It's My Life
Amy Diamond Lyrics


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I’m not the girl I used to be
Opened my eyes and I began to see
This is my game, I’m in control
Proud of my name, I can’t defend my soul

Better start reading my lips
When I’m telling you
Come on now!

It’s my life and I do what I feel right
Tell the boys that it’s my life
When I walk the night, woah
It’s my life, my decision
I want you with provision
It’s my life when you hold me tight

Look in my eyes, what do you see
Love can be right if you agree with me
Don’t be afraid, don’t let this stop
Look at this girl who’s got her mind made up

Better start reading my lips
When I’m telling you

It’s my life and I do what I feel right
Tell the boys that it’s my life
When I walk the night, woah
It’s my life, my decision
I want you with provision
It’s my life when you hold me tight, woah

It’s my life, it’s my life, woah
It’s my life, it’s my life, woah yeah
It’s my life, it’s my life, woah

It’s my life and I do what I feel right
Tell the boys that it’s my life
When I walk the night

It’s my life and I do what I feel right
Tell the boys that it’s my life
When I walk the night, woah
It’s my life, my decision
I want you with provision
It’s my life when you hold me tight





It’s my life, it’s my life!

Overall Meaning

The song "It's My Life" by Amy Diamond is an anthem for self-empowerment and individualism. The opening lines, "I'm not the girl I used to be, opened my eyes and I began to see," suggest that the singer has had a revelation and is choosing to take control of her life. She declares that it is her game and she is in control of it. She is proud of her name and does not need to defend her soul to anyone. She makes it clear that she will do what she feels is right and that her life is her own.


The chorus of the song reinforces this message. Diamond asserts that it is her life and she will do what she wants. She encourages the boys to understand that it is her decision and that she wants them with provision. She also states that holding her tight is a part of her life when she wishes it to be so. The bridge of the song is a plea to those around her to look into her eyes and see that love can be right if they agree with her. She insists that they not be afraid and not let anything stop them. She challenges them to look at the girl who has made up her mind and taken control of her life.


Line by Line Meaning

I’m not the girl I used to be
I have changed and grown from my past self


Opened my eyes and I began to see
I have gained perspective and awareness of my surroundings


This is my game, I’m in control
I am in charge of my own life and decisions


Proud of my name, I can’t defend my soul
I am proud of who I am and don't need to justify myself to anyone


Better start reading my lips When I’m telling you
Pay close attention to what I am saying


It’s my life and I do what I feel right
I make decisions based on what feels right for me


Tell the boys that it’s my life
I assert my independence and power to others


When I walk the night, woah
I am confident and independent, even at night


It’s my life, my decision
I am responsible for the choices I make


I want you with provision
I may want you in my life, but only if it works for me


It’s my life when you hold me tight, woah
Even in a close relationship, I maintain my autonomy and independence


Look in my eyes, what do you see
I am confident and sure of myself


Love can be right if you agree with me
My perspective on love and relationships is valid and worth considering


Don’t be afraid, don’t let this stop
There is no reason to fear my independence and self-assurance


Look at this girl who’s got her mind made up
I am a strong and decisive woman


It’s my life, it’s my life, woah
My life belongs to me and no one else


It’s my life and I do what I feel right
I prioritize my own feelings and desires


It’s my life, my decision
I am confident in my ability to make choices


It’s my life when you hold me tight
Even in a romantic relationship, I maintain my independence and control




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bingotheraccoon

I have to admit... She really has a nice, bright sound. She should be a star all across the USA. Kind of reminds me of the 80's pop girls.

nicko02000

Amy Diamond fan here from Canada! I wish she got far in this competition. I hope she tries again next year! I really would like to see her compete in Eurovision and also Sanna Nielsen.

Imogen Warrener

she is a really good artist! this girl will go far!

Alvaro Eduardo

OMG I had never heard a song of her and she's so talent...!!

bb4aa

That is a great performance of wonderful Amy singing a nice pop song!

JEFFREY KERKHOVE

I feel old now.... Still such a great track!

Victor Peterson

Swede here. I remember when I was a kid and listened to her all the time. I loved her so much that a friend of my dad (who knew her, I think) actually got me a signed poster. And I have it on my wall to this day.

ASHLEY BREATHE

she is an amazing pop singer.

Ida & Anton

I was there on Melodifestivalen, she was awsome! And much better then on television.

Hanna Olofsson

Jag kommer ihåg hur cool jag tyckte hon var!

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