Stop!
Ben Lee Lyrics


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Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
You've got to make a serious decision

It could be me up there in stage lights
It could be me on the TV in your living room
It could be me jet setting with my band all across the world
Appearing live in concert one night only, tickets sold out

Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
You've got to make a serious decision

There I am giving candid disclosure to press in interview
There I go on my way through the crowd up to the podium
On behalf of our fans, we'd like to accept this award
Smile for the camera, boys, gold record in hand

Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
You've got to make a serious decision

All of our lives in waiting
All of our lives traded for their roses and applause
All of our lives dedicated to shoving it right back in their fucking face

Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
You've got to make a serious decision





Stop, take some time to think

Overall Meaning

Ben Lee's song, "Stop!", is a call to action for listeners to take a moment to reflect on what matters most to them. He repeats the phrase, "Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you," to emphasize the urgency of this message. The verses describe the potential fame and success that could come with being a musician, such as appearing on stage, TV, and traveling the world. However, even with these opportunities, Lee encourages listeners to pause and consider their priorities before making any big decisions.


Towards the end of the song, Lee expresses a sense of frustration with the music industry and the idea of sacrificing one's life for fame and recognition. He sings, "All of our lives in waiting / All of our lives traded for their roses and applause / All of our lives dedicated to shoving it right back in their fucking face." This implies that the pursuit of success and acceptance may not be worth compromising one's own values and personal goals.


Overall, "Stop!" serves as a reminder to listeners to consider what truly matters to them and to make choices that align with their values, rather than blindly chasing external recognition and validation.


Line by Line Meaning

Stop, take some time to think, figure out what's important to you
Pause and consider what truly matters to you


You've got to make a serious decision
A crucial choice must be made


It could be me up there in stage lights
I (the artist) could be the one in the spotlight


Appearing live in concert one night only, tickets sold out
The excitement and demand for the artist's performance


There I am giving candid disclosure to press in interview
The artist sharing intimate information with the media


On behalf of our fans, we'd like to accept this award
Accepting recognition on behalf of the artist's supporters


All of our lives in waiting
The anticipation and sacrifice that comes with pursuing fame


All of our lives traded for their roses and applause
The artist exchanging their time and energy for the approval and admiration of others


All of our lives dedicated to shoving it right back in their f***ing face
The drive to prove doubters and naysayers wrong and succeed despite their negativity




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