Don't Be Afraid
CSR 103.9 Lyrics


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don't wanna be no superstar
Don't wanna be no jon bon jovi
I only wore my leathers once
But I was drunk.....
And that's another story
Don't wanna go on mtv
I don't wanna be another rock singer
But I'll take that limosine
And diamond rings to put on every finger!

don't wanna be no washed p hippy
Don't wanna be a butt-sucking sellout
After every tour, I'm in betty ford
Hangin' with the guys
And tryin' to get the hell out
Don't wanna be no metal hero
Don't wanna have a laser light show
And when I've gone as far as I can go
I'll quit the band and go solo!

don't wanna be no jon bon jovi
Grow my hair down to my buttcheeks




Don't wanna be no jon bon jovi
Wearing leather pants on mtv.....

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of CSR 103.9's song "Don't Be Afraid" express a rejection of the tropes commonly associated with being a rock star. The singer doesn't want to be a super famous celebrity like Jon Bon Jovi, wear leather and perform on MTV, or become a washed-up hippie who is pressured into selling out for success. However, the singer is still drawn to some of the trappings of fame, such as being driven around in limousines and having diamond rings on every finger.


The tone of the song is defiant and rebellious, with the singer rejecting the possibility of becoming a metal hero with a laser light show. There is also an acknowledgment of the temptation of drugs and alcohol associated with rock culture, as the singer mentions a visit to Betty Ford after every tour. Ultimately, the singer sees going solo as the ultimate goal of their music career, separate from the unwanted attention and image that comes with being in a band.


Overall, "Don't Be Afraid" is a song about rejecting the conventional paths to stardom and staying true to oneself in the face of pressure to conform. The singer may be drawn to some of the trappings of fame, but ultimately they value artistic integrity and individuality over the standards of the industry.


Line by Line Meaning

don't wanna be no superstar
I have no desire to be a famous musician.


Don't wanna be no jon bon jovi
I don't want to emulate Jon Bon Jovi's success or style.


I only wore my leathers once
I've experimented with different looks but it's not a defining part of my identity.


But I was drunk.....
I wasn't in the right state of mind when I tried that style.


And that's another story
I don't want to dwell on that one mistake.


Don't wanna go on mtv
I'm not interested in being on MTV or having a big media presence.


I don't wanna be another rock singer
I want to have a unique identity, not just blend in with other rock singers.


But I'll take that limosine
If the opportunity presents itself, I won't turn down extravagant perks.


And diamond rings to put on every finger!
I like the idea of having flashy accessories, even though it's not a defining feature of my style.


don't wanna be no washed p hippy
I don't want to be a washed up hippy musician.


Don't wanna be a butt-sucking sellout
I don't want to compromise my values or vision to gain commercial success.


After every tour, I'm in betty ford
I have a tendency to struggle with addiction and need to go to rehab after each tour.


Hangin' with the guys
I enjoy spending time with my bandmates.


And tryin' to get the hell out
But after a while, I need space and time to myself.


Don't wanna be no metal hero
I don't want to be seen as a hero of the metal music genre.


Don't wanna have a laser light show
I don't want to rely on flashy effects to enhance my performance.


And when I've gone as far as I can go
When I feel like I have reached my limit in the band or genre, I will move on.


I'll quit the band and go solo!
I will pursue a solo career when I feel like I have to move on.


Don't wanna be no jon bon jovi
I don't want to be like Bon Jovi, a famous musician and pop culture icon.


Grow my hair down to my buttcheeks
I don't want to have long hair as an iconic style choice like Jon Bon Jovi.


Don't wanna be no jon bon jovi
I don't want my image to be associated with Jon Bon Jovi or his style.


Wearing leather pants on mtv.....
I don't want to be known for wearing leather pants on MTV or any iconic look.




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RipperRoo92

I always add bass boost on every car I customized for this song.

TryOnKicks

RipperRoo92 Slowly rolled through los santos with that ride 😂

Drizzy

Facts

RipperRoo92

@TryOnKicks

You Know It!!!

But my enemies....Well that's the last song they have ever heard 😑🙏🏾

Zyad-Elsayed

Wait bass boost garage mod actually does something?
I thought we were just doing it to act cool

EZMONEY

@Zyad-Elsayedit doesn’t do a damn thing lmao 🤣 but yes I get it on all my cars

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dg plays

Saudades de tunar um carro no gta e da um role de noite pelas ruas

Edivan Fernandes

Esse é charme dms tanto a original e essa fodas ❤eu tunando meu lowrider e ouvindo em Los Angeles a noite

Cherokee J

I remember this song as a kid when it first came out😎and GTA customizing my cars with bass to this song. 💙

Transport & Simulation Hub

I love this song. My favourite in the whole game.

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