Lavigne's third studio album, The Best Damn Thing (2007), reached number one in seven countries worldwide and saw the international success of its lead single "Girlfriend", which became her first single to reach the top of the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. Her next two studio albums, Goodbye Lullaby (2011) and Avril Lavigne (2013), saw continued commercial success and were both certified gold in Canada, the United States, and other territories. After releasing her sixth studio album, Head Above Water (2019), she returned to her punk roots with her seventh studio album, Love Sux (2022).
Alongside her music career, Lavigne voiced an animated character in the film Over the Hedge (2006) and made her screen acting debut in Fast Food Nation (2006). Her accolades include eight Grammy Awards nominations.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Avril_Lavigne
Studio albums
Let Go (2002)
Under My Skin (2004)
The Best Damn Thing (2007)
Goodbye Lullaby (2011)
Avril Lavigne (2013)
Head Above Water (2019)
Love Sux (2022)
Move Your Little Self On
Avril Lavigne Lyrics
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It won't be very much longer
One day soon he will find me
I know this because I believe
If I get to know myself better
I will be a little bit stronger
I won't forget everything you told me
The words you told me
Things happen for a reason, you'll become a stronger person
When life tears you up, then you'll understand
It's never easy, but you'll know when you get there
As it tears you down, it builds you up
Well, it built you up
Some girls fall, just like I did
They break our hearts, I should've broke his
Get yourself up, strut along further,
My advice, you can do better
Just say whatever
Things happen for a reason, you'll become a stronger person
When life tears you up, then you'll understand
It's never easy, but you'll know when you get there
As it tears you down, it builds you up
Well, it built you up
Well, you said you would love me forever
Well, blablablablablablabla
You should maybe watch what you're saying
Why, why, why
Things happen for a reason, you'll become a stronger person
When life tears you up, then you'll understand
It's never easy, but you'll know when you get there
As it tears you down, it builds you up
Well, it built you up
Things happen for a reason, you'll become a stronger person
When life tears you up, then you'll understand
It's never easy, but you'll know when you get there
As it tears you down, it builds you up
Well, it built you up
In "Move Your Little Self On," Avril Lavigne discusses the pain of heartbreak and the importance of growing and moving forward from it. She acknowledges that it can be difficult and even tear a person down, but ultimately it can build them up and make them stronger. The lyrics suggest that the experience of heartbreak can be transformative and lead to personal growth.
Lavigne also touches on the idea that time heals all wounds, saying that she believes her former lover will find her again, but only after she has had the opportunity to get to know herself better and become stronger. She recognizes the importance of self-awareness and self-improvement in moving on from a painful experience.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that things happen for a reason and that each difficult experience can ultimately lead to growth and strength. Lavigne encourages those who have been hurt to keep moving forward, acknowledging that it may not be easy, but it will ultimately lead to a better place.
Overall, "Move Your Little Self On" is a message of hope and self-improvement in the face of heartbreak. It acknowledges the pain of the experience but encourages listeners to keep moving forward in pursuit of personal growth and a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
I will move my little self on
I will continue with my life and move forward
It won't be very much longer
The pain and heartbreak won't last forever
One day soon he will find me
I will find someone who truly loves and appreciates me
I know this because I believe
I have faith that I will find love again
If I get to know myself better
By understanding myself more, I will become stronger
I will be a little bit stronger
I will become stronger and more resilient
I won't forget everything you told me
I will take your advice and wisdom with me as I move on
Yeah I miss, the way you'd hold me
I miss the physical affection and comfort you provided
The words you told me
I appreciate the advice and encouragement you gave me
Things happen for a reason, you'll become a stronger person
Everything happens for a purpose and can help you become a stronger person
When life tears you up, then you'll understand
Experiencing difficult times will help you learn and grow
It's never easy, but you'll know when you get there
Overcoming obstacles is challenging, but it's worth it in the end
As it tears you down, it builds you up
Going through tough times can help you become a better person
Well, it built you up
The challenges I faced helped me become a stronger and better person
Some girls fall, just like I did
Other women have gone through heartbreak and tough times like I have
They break our hearts, I should've broke his
Men can be hurtful and break women's hearts, but women can also be strong and end the relationship
Get yourself up, strut along further,
Get up and keep on moving forward confidently and proudly
My advice, you can do better
You deserve someone better who will treat you right
Just say whatever
Speak your mind and don't hold back your feelings
Well, you said you would love me forever
You made promises of eternal love, but it wasn't meant to be
Well, blablablablablablabla
Your words are meaningless and don't hold weight anymore
You should maybe watch what you're saying
Think before you speak to avoid hurting others in the future
Why, why, why
Asking why things happen or why people act a certain way is often futile
Contributed by Alexandra W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Emmeline Dycangchon-Garma
It's 2019 and I'm happy I had a chance to listen to this song:
" Things happen for a reason
You'll become a stronger person
When life tears you up
Then you'll understand
It's never easy
But you'll know when you get there
As it tears you down
It builds you up
Well, it built you up"
Solluan Marçal
This song touch me like a lesson for life, not for relationship. Like for that moments when the life kick your face repeatedly.
The2013Eyeball
things happen for a reason, you'll become a stronger person! Avril phrases all of the feelings of life so perfectly!
Aaliyah A
Discovering all Avril's B sides in 2020! This is my fave 🖤
Љубица Баровић
This song is so motivation in so many way😍💟
eline55
omg the lyrics of this song means so much!!<3 Avril for ever and longer!! <3
Emmeline Dycangchon-Garma
It's 2019 and I'm happy I had a chance to listen to this song:
" Things happen for a reason
You'll become a stronger person
When life tears you up
Then you'll understand
It's never easy
But you'll know when you get there
As it tears you down
It builds you up
Well, it built you up"
strawberry6278
that makes me feel like it's a happy time and like it's like in the past, where all was good .. avril....thank you for being here and making this awesome music..<33
kate
I love Avril and i love listening to her music when im feeling down and sad it just makes me feel something i dont feel with anything else
Rezwana Wahab
This song speaks to me in so many ways.
Sarana
I love this song,especially the lyrics,they are so great and have so much meaning in it,just great^^ Avril just rocks!!