Own It
Black Eyed Peas Lyrics


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All my dreamers,
All my believers,
Tomorrow leaders.
If you been dreaming for all your life
This is your chance

Everybody is a star.
It don't matter who you are, no.
Keep on reaching for your dreams
'Cause it ain't crazy as it seems

We are calling all the dreamers
We are calling up believers
Looking for the big achievers
Keep on reaching for your dreams

Hey
Say
I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
I wanna own it, wanna own it
I wanna own it, that's the way I want it,
The way I own it, that's the way I want it
I wanna own it, that's the way I want it
I wanna own it

This is your chance, to own it
This is your chance, your moment
This is your chance, don't blow it
Go out and own it
O-own it

Anybody could be famous
It don't matter what your name is
It's your moment baby claim it
Go out and own it
Go out and own it

Will I make, it is what I wonder
I want the top and not the under
I wanna do it big like Oprah
I wanna own it
I wanna o-own own it

Hey
I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
I wanna own it, wanna own it
I wanna own that's the way I want it,
The way I own it, that's the way I want it
I wanna own that's the way I want it
I wanna own it

This is your chance to own it
This is your chance, your moment
This is your chance, don't blow it
Go out and own it
Go out and o-own it it

Uh huh
Uh huh
Uh huh
Uh huh
Uh huh

I'mma go out and own it
Go out and own it

'Cause I'm a dreamer
I'm a believer
A tomorrow leader




And I've been dreaming for all my life
And this is my chance

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Black Eyed Peas's song "Own It" are an uplifting call to action for dreamers, believers, and future leaders to seize their moment and achieve their dreams. The chorus emphasizes the importance of ownership and taking responsibility for one's destiny. The phrase "I wanna own it" is repeated multiple times as a motivation and affirmation for listeners to go out and claim their success.


The song begins with the proclamation that all dreamers and believers have the potential to be tomorrow's leaders. It encourages everyone to keep reaching for their dreams, no matter how unlikely they may seem. The pre-chorus repeats the message of calling all dreamers, believers, and achievers to continue pursuing their dreams. The chorus repeats the phrase "I wanna own it" as a mantra for taking control of one's life.


In the second verse, will.i.am acknowledges the fear and doubt that often accompany the pursuit of one's dreams. He wonders if he will make it and hopes to achieve big things like Oprah. The chorus reiterates the importance of taking ownership and seizing the moment, culminating in the final bridge where will.i.am affirms, "I'mma go out and own it" as a declaration of his determination to achieve his dreams.


Overall, "Own It" is a motivating and empowering song that encourages listeners to believe in themselves and take action towards achieving their goals.


Line by Line Meaning

All my dreamers,
This song is for everyone who dreams of achieving something significant


All my believers,
The song is dedicated to those who believe in themselves and their abilities


Tomorrow leaders.
Those who dream, believe, and work hard will be the leaders of the future, driving society forward


If you been dreaming for all your life
People who have had a lifelong passion for a specific goal or idea are being called upon and urged to take action


This is your chance
Now is the time to pursue your dreams and make them happen, don't waste this opportunity!


Everybody is a star.
Everyone has the potential to be great, regardless of their circumstances and background


It don't matter who you are, no.
It doesn't matter who you are, where you're from, or your past experiences, your dreams are valid and achievable


Keep on reaching for your dreams
Hold on to your aspirations and strive to achieve them no matter how difficult the journey may be


'Cause it ain't crazy as it seems
Even though your dreams may seem impossible to achieve, they are not beyond reach if you work hard enough


We are calling all the dreamers
The song is rallying people who have amazing and ambitious goals


We are calling up believers
The song is challenging believers to take action and demonstrate their faith in their abilities


Looking for the big achievers
The song is searching for people who aspire to achieve great things and make a significant impact


Say


I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
The singer is expressing their strong desire to achieve their goals and aspirations


I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
The singer reiterates their desire to make their dreams a reality


I wanna own it, wanna wanna own it
The singer emphasizes the importance of directly taking charge of and achieving their dreams


I wanna own it, wanna own it
The singer repeats their desire to achieve their goals and take control of their destiny


I wanna own it, that's the way I want it,
The singer stresses that the desire to achieve and take ownership of their aspirations is their personal decision


The way I own it, that's the way I want it
The singer emphasizes that the method of achieving their goals and the results they achieve are essential to them personally


I wanna own it, that's the way I want it
The singer reiterates their determination to take ownership of their dreams and achieve them


I wanna own it
The singer wants to be in control of their destiny and make their dreams a reality


This is your chance, to own it
Again, the song is reminding listeners that they now have the opportunity to make their dreams a reality


This is your chance, your moment
This is a moment of great significance for someone who has long aspired to achieve something significant


This is your chance, don't blow it
The song is reminding the audience that they should not squander this critical opportunity


Go out and own it
The singer is urging listeners to go out and achieve their dreams fearlessly


O-own it
The song encourages people to take control of their aspirations and not let anyone else hinder or prevent their success


Anybody could be famous
The song is highlighting that anybody can achieve their dreams and become successful, regardless of their background or social status


It don't matter what your name is
The song is emphasizing that someone's name or background is not important when it comes to achieving greatness


It's your moment baby claim it
The song is encouraging someone to recognize this critical opportunity and take ownership of their dreams without hesitation


Will I make, it is what I wonder
The singer is emphasizing that there is no guarantee that their dreams will come to fruition, and there is a level of apprehension in this pursuit


I want the top and not the under
The song is emphasizing that the singer is determined to be at the forefront of their area of interest and not hidden behind or overshadowed by others


I wanna do it big like Oprah
The song is using Oprah as an example of someone who has achieved incredible success, and the singer seeks to achieve similar greatness


I wanna own it
The consistent reinforcement of this phrase throughout the song highlights the extent of the singer's desire to take ownership of their dreams


I wanna o-own own it
'Own it' is a repetition of the phrase in the song. There is no new meaning to this phrase.


I'mma go out and own it
The song is expressing that the singer is set to take charge of their aspirations fearlessly


Uh huh


Uh huh


Uh huh


Uh huh


Uh huh


Go out and own it
The song is concluding with this statement, urging people to take control of their aspirations and make them a reality.




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Written by: WILL ADAMS

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