Sacrifice
David Julyan Lyrics
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Just here doin' what I can
No I don't want a family who would damn me
And resent everything I am
I don't need to prove to all the ones who
Feel that I need to fit in
No I won't ever tell you that I failed you
I'd rather start life over again
No I'm sorry to say
There'll be no sacrifice today
No I can see it clearly
Why you feel me
Why you got to bring me down
No I don't want to fight you
Just to spite you
But I'm not afraid to take you out
No I'm sorry to say
There'll be no sacrifice today
Everybody expects me to break
But I'll never break down again
Everybody expects me to give up
But you'll never see me givin' in
Everybody wants me to lose
But I'll never lose who I am
No I'm sorry to say
There'll be no sacrifice today [Repeat x2]
Everybody expects me to break
But I'll never break down again
Everybody expects me to give up
But you'll never see me givin' in
Everybody wants me to lose
But I'll never lose who I am
No I'm sorry to say
There'll be no sacrifice today [Repeat x2]
No sacrifice today [Repeat x2]
The lyrics to David Julyan's song Sacrifice are about confidence and determination in oneself. The singer explains that they do not need a reason to exist and are just living their life to the best of their ability, without needing to fit in with others' expectations. The singer also mentions that they have no interest in starting a family that would judge and resent them for who they are. They refuse to apologize for any perceived failures and are willing to start over again if necessary. The chorus repeats that there will be no sacrifice made today, meaning that the singer will not compromise their identity or goals for anyone else's benefit.
The second verse addresses someone who is attempting to "bring [the singer] down" but the singer asserts that they will not fight to spite them unless necessary. They will defend themselves if need be but will not go out of their way to engage in conflict. Throughout the song, the singer acknowledges that many people expect them to fail, break down, and give up, but they are determined to maintain their sense of self and not sacrifice their beliefs or values for anyone else's approval.
Overall, the song is an empowering message of self-confidence and resilience in the face of adversity. It encourages listeners to stay true to themselves and not let other people's expectations dictate their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
No I don't need a reason to be breathin'
I don't require a particular motivation to exist.
Just here doin' what I can
I'm doing the best I can with what I have.
No I don't want a family who would damn me
I don't desire a family who would condemn me.
And resent everything I am
And possess animosity towards every aspect of my being.
I don't need to prove to all the ones who
I don't need to establish to everyone who
Feel that I need to fit in
Believe that I must conform.
No I won't ever tell you that I failed you
I won't disclose that I let you down.
I'd rather start life over again
I prefer to restart my life from scratch.
No I'm sorry to say
I regret to inform you
There'll be no sacrifice today
I won't be offering sacrifice presently.
No I can see it clearly
I can observe it vividly
Why you feel me
Why you comprehend me
Why you got to bring me down
Why you have to put me down
No I don't want to fight you
I don't wish to engage in a battle with you
Just to spite you
Just to anger you
But I'm not afraid to take you out
But I'm not frightened to eliminate you.
Everybody expects me to break
Every person anticipates me to buckle.
But I'll never break down again
But I'll never shatter again.
Everybody expects me to give up
Everyone predicts me to abandon.
But you'll never see me givin' in
But you'll never witness me capitulating.
Everybody wants me to lose
Everyone desires me to fail.
But I'll never lose who I am
But I'll never relinquish my identity.
No I'm sorry to say
I regret to inform you
There'll be no sacrifice today
I won't be offering sacrifice presently.
No sacrifice today
No offering today.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID BRENNER, DAVID J. BRENNER, DEAN BACK, DEAN HENNING BACK, TYLER CONNOLLY, TYLER PATRICK CONNOLLY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
NorAisah Abdul Samad
The Prestige (2006 Film)
Directed by: Christopher Nolan
Screenplay by: Christopher Nolan, Jonathan Nolan
Based on: The Prestige by Christopher Priest, The Prestige by John Hosanes and The Prestige by John Priest
Produced by: Christopher Nolan, Emma Thomas
Cinematography: Wally Pfister
Edited by: Lee Smith
Music by: David Julyan
Production Companies: Touchstone Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures, Legendary Pictures, Newmarket Films, Syncopy
Distributed by: Buena Vista Pictures Distribution (North America), Warner Bros. Pictures (International)
Release Date: October 17, 2006 (El Capitan Theatre), October 20, 2006 (United States), November 10, 2006 (United Kingdom)
Running Time: 130 Minutes
Countries: United Kingdom, United States
Language: English
Budget: $40.8 Million
Box Office: $209.7 Million
Gopal Mathur
"It won't bring your wife back"
"I don't care about my wife, I care about his secret"
goosebumps
TheDudeAbides54
For anyone who loves the setting and feel of this movie, there's a great book by Dan Simmons called "Drood" about the rivalry between Charles Dickens and one of his contemporaries. It has some supernatural elements to it as well. Reading it to this soundtrack, especially this track, is a great experience.
Conaire
Tesla: 'They say man's reach exceeds his grasp. That is a lie, man's grasp exceeds his nerve' Great scene and great music to make it all the more captivating.
arm 8
@Conaire it wasn’t bad either was it
Conaire
@Why hello there Yeah, not for me. Wasn't a good performance.
Why hello there
It's even better when you realize Tesla was played by David Bowie.
Gaetano Giglio
The beautiful thing about Nolan's films is they are all masterpiece, and anyone have a different favorite movie. My favorite is The Dark Knight, but i fucking love all movies...i think Following is incredibile and amazing too.(Sorry for my bad english, i'm italian)
Antonio Valdespino
I hope someday Nolan call back David Julyan to work together again, (The Work of Hans Zimmer in Nolan movies is mind blowing) but I kinda miss this minimalistic style of his first movies.
V B
@Self Healing God Nope! That's why this is underrated and doesn't get concerts, exposure and discussions as much as his other films and scores.
Self Healing God
Can't agree more brother. Less is more..