Pride
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Last year flew by goodbye to the good vibes
What we thought were the best times
Nights out with the people I love
Now I'm lost in the neighborhood
That raised me, praised me, made me who I am
But my father was twice the man
And now that pain's resurfacing
Brooklyn don't feel the same
Maybe I'm the one who's changed or the one to blame
Another drink down the drain
Ten more before I get on that plane
I swear I knew just what to say
It's all there on the tip of my tongue
But I don't feel good enough for anyone
But I won't fold
I know 'cause I-I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
I ain't never letting go, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever gonna sell my soul
I-I-I-I got this feeling
I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
Pushed out of the family tree
Upside down, but it was a good life
I fell hard for the wine in France
I didn't call you back 'cause I was learning to dance
And just who I'd become
It's all there on the tip of my tongue
Wish I was good enough for anyone
No, I won't fold
I know 'cause I-I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
I ain't never letting go, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever gonna sell my soul
I-I-I-I got this feeling
I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
Take or leave who I am
'Cause this is me
Like a fish out of water
Do I belong here?
But I'm never gonna lose, I'm never giving up my pride
I'm lost in the ocean
Like a note in a bottle
But I'm never gonna lose, I'm never giving up my pride
This is me, who I am
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
I ain't never letting go, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever gonna sell my soul
I-I-I-I got this feeling
I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
Take or leave who I am
'Cause this is me
The lyrics to American Authors' song "Pride" express a feeling of displacement and frustration with change. The singer appears to be struggling to find their place in a world that no longer feels familiar. They reference the people and places they love, such as their neighborhood and family, but there is a sense of disconnect and yearning for a time when things were simpler. The mention of alcohol and feeling inadequate for others suggests a possible struggle with addiction and self-esteem. Yet, despite these struggles, the singer remains determined to hold onto their pride and sense of self-worth.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of identity and self-discovery. The singer reflects on their past, including the good times and their experiences abroad, and tries to make sense of how they fit into their current surroundings. Although they're uncertain if they belong, they make it clear that they're not willing to give up their pride and sense of self. The repeated line, "This is me, who I am," suggests an acceptance of oneself despite the challenges of change and the external pressures of society.
Overall, "Pride" is a powerful and relatable song that speaks to the struggles of finding one's place in the world and the importance of holding onto one's sense of self-worth and pride.
Line by Line Meaning
My home don't feel the same
I feel like an outsider in the place that I grew up in.
Last year flew by, goodbye to the good vibes
The good times have come to an end and time has flown by.
What we thought were the best times
We thought times were at their best.
Nights out with the people I love
The times spent outside with the people I love.
Now I'm lost in the neighborhood
I feel lost in the place where I grew up.
That raised me, praised me, made me who I am
The place where I grew up has shaped me into the person I am today.
But my father was twice the man
My father was a better and stronger person than I am.
And now that pain's resurfacing
I'm feeling the pain of losing my father again.
Brooklyn don't feel the same
Brooklyn, once familiar, seems foreign now.
Maybe I'm the one who's changed or the one to blame
Perhaps I'm the one who has changed or who is at fault.
Another drink down the drain
I'm wasting another drink.
Ten more before I get on that plane
I'm planning to drink ten more before my flight.
I swear I knew just what to say
I thought I knew what to say in this situation.
It's all there on the tip of my tongue
The words are almost falling out of my mouth.
But I don't feel good enough for anyone
I feel like I'm unworthy of anyone's affection or attention.
But I won’t fold
I won't give up or give in to the situation.
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
I vow to never give up my pride no matter what.
I ain't never letting go, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever gonna sell my soul
I will never let go of my integrity, nor will I sell out.
Pushed out of the family tree
I've been removed from my family tree.
Upside down, but it was a good life
Although my life has been turned upside down, it has been a good life.
I fell hard for the wine in France
I became enamored with the wine while in France.
I didn't call you back 'cause I was learning to dance
I didn't call you back because I was too busy learning how to dance.
This is who I'd become
This is who I have turned into.
No, I won't unfold
I won't unravel, I won't give in.
Take or leave who I am
Accept me for who I am or not at all.
'Cause this is me
I am who I am and I won't change for anyone.
Like a fish out of water
I feel out of place, like a fish out of water.
Do I belong here?
I'm questioning if I belong here.
But I'm never gonna lose, I'm never giving up my pride
I will never give up my pride or lose myself in this situation.
I'm lost in the ocean
I feel lost in this vast sea.
Like a note in a bottle
I feel like a letter in a bottle, drifting aimlessly.
This is me, who I am
This is the person I am, take it or leave it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AARON ACCETTA, ZACHARY BARNETT, MICHAEL GOODMAN, DAVID RUBLIN, MATTHEW SANCHEZ, JAMES SHELLEY
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