This Is Me
Andrew De Leon Lyrics


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So here you are, await my tears.
From your words you wished me more fears.
My skin has grown an inner shield
Of which your judgement cannot pierce.
I can't keep on changing who I am just to please you.
This is me and I am staying true.
I don't care what you say i'll do what I believe
I know what you want from me.
This is me everyday i'm living wild and free
I know what you want from me.
Give up on painting my portrait for me.
You've got the wrong palette obviously.




My missing puzzle piece isn't your hate.
Going to rock this this is my fate.

Overall Meaning

In Andrew De Leon's song "This Is Me," the singer addresses someone who has hurt him with their hurtful words. The person in question has wished him more fears, causing him pain. However, Andrew has grown an inner shield that prevents others from piercing him with their judgments. He refuses to change who he is to please anyone, and he'll stay true to who he is, no matter what others say. He knows what the person wants from him, but he won't give in. He's living wild and free every day, fully being himself.


Andrew's lyrics are powerful and speak to the experience of many people who struggle to be themselves in a world that often expects conformity. By singing that he won't change, Andrew is empowering others to also stay true to themselves, to be proud of who they are, and to live life on their own terms. He's telling his listeners to trust themselves and to embrace their individuality, regardless of what others say. Andrew's message is one of self-acceptance and self-love, of being brave and standing up for oneself.


Overall, "This Is Me" is a song about strength, resilience, and staying true to oneself. The lyrics are a powerful message to anyone who feels like they're not accepted or understood, and Andrew's vocals amplify the song's message even further. The song is an anthem for anyone who wants to live wild and free, trusting themselves, and being themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

So here you are, await my tears.
You are here expecting me to be upset and cry.


From your words you wished me more fears.
You intended to make me more scared with what you said.


My skin has grown an inner shield
I have developed a thick skin that protects me from your criticisms.


Of which your judgement cannot pierce.
Your opinions and criticisms cannot hurt me anymore.


I can't keep on changing who I am just to please you.
I cannot continue to alter myself just to gain your approval.


This is me and I am staying true.
I am being myself and staying authentic to who I am.


I don't care what you say i'll do what I believe
I am going to follow my own beliefs and not be influenced by your words.


I know what you want from me.
I am aware of your expectations from me.


This is me everyday i'm living wild and free
I am living my life uninhibited and without any boundaries.


Give up on painting my portrait for me.
Stop trying to create an image of me that you want me to be.


You've got the wrong palette obviously.
You are not using the right colors or approach to understand me.


My missing puzzle piece isn't your hate.
Your hatred towards me is not what is missing to complete me.


Going to rock this this is my fate.
I am going to succeed and be proud of myself as this is what I am meant to do.




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Comments from YouTube:

Marvin Rock

It's beyond rare to have such talent.  Singer, Songwriter, artist, and visionaire.  Never stop being you and keep creating your art.  I just discovered you tonight on Youtube and I'm loving all your songs and styles.  I'll be buying your CD as soon as I can afford it.

Aurora Yelena

I am one of your fans, subscribed, so I expect more and more from you. Don't you ever stop creating, please <3 I like this one, very much. Bravo! Do it for yourself <3

Tayler ßwìft

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Lawrence Wilson

NEVER stop experimenting and creating YOU. Wickedly amazing TALENT!!!

Maryellen Folwell

Recently. Heard Andrew and since I can't stop listening to him Beauty pours out of him

Karen Thompson

the album black lights is amazing. Not my usual taste in music, but WOWWWW!
The insight and understanding Andrew has defies his young age. I am also an oldie, but Andrew is a tonic. Gorgeous and talented. More please and more photos

Gail Jones

I'm fifty six. I've got a sixteen year old girl that's goth and I love it! I love Andrew he makes me dance like a young girl. Beautiful voice!

Izzy Six

I like his opera stuff better:) This is good too though

The Dissociative Type

Andrew! Oh my goodness, this is amazing! Never stop! <3

Claus GN

Your a MEGA Talent, Keep up the good work and remember to do what your heart tells you. But dont forget the opera, there's few people on earth with a talent like yours.

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