Roar
Bop-a-Matic Kid Lyrics
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Scared to rock the boat and make a mess
So I sat quietly, agreed politely
I guess that I forgot I had a choice
I let you push me past the breaking point
I stood for nothing, so I fell for everything
You held me down, but I got up (hey)
You hear my voice, you hear that sound
Like thunder gonna shake the ground
You held me down, but I got up (hey)
Get ready 'cause I've had enough
I see it all, I see it now
I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, dancing through the fire
'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Louder, louder than a lion
'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar
Now I'm floating like a butterfly
Stinging like a bee I earned my stripes
I went from zero, to my own hero
You held me down, but I got up (hey)
Already brushing off the dust
You hear my voice, you hear that sound
Like thunder gonna shake the ground
You held me down, but I got up (hey)
Get ready 'cause I've had enough
I see it all, I see it now
I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, dancing through the fire
'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Louder, louder than a lion
'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar
Ro-oar, ro-oar, ro-oar, ro-oar, ro-oar
I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, dancing through the fire
'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Louder, louder than a lion
'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar
The song "Roar" by Bop-a-Matic Kid is a powerful anthem about self-empowerment and finding the strength and courage to stand up for oneself. The lyrics describe a person who used to be quiet and passive, afraid to speak up or assert themselves for fear of making waves or causing conflict. But then, the person realizes that they have the power to choose their own path and make their own decisions, and they refuse to be held down or silenced any longer. Even though they may stumble and fall, they are determined to keep going and prove themselves as a fighter, a champion who is strong enough to overcome any obstacle.
Throughout the song, there are several references to animals, such as tigers, butterflies, and lions, which symbolize strength, resilience, and beauty. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "You're gonna hear me roar" several times, is a call to action, a declaration that the person will no longer be silenced or ignored. The bridge, which declares "I went from zero to my own hero," encapsulates the message of the song perfectly - that every person has the potential to be their own hero, to rise up and overcome their challenges and fears, and to make their own mark on the world.
Overall, "Roar" is an uplifting and inspiring song that encourages listeners to embrace their inner strength and power, and to believe in themselves and their abilities. It is a reminder that even in the face of adversity, we can choose to stand tall and let our voice be heard.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to bite my tongue and hold my breath
I used to stay quiet and avoid confrontation
Scared to rock the boat and make a mess
Afraid of expressing myself and making things worse
So I sat quietly, agreed politely
I would go along with others even if it wasn't what I wanted
I guess that I forgot I had a choice
I didn't realize I could assert myself and make my own decisions
I let you push me past the breaking point
I allowed others to treat me poorly, to the point where I couldn't take it anymore
I stood for nothing, so I fell for everything
By not standing up for myself, I became vulnerable to everything
You held me down, but I got up (hey)
You tried to keep me down, but I refused to stay there
Already brushing off the dust
Already bouncing back after being knocked down
You hear my voice, you hear that sound
I'm making my presence known
Like thunder gonna shake the ground
My impact is going to be powerful and far-reaching
Get ready 'cause I've had enough
I'm done being mistreated and I'm ready to take action
I see it all, I see it now
I understand what's been happening and I'm not going to accept it anymore
I got the eye of the tiger, a fighter, dancing through the fire
I have the courage and determination to face any challenge
'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
I am confident in my abilities and I'm going to prove it
Louder, louder than a lion
My voice is powerful and can't be ignored
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Vocals
You're gonna hear me roar
My message will be heard loud and clear
Now I'm floating like a butterfly
I feel light and free, like I can move effortlessly
Stinging like a bee I earned my stripes
I'm fierce and I've proven myself
I went from zero, to my own hero
I've gone from feeling powerless to being my own source of strength and support
Ro-oar, ro-oar, ro-oar, ro-oar, ro-oar
Vocals
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lukasz Gottwald, Max Martin, Bonnie Leigh McKee, Katy Perry, Henry Walter
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