Say Something
Chris Stapleton Justin Timberlake Lyrics
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Ooh (yeah)
Everyone knows all about my direction
And in my heart somewhere, I wanna go there
Still I don't go there
Everybody says, "say something"
Then say something, say something, then say something
I don't wanna get caught up in the rhythm of it
But I can't help myself, no, I can't help myself, no, no
Caught up in the middle of it
No, I can't help myself, no, I can't help myself, no, no, no
Caught up in the rhythm of it
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have
Everyone knows all about my transgressions
Still in my heart somewhere, there's melody and harmony
For you and me, tonight (whoa)
I hear them call my name
Everybody says, "say something"
Say something, say something
Then say something, say something, then say something
I don't want to get caught up in the rhythm of it
But I can't get help myself, no, I can't help myself, no, no
Caught up in the middle of it
No, I can't help myself, no, I can't help myself, no, no, no
Caught up in the rhythm of it
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Sometimes the greatest way to say something is to say nothing at all
Sometimes the greatest way to say something is to say nothing at all
Sometimes the greatest way to say something is to say nothing
But I can't help myself, no I can't help myself, no, no
Caught up in the middle of it
No I can't help myself, no I can't help myself, no, no, no
Caught up in the rhythm of it
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Sometimes the greatest way to say something is to say nothing at all
Sometimes the greatest way to say something is to say nothing at all
Sometimes the greatest way to say something is to say nothing
The lyrics to Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake's song "Say Something" can be interpreted as a reflection on the pressure and expectations that come with fame and success. The song touches on the conflict between staying true to oneself and conforming to what others want or expect. The singer acknowledges that everyone knows about their direction and transgressions, but deep down, they want to go their own way, to find their own melody and harmony. However, they also feel trapped in the middle, caught up in the rhythm of fame and unable to help themselves. They may be searching for something that they can't have, which could symbolize a desire for personal fulfillment or authenticity in a world that often demands conformity.
The repeated line "say something" could represent the constant demand for the singer to speak up or conform, to say what others want to hear, even when it may not align with their true desires or feelings. The lyrics also suggest that sometimes, the greatest way to say something is to say nothing at all, implying that silence or non-conformity can be a powerful form of self-expression.
Overall, the song captures the internal struggle between maintaining personal authenticity and succumbing to societal pressures, particularly in the face of fame and public scrutiny.
Line by Line Meaning
Mmm, yeah, alright
Expressing agreement and approval with a slight hesitation
Ooh (yeah)
Exclaiming with excitement or satisfaction
Everyone knows all about my direction
Acknowledging that people are aware of the path I'm taking
And in my heart somewhere, I wanna go there
Deep down, I have a strong desire to reach that destination
Still I don't go there
However, I refrain from pursuing it
Everybody says, 'say something'
People constantly urge me to speak up
Say something, say something
Encouraging me to express my thoughts or feelings
Then say something, say something, then say something
Repeating the plea for me to vocalize my thoughts
I don't wanna get caught up in the rhythm of it
I don't want to be swayed by the flow or pattern of the situation
But I can't help myself, no, I can't help myself, no, no
Despite my intention, I find it difficult to resist
Caught up in the middle of it
Being stuck and entangled in the midst of it
No, I can't help myself, no, I can't help myself, no, no, no
Once again emphasizing my struggle to resist
Caught up in the rhythm of it
Being carried away by the beat and flow of the situation
Maybe I'm looking for something I can't have (maybe I'm looking for something I can't have)
Perhaps I'm searching for something that is unattainable
Everyone knows all about my transgressions
People are aware of my wrongdoings
Still in my heart somewhere, there's melody and harmony
Despite my faults, there is still beauty and unity within me
For you and me, tonight (whoa)
Intending to create a special moment between us tonight
I hear them call my name
I can hear people beckoning me
Sometimes the greatest way to say something is to say nothing at all
Expressing the idea that silence can often convey more than words
But I can't help myself, no I can't help myself, no, no
Nevertheless, I struggle to resist
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Peermusic Publishing, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chris Stapleton, Floyd Nathaniel Hills, Justin R. Timberlake, Larrance Levar Dopson, Timothy Z. Mosley
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@theharshtruthoutthere
Wordily pleasures for the ears and for the eyes: music, movies, sport.
That kind of entertainment is given by lucifer to mankind, to keep them busy doing and knowing nothing,
When human dies, he or she is surprised that he or she keeps existing.
Yet the only reason for it is, they had their lifetime on earth catching delusions and illusions. Never loved the truth, never cared for it and as some used to say:
1st comes laughter, then turning of the head, then closing of the ears, freezing of the heart, then life in struggle and then regrets and cries. The last 2 shall be there forever. = the life of a ignorant fools.
Creating “perfect” offspring who`s genetic DNA is mixed: human + animal + angel + inverting every soul + posses them with evil spirits = perfect spell casting, look at the public, they all sing and dance along not sensing reality.
The tares and the wheat – a story in the bible. 2 different offspring, growing together, shoulder next to shoulder.
The "rituals" haven`t stopped happening, these got renamed to fit the timelines: in our days, the rituals are:
music concerts
showing off the masonic hand sighs and symbols
becoming "trans"
few more.
@jusemaskatear5354
Anyone here 2024?
@CooperF
Still the best music video
@nadezdapetkovic9249
Always will be ❤
@mehtapmervet5474
Hello
@davonbolton3063
Didn’t even know Chris was in this song 😭😭
@Chaz_Nichole
Yes I just discovered this song today. I absolutely adore it
@user-ie4yd3gz1q
The fact that this was sung live and filmed in one take. These two are the epitome of professionals.
@AmeriTerry
The practice First Take is better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMkwQFlAhMA
@vinylculturemusic
Took months of practice but yes this is awesome!!❤
@Nancy-iu6ow
To the other, the stars I've already had, I'm always saying something.