Iris
Chris Lanzon Lyrics
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Follow your heart after
Remember when you used to tell me, just what I couldn't be
Used to think that you will help me find what's meant for me
Now I know that you will hold me down and let me drown
All the fish in the sea, don't swim upstream like me
I'm not ashamed, and I won't change
And I don't do what I'm told
I listened to myself and no one else
And I can't help the way I'm built to do it all on my own
Everything I evеr said, you know I meant it then
2024, I should be your prеsident
With a house full of hookers
My teacher said I'd be a trolley pusher
What the fuck does he know, he broke
This is all that we know, this is for my people
I had to put the blunt down, to pick the book up
Plottin' on off-size we go to see now, still don't see 'em
They said I'd never be known, still don't believe them
Remember when you used to tell me, just what I couldn't be
Used to think that you will help me find what's meant for me
Now I know that you will hold me down and let me drown
All the fish in the sea, don't swim upstream like me
My Dad said to be a lawyer, or a doctor
Don't he know I got lawyers on payroll, and street doctors
But the music is the medicine
Go through hell although I'm heavensent
Even if I never make a cent
I'ma do this to the very end
'Cause I chose to follow my passion
I turned my pain into champagne
If I chose to follow what they say
Then I would be stuck in the same place
Never let 'em tell you what you can do
Never let 'em tell you what you can do
Never let 'em tell you what you can do
Never let 'em tell you how to be you
The lyrics to Chris Lanzon's song "Iris" center around the theme of following your heart and being true to yourself, even in the face of others' expectations and opinions. The first verse establishes the idea of following your heart "after dark," suggesting that true passions may not always be immediately apparent or encouraged by others. The second verse specifically references the pressure to conform to familial expectations and traditional career paths, but asserts the importance of pursuing one's own unique journey.
The chorus reinforces the idea of swimming upstream, of being different and potentially misunderstood, but ultimately feeling proud of one's individuality. The bridge highlights the transformative power of music and art, which can turn pain into something beautiful and inspiring. The repeated refrain "Never let 'em tell you what you can do" drives home the message of self-empowerment and encourages listeners to stay true to themselves even if it means going against the grain.
Overall, "Iris" is a powerful anthem of self-discovery and individuality, encouraging listeners to trust their own instincts and not let others dictate their path in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Follow your heart after dark
Believe in yourself and follow your true passions, even when it may seem uncertain
Remember when you used to tell me, just what I couldn't be
Reflecting on the past when others tried to discourage and limit his potential
Used to think that you will help me find what's meant for me
Initially believing that others would have the answers to his purpose in life
Now I know that you will hold me down and let me drown
Realizing that some people may try to hold him back and prevent him from reaching his full potential
All the fish in the sea, don't swim upstream like me
Feeling like an outsider and recognizing that not everyone will understand his unique journey
My Dad said to be a lawyer, or a doctor
Acknowledging societal pressures and expectations for success in certain traditional careers
Don't he know I got lawyers on payroll, and street doctors
Choosing his own path and finding success in unconventional ways
But the music is the medicine
Finding solace and healing through music
Go through hell although I'm heavensent
Enduring challenges and obstacles despite having inherent talent and potential
Never let 'em tell you what you can do
Encouraging others to be true to themselves and not let anyone else dictate their path in life
Never let 'em tell you how to be you
Emphasizing the importance of individuality and authenticity
Writer(s): John Rzeznik
Contributed by Andrew D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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And I'd give up forever to touch you
'Cause I know that you feel me somehow
You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be
And I don't want to go home right now
And all I can taste is this moment
And all I can breathe is your life
And sooner or later, it's over
I just don't wanna miss you tonight
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming
Or the moment of truth in your lies
When everything feels like the movies
Yeah, you bleed just to know, you're alive
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
@scarlette7965
Lyrics-
And I'd give up forever to touch you
'Cause I know that you feel me somehow
You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be
And I don't want to go home right now
And all I can taste is this moment
And all I can breathe is your life
And sooner or later, it's over
I just don't wanna miss you tonight
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming
Or the moment of truth in your lies
When everything feels like the movies
Yeah, you bleed just to know, you're alive
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
@chrislanzon
full studio version out everywhere NOW: https://ffm.to/chrislanzon-iris
@hjjngj3215
OMG IM SO EXCITED WAIT
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Can’t wait 🤩
@caelajade5615
AHHHHHHHHH YAAAYYYY
@blank1950
what's tune did you set for this song @Chris Lanson
@manoapaghonasan8016
Bro do a tutorial plss
@ariannaelizabeth164
ah so here’s my first dance song at my wedding
@sophiehyllus7341
Yesss!!! That's my dream!
@alphadog3313
This was actually my parents first dance song and I want it to be mine too cause it’s just that good.
@vicky2452
literally now i need to marry just to do that