On My Own
Cascio Lyrics

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Ay, oh, ohhh, yeah, ay

If I′m on the way, but you in the way
How I'ma win? How I′ma let you stay?
If you don't want me to grow, just let me know
I can do this on my own, I can do this on my own
If I'm on the way, but you in the way
How I′ma win? How I′ma let you stay?

If you don't want me to grow, just let me know
I can do this on my own, I can do this on my own

See you don′t trust me, and it got me thinkin' what′s the reason?
Tell me what happened to the lovin' that we once believed in
You want me by your side, you need me all the time
I′m in the studio, so why you blowin' up my line? For real
It's at the point, I can′t keep up with all the lies, for real
I gotta go and get it, I don′t have no time to kill
You sayin' I ain′t shit, wait, now look what you started
So don't be surprised when I get my
Shit and get the fuck out your apartment
Gotta get mine before it′s too late,
These niggas thinkin' that I lost it
I put you first and that shit was rare ′cause I don't that very often
I put my love up for auction, you put my heart in a coffin
I have a dream, I can't be suited up, wasting my time in a office, no
If I′m on the way, but you in the way
How I′ma win? How I'ma let you stay?
If you don′t want me to grow, just let me know
I can do this on my own, I can do this on my own
If I'm on the way, but you in the way
How I′ma win? How I'ma let you stay?
If you don′t want me to grow, just let me know
I can do this on my own, I can do this on my own

I can do it on my own, I don't need you in my home
Girl, I'm tired of the FaceTime′s, I can never be alone
Let me get in my zone, stop callin′ my phone
Let me vibe to the bass line, how I'm ′posed to make a song?
Maybe you don't see the vision, that′s cool, baby, I understand that
But if you ain't ridin′, it's dying,
So baby, maybe you should stand back
[?] love, ain't playing that, you gotta roll with the punches
You gotta get where the bands at, I can′t be rollin′ with busters, no
Ay, I can't be rollin′ with busters, I went from nuttin' to something
Used to get money from hustlers, still gettin′ money from hustling
Why I always gotta rush it? Why I always gotta rush it? Ay

If I'm on the way, but you in the way
How I′ma win? How I'ma let you stay?
If you don't want me to grow, just let me know
I can do this on my own, I can do this on my own
If I′m on the way, but you in the way
How I′ma win? How I'ma let you stay?

If you don′t want me to grow, just let me know
I can do this on my own, I can do this on my own

Overall Meaning

The song "On My Own" by Cascio is a powerful statement of independence and self-reliance. It addresses the need to break free from toxic relationships, including those that do not support growth and creativity. In the lyrics, the singer asserts his determination to pursue his dreams, despite the obstacles presented by his partner. He is determined to succeed, even if that means leaving his partner behind. The chorus repeats the mantra "I can do this on my own," reinforcing the theme of individual empowerment.

The verses explore the reasons behind the break-up, highlighting the singer's frustration with his partner's lack of trust, and her attempts to stifle his creativity. He is tired of her attempts to keep him under her control and resents her constant interruptions while he is working in the studio. He realizes that he needs to focus on his career and that he cannot allow anyone to hold him back. The lyrics suggest that the split is necessary to enable him to grow and prosper on his own terms, without being held back by someone else's expectations.

Overall, "On My Own" is a powerful anthem of independence and determination, characterized by driving beats and catchy choruses. It speaks to anyone who has ever felt held back by a toxic relationship or a lack of support, encouraging them to take control of their lives and pursue their dreams.

Line by Line Meaning

If I'm on the way, but you in the way How I'ma win? How I'ma let you stay?
If you're blocking my path to success, how can I possibly achieve it with you holding me back? I need to let you go so that I can move forward.

If you don't want me to grow, just let me know I can do this on my own, I can do this on my own
If you're not supportive of my goals and ambitions, please tell me now. I have the strength and determination to succeed without you.

See you don't trust me, and it got me thinkin' what's the reason? Tell me what happened to the lovin' that we once believed in
Your lack of trust in me is causing me to question our relationship. Where did the love and support we used to have for each other go?

You want me by your side, you need me all the time I'm in the studio, so why you blowin' up my line? For real
You claim that you want me to be with you always, yet you're constantly calling me when you know I'm busy working in the studio.

It's at the point, I can't keep up with all the lies, for real I gotta go and get it, I don't have no time to kill
I'm tired of all the dishonesty in our relationship and I need to focus on my career. I can't waste any more time with you.

I have a dream, I can't be suited up, wasting my time in a office, no
I have big aspirations for my future and I refuse to settle for a mundane office job that doesn't align with my dreams.

I can do it on my own, I don't need you in my home Girl, I'm tired of the FaceTime's, I can never be alone
I'm capable of achieving my goals without your help, and I'm tired of feeling emotionally drained by our constant communication.

Maybe you don't see the vision, that's cool, baby, I understand that But if you ain't ridin', it's dying So baby, maybe you should stand back
If you don't share the same dreams and goals as me, that's okay, but if you're not going to support me, then you should distance yourself from my journey.

Why I always gotta rush it? Why I always gotta rush it?
Why do I always feel like I need to move faster and accomplish more in a shorter amount of time? Why can't things just fall into place naturally?

Writer(s): Lucas William I Locascio

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