In Command
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Tina Arena

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In Command

Listen to me now

want to be's

That's all they are and all they'll ever be

Not like me

I know the rules and how it's gonna be

Imagining

The dream that is the heart of everything

Then you do

What must be done to make it true

But when at last I finally touch the stars

I'll still be who I am yeah

Cause I know where I come from

And who's in command

When I fall

I'll read the writing screaming off the wall

Learn it all

But I'll be careful with who I call

Cause philosophy won't save you when you're public property

Yeah

Psychology oh baby

Is all you offer me yeah

But when at last I finally touch the stars

I'll still be who I am yeah

Cause I know where I come from

And who's in command

Oh I'm telling you

But when at last I finally touch the stars

I'll still be who I am

Cause I know where I come from

And who's in command

I'd give it all yeah

I'd give it all in a day

Cause I'm telling you

And when I finally walk among the stars

I'll still be who I am

Cause I know where I come from

And who's in command

Yes I am

Ooh

Cause I know where I come from

And who's in command oh yeah

Oh yeah

Cause I know where I come from

I'm in command

I'm in command

Yes I'm in command

Oh yeah yeah

Overall Meaning

The song "In Command" by Tina Arena presents the singer's strong sense of individuality and control over her own life. The first verse speaks to those who only dream of being successful and how they will never achieve it, unlike the singer who knows the rules and what it takes to make her dreams come true. The chorus talks about touching the stars and still remaining true to herself and her origins because she knows who is in charge of her life. She declares that she will be careful with whom she calls, because philosophical and psychological advice will not protect her from being used and mistreated once she becomes popular.

The song's message is one of self-empowerment, resilience, and true grit. Arena's words seem to be directed at anyone who wishes to achieve success on their own terms: by following one's heart and personal passions rather than what society dictates. One can interpret the song as an anthem for staying true to oneself and not letting others' opinions cloud one's judgment or stop one from achieving their goals.

Line by Line Meaning

Listen to me now
I have something important to say and I want you to hear me out

Want to be's
People who aspire to be like me, but they are not me

That's all they are and all they'll ever be
They will never be like me or have what I have

Not like me
They are not on my level and cannot do what I can do

I know the rules and how it's gonna be
I am knowledgeable and experienced in my field, and I know what it takes to succeed

Imagining
Visualizing and dreaming about achieving my goals

The dream that is the heart of everything
My aspirations are at the center and driving force of my life

Then you do
I take action to make my dreams a reality

What must be done to make it true
I am willing to do whatever it takes to achieve my goals

But when at last I finally touch the stars
When I finally achieve my ultimate goal

I'll still be who I am yeah
I will not let my success change who I am

Cause I know where I come from
I am grounded and remember my roots and upbringing, which helped shape who I am

And who's in command
I have control over my life and destiny and am responsible for my own success

When I fall
If I make a mistake or experience a setback

I'll read the writing screaming off the wall
I will learn from my mistakes and take responsibility for my actions

Learn it all
I am constantly learning and growing, even from my failures

But I'll be careful with who I call
I am cautious about who I trust and seek advice from

Cause philosophy won't save you when you're public property
People may try to use my fame or success for their own gain, but I am not easily influenced

Psychology oh baby
People may try to manipulate or influence me using psychology, but I am strong and independent

Is all you offer me yeah
Others may offer me advice or help, but I am confident in my own abilities and decisions

Ooh
I am feeling confident and empowered

I'd give it all yeah
I am willing to do whatever it takes to achieve my dreams, even if it means sacrificing everything else

I'm in command
I have control over my life and destiny, and I am confident in my own abilities

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVID TYSON, DAVID MICHAEL TYSON, FILIPPINA LYDIA ARENA, HEATHER FIELD, HEATHER MARGARET FIELD, TINA ARENA

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