Listen
Beyoncé & Alexandra Burke Lyrics
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A melody I start but can't complete
Listen to the sound from deep within
It's only beginning to find release
Oh, the time has come for my dreams to be heard
They will not be pushed aside and turned
Into your own all 'cause you won't
Listen, I am alone at a crossroads
I'm not at home in my own home
And I've tried and tried to say what's on mind
You should have known
Oh, now I'm done believing you
You don't know what I'm feeling
I'm more than what you made of me
I followed the voice you gave to me
But now I've gotta find my own
You should have listened, there is someone here inside
Someone I thought had died so long ago
Oh, I'm screaming out and my dreams'll be heard
They will not be pushed aside or worked
Into your own all 'cause you won't
Listen
Listen, I am alone at a crossroads
I'm not at home in my own home
And I've tried and tried to say what's on mind
You should have known
Oh, now I'm done believing you
You don't know what I'm feeling
I'm more than what you made of me
I followed the voice you gave to me
But now I've gotta find my own
I don't know where I belong
But I'll be moving on
If you don't, if you won't
Listen to the song here in my heart
A melody I start but I will complete
Oh, now I'm done believing you
You don't know what I'm feeling
I'm more than what you made of me
I followed the voice you think you gave to me
But now I've gotta find my own, my own...
The lyrics of Beyoncé and Alexandra Burke's song "Listen" depict the struggles of an individual who feels like their voice is being ignored by the people around them. The singer talks about a song that they have been trying to complete, but cannot do so because they feel like nobody is listening to them. The song is a symbol for the singer's innermost thoughts and feelings that they have been unable to express due to the indifference of those around them.
The chorus of the song lays out the theme of the entire piece - the singer's desire to be heard and acknowledged for who they are as an individual. They feel like their dreams and aspirations are being "pushed aside" by others who are not willing to listen to them. The singer emphasizes this point by mentioning that they are "not at home in [their] own home" and by proclaiming that they will "be moving on" if their voice continues to go unheard.
The song also explores the theme of self-discovery and the search for identity. The singer laments the fact that they have followed the voice of someone else for too long and that they now need to "find their own" voice. They are frustrated that they have not been able to express themselves fully and that they need to break free from the constraints that have been placed on them.
Overall, "Listen" is a powerful song that speaks to anyone who has felt marginalized or ignored by the people around them. It encourages listeners to find their own voices, pursue their dreams, and move forward in life, even if others are not willing to listen.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen to the song here in my heart
Pay attention to the message within me
A melody I start but can't complete
I've started to express myself, but still have more to share
Listen to the sound from deep within
Hear the voice within me that needs to be heard
It's only beginning to find release
I'm just starting to let my true self be heard
Oh, the time has come for my dreams to be heard
It's finally time for me to pursue my own desires and aspirations
They will not be pushed aside and turned
I won't let anyone else dictate or dismiss my dreams
Into your own all 'cause you won't
You won't listen to what I have to say and try to make me conform to your desires
Listen, I am alone at a crossroads
I'm at a pivotal moment and need support, but feel isolated
I'm not at home in my own home
I don't feel like I belong in my current environment or situation
And I've tried and tried to say what's on my mind
I've attempted to speak my truth and express my feelings, but haven't been heard
You should have known
It's frustrating that you haven't recognized or acknowledged this before
Oh, now I'm done believing you
I no longer have faith in your support or understanding
You don't know what I'm feeling
You haven't taken the time to truly understand my emotions
I'm more than what you made of me
I have my own identity and I won't be defined or limited by your expectations
I followed the voice you gave to me
I used to trust your guidance and direction
But now I've gotta find my own
I need to start making my own choices and forging my own path
You should have listened, there is someone here inside
You should have recognized and valued my unique perspective earlier
Someone I thought had died so long ago
I used to feel like I lost an important part of myself, but it's still there
Oh, I'm screaming out and my dreams'll be heard
I'm making my voice heard and my aspirations will not be ignored
They will not be pushed aside or worked
I refuse to let anyone hold me back or discourage me from achieving my dreams
But now I've gotta find my own
It's time for me to discover and pursue my own passions
I don't know where I belong
I'm unsure of my place or purpose in life
But I'll be moving on
Despite the uncertainty, I'll keep striving and growing
If you don't, if you won't
If you won't listen or support me in this journey
I will create my own destiny
I will take charge of my life and seek my own fulfillment
A melody I start but I will complete
I've started to express myself, and I won't stop until I've shared everything I need to
But now I've gotta find my own, my own...
It's time to create my own path and determine my own destiny
Contributed by Arianna Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Favizzy
I like how Beyoncé looks really calm yet she's producing such high vocals. That's class right there.
Beth Sp
Favizzy She killed it live. What a voice.
Adien Romarirez
You do your very best vocally the more relaxed you are.
Kristal King
Class and extreme talent!!!
KatuSatya
Effortless
Montego Cahill
The single most powerful performance in X Factor history!
T
I agree but Nicole Scherzinger and Sam Bailey singing And I'm Telling You was pretty breath taking
Ismael
+Tilly Sprague I agree these two performances between these four people are the best
Joanne Smith
+Montego Cahill The duet with Leona and Take That has got to be the most emotional and romantic
Jon Collins
Montego Cahill was