Step By Step
Atmosphere Lyrics


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I'm not lookin' for trouble
But it seems to keep following me
I get up and move on the double
Look at my face and what you see?
You might say that I'm a little crazy
But I'm just being me
You know that I ain't got no worries
This is my life and I'm finally free
And I'm taking it
Step by step, step by step
Step by step, step by step
You gotta take it, step by step
Step by step, step by step
Take my life by the hand and grab it
Gonna do what I wanna do
I ain't taking me no stuff from nothing
You'll be alone 'cause I'm being cool
You may say that I'm a little bossy
But I'm just being me
You know that I ain't got no worries
This is my life and I'm finally free
And I'm taking it
Step by step, step by step
Step by step, step by step
You gotta take it, step by step
Step by step, step by step
I'm not lookin' for trouble
But it seems to keep following me
I get up and move on the double
Look at my face and what you see?
You might say that I'm a little crazy
But I'm just being me
You know that I ain't got no worries
This is my life and I'm finally free
And I'm taking it
Step by step, step by step
Step by step, step by step
I'm gotta take it step by step
Step by step, step by step
And I'm taking it
Step by step, step by step
Step by step, step by step
You gotta take it step by step
Step by step, I'm gotta take it step by step
And I'm taking it
Step by step, step by step
Step by step, step by step




You gotta take it, step by step
Step by step, step by step

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Atmosphere's "Step by Step" talk about the struggles and hardships of life, but also about the courage to overcome them. At the same time, it also emphasizes on the freedom that one experiences once they start taking control of their life, one step at a time. The opening lines talk about the singer being someone who is not actively looking for trouble, but someone whom trouble seems to always find. The following lines reveal the singer's approach to dealing with trouble: they move on from it quickly, determined to make the most of life, no matter what their troubles may be.


The lyrics also highlight the singer's fierce independence and determination to live life on their own terms. They make it clear that they will not be bossed around or bullied into doing something they don't want. The singer's self-assurance and assertiveness may come across as bossy, but they see it as simply being true to themselves. The chorus emphasizes the importance of taking life step by step, making progress gradually, and not giving up in the face of adversity.


Overall, "Step by Step" is a song about personal growth, change and the freedom that comes with it. It encourages the listener to take control of their life and be true to themselves, even if it means going against what others expect of them.



Line by Line Meaning

I'm not lookin' for trouble
I am not seeking any issues or problems


But it seems to keep following me
However, they happen to come towards me on their own


I get up and move on the double
I make sure to act fast and leave the situation immediately


Look at my face and what you see?
Do you notice anything different about my appearance?


You might say that I'm a little crazy
You could classify me as eccentric or insane


But I'm just being me
However, I am just living my life according to my own values


You know that I ain't got no worries
You should be aware that I am stress-free


This is my life and I'm finally free
I am liberated, this is the life that I have chosen


And I'm taking it Step by step, step by step
I am moving forward slowly and steadily


You gotta take it, step by step
You should take things gradually, one step at a time


Take my life by the hand and grab it
Embrace my way of living and take part in it


Gonna do what I wanna do
I have decided to fulfill my desires and aspirations


I ain't taking me no stuff from nothin'
I refuse to be mistreated or manipulated by anyone or anything


You'll be alone 'cause I'm being cool
You will be isolated since I am staying composed


You may say that I'm a little bossy
You may describe me as controlling


Take my life by the hand and grab it
Embrace my way of living and take part in it


Step by step, step by step
Gradually and steadily


I'm not lookin' for trouble
I am not seeking any issues or problems


But it seems to keep following me
However, they happen to come towards me on their own


I get up and move on the double
I make sure to act fast and leave the situation immediately


Look at my face and what you see?
Do you notice anything different about my appearance?


You might say that I'm a little crazy
You could classify me as eccentric or insane


But I'm just being me
However, I am just living my life according to my own values


You know that I ain't got no worries
You should be aware that I am stress-free


This is my life and I'm finally free
I am liberated, this is the life that I have chosen


And I'm taking it Step by step, step by step
I am moving forward slowly and steadily


You gotta take it, step by step
You should take things gradually, one step at a time


I'm gonna take it, step by step
I have decided to proceed with patience and persistence


And I'm taking it
I am moving forward gradually and consistently


Step by step, step by step
Gradually and steadily


You gotta take it, step by step
You should take things gradually, one step at a time




Writer(s): David Strasser

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Comments from YouTube:

@robwiens2675

Slug is just awesome man. Seen Atmosphere live a couple times in my city, was always there early and lined up to get into the venue. Slug always came out before the doors opened and gave every single person in the line a hug or a handshake, thanked them for the support, and wished them well. Always remembered that.

@michel9749

He was shaking hands last Friday at the Melkweg Amsterdam. Great stuff

@sean78745

"killed the pain with jameson under a blue moon" had so much emotion it hit me

@CapnKorl

one day i hope to move people the way slug moved me.

@chrisheid5532

Karl Eulberg have you? I hope you have

@zepzeven226

You will
Reap what you sow

@dimavalentino1699

Just for that he's my favorite artist of all time.

@LG-rv8dx

This song perfectly describes my adult life😄👌 this is why I love atmosphere!

@mikelorla8941

I never quit looking up. I don't stop looking up

@JaredGH26

Mike Lorla beautiful buddy

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