Purpose
Avenue Q - The Musical Lyrics

Purpose.
The concept of having a reason or goal for living.

It's that little flame
Purpose can start as a small spark.

That lights a fire
Purpose can ignite passion.

Under your ass.
Purpose can create motivation.

It keeps you going strong
Purpose can provide strength and resilience.

Like a car with a full
Purpose can fuel you like a full car tank.

Tank of gas.
Purpose can give you a boost and energy.

Everyone else has a purpose,
Everyone has their own purpose in life.

So what's mine?
The artist of the musical is trying to figure out what their purpose in life is.

Oh look.
The artist sees something that they perceive as a sign.

Here's a penny.
The sign is a penny from the year they were born.

It's from the year I was born.
The significance of the penny's year is unclear, but the artist believes it to be a sign of some kind.

It's a sign!
The singer is interpreting the penny as a sign from the universe.

Ha! Ba ba ba ba doo doo doo doo doo.
An exclamation of excitement and anticipation for the singer's future.

I don't know how I know,
The singer has an unexplainable feeling that they will discover their purpose.

But I'm gonna find my purpose.
The artist is determined to find their purpose in life.

I don't know where I'm gonna look,
The artist is unsure of where to start their search for purpose.

But I'm gonna find my purpose.
Despite the uncertainty, the singer is convinced they'll find their purpose.

Gotta find out.
The singer feels a sense of urgency to discover their purpose.

Don't wanna wait.
The artist doesn't want to waste any time.

Got to make sure that my life will be great.
The artist believes that finding their purpose will lead to a fulfilling and successful life.

Gotta find my purpose.
The artist reiterates their desire to find their purpose.

Before it's too late.
The singer feels a sense of urgency to find their purpose before it's too late to do so.

He's gonna find his purpose.
The ensemble provides encouragement for the artist to find their purpose.

Whoa ooh oh.
A musical interlude expressing excitement and anticipation for the singer's future.

I'm [He's] gonna find my [his] purpose.
The singer is reaffirming their determination to find their purpose.

Could be far.
The singer is open to the idea that their purpose may be very far away or difficult to find.

Could be near.
The artist is also open to the idea that their purpose may be very close, or something they're already aware of.

Could take a week
The artist acknowledges that finding their purpose may take a short amount of time.

A month
The singer acknowledges that finding their purpose may take an average amount of time.

A year
The singer acknowledges that finding their purpose may take a very long time.

At a job.
The artist considers the possibility of finding their purpose in their career.

Or smoking grass.
The artist considers the possibility of finding their purpose in recreational activities like smoking marijuana.

Ha!
The artist is amused by the idea of finding their purpose in a strange way.

Maybe at a pottery class.
The singer considers the possibility of finding their purpose in a creative pursuit.

Could it be?
The artist is considering all possibilities for where they may find their purpose.

Yes it could.
The singer affirms that there is a chance they will find their purpose.

Something's coming.
The singer feels that their purpose is on the horizon.

Something good.
The singer has a positive outlook regarding their search for purpose.

Your're gonna find your purpose.
The ensemble continues to provide encouragement for the artist.

Pur- pur- purpose
The artist is expressing their excitement about finding their purpose.

Yeah yeah.
An exclamation of triumph and confidence.

I gotta find me!
The singer believes that finding their purpose will help them truly find themself.