steps
Damian Erskine Lyrics
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In Damian Erskine's song, "Steps," the lyrics depict a person who has been controlled and manipulated by someone else's desires and expectations for their life. The individual in the song wants to break free from this and live life on their own terms. The lyrics highlight how this individual feels as though they have been brought down to their knees by the shame that has been dealt to them, always trying to please someone else instead of living for themselves.
The song goes on to reference how the time has come for a change, and they are breaking free from the control of others. They mention how they have abandoned the goals and destinies that others have pushed upon them, finding their own path instead. There is a sense of empowerment and liberation in the lyrics as the individual takes control of their own life and identity.
This song is relatable to many people who have felt the pressure of living under someone else's expectations, someone else's life plan for them. The lyrics express the need to break free from that and define oneself. The song could also be interpreted as a message about the importance of autonomy and the negative effects of trying to control someone else's life.
Line by Line Meaning
i want to live my life, live it my own way
I desire to live my life in the way that I see fit.
over throw the shame, the shame you dealt brought me to my knees
I reject the shame you imposed on me, which caused me great distress.
always trying to please you instead of living for me, you say you say you know what's best for me
I spent too much time trying to make you happy instead of living for myself, despite your claims that you knew what was best for me.
time change the time has come for me to change
It is time for me to make a change in my life.
and you controlled my dreams, i never asked you and i never agreed to your requests
You imposed your desires on my dreams without my consent, and I did not agree to your demands.
goal destinies i abandoned you and now I'm free, now i, i live my life live it my own way
I have left behind your expectations and am now free to live my life as I choose.
forget yesterday no expectations just my ambitions identity the choice is up to me
I am leaving the past behind and focusing on my own aspirations and identity, as the decision is mine to make.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHICK COREA
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