Harder
Damian Marly -Jr.Gong Lyrics

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Harder, harder, harder, harder
Or so they say
Harder, harder, harder, harder
In your way

When I was younger I was in need of advice
I watched you learn to live as I just rolled the dice
Never trying hard enough with such fear in failure

What's funny is that I was worried about all the wrong things

You and I
In time our minds evolved
And everywhere we said we'd hear new ideas
I recall
That time in Central Park we heard the sound
There's some new ground for new ideas

Faster, faster, faster, faster
Though time moves on
Faster, faster, faster, faster
It won't be long

I've been thinking to myself the reasons that I try
I've been thinking to myself about the modern life
Not easy to explain when you're stuck in life
Not easy to explain what's on your mind

You and I
In time our minds evolved
And everywhere we said we'd hear new ideas
I recall
That time in Central Park we heard the sound
There's some new ground for new ideas

I recall
That time in Central Park we heard the sound
There's some new ground for new ideas
You and I
In time our minds evolved
And everywhere we said we'd hear new ideas
New ideas
Yeah
C'mon
Well, change yourself

Pretty good
Woo

Overall Meaning

The song "Harder" by Damian Marley (also known as Jr. Gong) begins with the repeated phrase "harder, harder, harder, harder" followed by "or so they say, harder, harder, harder, harder, in your way". This could be interpreted in a few ways, perhaps as a call to strive harder in life, or as a commentary on the sometimes unrealistic expectations of society to always be improving ourselves.

The lyrics then move on to a reflection on the singer's past and his struggles to find direction in life. He notes that he often didn't try hard enough, fearing failure. However, as he and his friend (addressed later in the song) grew up, their minds evolved and they became more open to new ideas. The singer recalls a time in Central Park where they heard a new sound that opened up the possibility of new ideas and ways of thinking.

The song then concludes with a repetition of the final verse, emphasizing the importance of evolving and hearing new ideas. The line "change yourself, pretty good" could be seen as both an instruction to embrace change and a reassurance that the results can be positive.

Overall, "Harder" seems to be a reflection on the challenges of navigating life and growth, but also an optimistic call to embrace change and new ideas.

Line by Line Meaning

Harder, harder, harder, harder
Challenging oneself to be better, stronger, and more determined.

Or so they say
Society may have expectations or opinions, but ultimately it's up to the individual to push harder.

In your way
Each individual faces their own unique obstacles, but pushing harder can help overcome them.

When I was younger I was in need of advice
When younger, it can be difficult to know which direction to take in life and guidance from others is needed.

I watched you learn to live as I just rolled the dice
Observing others taking calculated risks and learning from their experiences can be valuable.

Never trying hard enough with such fear in failure
When fear of failure is prominent, individuals may not push themselves hard enough to reach their potential.

What's funny is that I was worried about all the wrong things
Reflecting on past experiences can reveal that worries and fears were not as important as they seemed at the time.

In time our minds evolved
Through life experiences and learning, individuals can grow and develop their perspective.

And everywhere we said we'd hear new ideas
Openness to new ideas and perspectives can lead to personal growth and evolution.

I recall that time in Central Park we heard the sound
Reflecting on past experiences can bring back memories of moments of learning and growth.

There's some new ground for new ideas
Being open to new ideas can lead to growth and progress in various aspects of life.

Though time moves on
Time waits for no one and it's important to push oneself to achieve goals and aspirations.

It won't be long
Life is fleeting and limited, therefore it's important to make the most of the time available.

I've been thinking to myself the reasons that I try
Reflecting on personal motivations and reasons for pushing oneself can provide insight and direction in life.

I've been thinking to myself about the modern life
Observing and contemplating modern society can provide perspective on personal struggles and aspirations.

Not easy to explain when you're stuck in life
When feeling stuck or lost, it can be difficult to articulate one's thoughts and feelings.

Not easy to explain what's on your mind
Sometimes it's challenging to put into words what one is feeling or experiencing mentally.

New ideas
Being open to new ideas and perspectives can lead to growth and progress in various aspects of life.

Yeah, c'mon
An expression of encouragement or motivation to continue pushing oneself.

Well, change yourself
Encouragement to take personal responsibility for one's growth and development.

Pretty good
An expression of satisfaction or approval with one's progress or growth.

Woo
An expression of celebration or excitement for personal accomplishments or growth.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Albert Hammond Jr.

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