Ben’s Brother’s silver-selling debut album ‘Beta Male Fairytales’ saw Jamie… Read Full Bio ↴Ben’s Brother’s silver-selling debut album ‘Beta Male Fairytales’ saw Jamie Hartman playing to massive European festival audiences, scoring top ten hits in countries as far apart as Brazil and Italy, and scooping a prestigious Ivor Novello nomination for ‘best song musically and lyrically’ (‘best song’ to you and me). Throw in a massive US TV ad, a song featured on Grey’s Anatomy, the SXSW music festival and a whole raft of sold out gigs, and you have a pretty busy year.

That was back in 2007, and a lot has changed since then. Economies collapsed, house prices plummeted, jobs were lost and for some, record companies came and went. Second time around, Jamie’s new album ‘Battling Giants’ will be released on his own label, Flat Cap Records, in May 2009.

“I didn’t know it when I wrote it, but Battling Giants became the most relevant song on the new record. It now reflects where I am, making my own record the way I always wanted to – with amazing people I admire – and putting it out on my own label. I’m going my own way. Like a lot of people in the world, I’m facing a 2009 which poses as many questions as answers – with so much change in the music business and the world in general. But I’m also strangely happy and excited about it – and what’s more I just know I’m doing the right thing.” He muses, “We’re all battling giants now, and I can’t wait to get stuck in.”

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I Am Who I Am
Ben's Brother Lyrics

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No I don't mind if you think I should grow my hair
And no I don't mind if you pick out the clothes I wear
But know I can keep my head when all around me are losing theirs
Because

I am who I am, and you can't change me
I've done what I can, now I'll stand my ground
You're tying my hands if you re-arrange me

It all falls down,
It all falls down

Why when you dream do you see me as something I'm not?
Why don't you wake up and see all the good things you've got?
A heart isn't made out of clay
Not something you shape with your hands
Understand

I am who I am, and you can't change me
I've done what I can, now I'll stand my ground
You're tying my hands if you re-arrange me
It all falls down,
It all falls down

Is the reason you ask me to change so that you'll stay the same?
Well I'm sorry if I keep disappointing you again and again
But

I am who I am, and you can't change me
I've done what I can, now I'll stand my ground
You're tying my hands if you re-arrange me
It all falls down,
It all falls down
It all falls down
It all falls down

It all falls down
I am who I am

Overall Meaning

The song "I Am Who I Am" by Ben's Brother is about the pressure to conform to the expectations of others and the importance of staying true to oneself. The first verse addresses the common situation of someone giving unwanted advice and trying to change aspects of the singer's appearance or personality. The singer acknowledges that these suggestions don't bother them, but that they won't be swayed by them either. The chorus then reinforces the message that the singer knows who they are and won't let themselves be changed, no matter the pressure.

The second verse takes a more personal turn, addressing a situation in which someone close to the singer wants them to change into someone they're not. The singer questions why this person can't see the value in the way things are, and emphasizes that trying to change someone's true nature is like trying to mold a heart out of clay. The chorus repeats the message that the singer is who they are and won't be changed.

Finally, the bridge turns to the person making the demands, questioning their motives and apologizing for the repeated disappointments. The chorus is repeated a final time to bring the song to a powerful conclusion.

Overall, "I Am Who I Am" is a powerful message about the importance of individuality and self-acceptance, and the dangers of trying to change others.

Line by Line Meaning

No I don't mind if you think I should grow my hair
I don't care about your opinion on my appearance

And no I don't mind if you pick out the clothes I wear
You can't control what I wear and I don't care if you have an opinion on it

But know I can keep my head when all around me are losing theirs
I'm confident in myself and can remain calm in chaotic situations

Because
This is why I can be who I am

I am who I am, and you can't change me
I will always be true to myself and won't let anyone change me

I've done what I can, now I'll stand my ground
I've done what I can to be who I am, and I will continue to stand up for myself

You're tying my hands if you re-arrange me
If you try to change me, you're limiting my potential

It all falls down,
Everything will fail

Why when you dream do you see me as something I'm not?
Why can't you accept me for who I am?

Why don't you wake up and see all the good things you've got?
Why can't you appreciate what you have instead of trying to change me?

A heart isn't made out of clay
My personality is not something you can mold or shape to your liking

Not something you shape with your hands
You can't control who I am or who I will become

Understand
Try to comprehend my perspective

Is the reason you ask me to change so that you'll stay the same?
Are you trying to change me so that you can feel more comfortable?

Well I'm sorry if I keep disappointing you again and again
I'm sorry if I can't live up to your expectations, but I won't change who I am

But
Despite this, I will always be myself

It all falls down,
If you keep trying to change me, everything will fail

It all falls down
This will ultimately lead to failure

It all falls down
This is the consequence of trying to change me

It all falls down
Everything will crumble if you continue to try to control me

It all falls down
This will result in destruction

I am who I am
I will always be true to myself

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHNNY MAC POWELL, SAMUEL TAI ANDERSON, BRADLEY B. C. AVERY, DAVID CARR, MARK D. LEE

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