place
I have a humble home


I call my home
A place where I feel safe and comfortable


But it's no Taj Mahal
It may not be extravagant, but it's a roof over my head


Got these pockets
I may not have a lot of money


They ain't full grown
But I won't resort to stealing


But I won't steal from no one
I am honest and have integrity


Got this heart
I have a big heart


Well it's been broke
But I have been hurt before


But it's still beating strong
Yet, I still find the strength to keep going


Got this song
I have my music


It ain't much
It's not a lot, but it's something


But it helps me carry on
It gives me the motivation to keep pushing forward


Got a will
I have a strong willpower


That lifts me up
It helps me overcome obstacles when my body can't


When my body can't
When I feel physically or mentally drained


Got a way
I have a method


Of getting' through
To get through tough times


With no helping hands
Even if I have to do it alone


Got a mind
My mind is strong


That lends me strength
It gives me the power to stand up for myself


So I ain't afraid to stand
I am not afraid to speak up when necessary


Got a love
I have a deep love inside of me


So deep in me
It is an integral part of who I am


Can't be stopped by any man
No one can take away the love I have inside of me




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AMEL LARRIEUX, GUESLEY LARRIEUX

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