Gonnawanna
Deap Vally Lyrics


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I'm gonna
Do what I wanna
I'm gonna
Do it 'cause I wanna
I'm gonna
Do what I wanna
I'm gonna
Do it 'cause I wanna

Drowning under magazines
And politics and get-rich schemes
And Tindering to beat the rest
And making sure my profile's best
Maybe it's the latest trends
Or looking at the lives of friends
Or bumming on a lack of likes
Or maybe I don't give a fuck

The sand, the sea, the salt, the surf
Is telling me, that it's all worth it,
It's all worth it, it's all worth it
Baby, I weren't put on earth
To just obey your every word
I am going out to play
And you don't really have no say

I'm gonna
Do what I wanna
I'm gonna
Do it 'cause I wanna
I'm gonna
Do what I wanna
I'm gonna
Do it 'cause I wanna

Why you try to boss me 'round
Mess me up and bring me down
You think you know what's good for me
Like I don't have my own instincts
You can bully, you can bark
You can circle like a shark
But you're just wasting energy
'Cause, honey, you can't outswim me

Come on, shake it
Let's get loose
You're too uptight like a noose
'Cause I'm doing things the way I want
I work hard but sleep a lot
Let's live our lives and live 'em big
'Cause we only got one life to live

I'm on a psychic safari
And I'm not sorry
I'm on a psychic safari
And I'm not sorry
I'm on a psychic safari
I'm really not sorry
I'm on a psychic safari
I'm sorry I'm not sorry

I'm gonna
Do what I wanna
I'm gonna
Do it 'cause I wanna
I'm gonna
Do it where I wanna




I'm gonna
Do whatever the fuck I wanna

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Deap Vally's "Gonnawanna" are centered around the idea of individual freedom and rebelling against societal pressure to conform to certain standards. The opening lines, "I'm gonna do what I wanna, do it 'cause I want to," sets the tone for the rest of the song, declaring a sense of independence and self-determination. The song goes on to criticize the overwhelming influence of media, politics, and social media on our lives, leading to a sense of overstimulation and consequent confusion about one's own desires and needs.


The chorus is a defiant declaration of intent to live life on one's own terms - "I'm gonna do what I wanna, do it where I wanna, do whatever the f*ck I wanna." Here, the lyrics are encouraging the listener to reject external expectations and embrace individuality. The second verse embodies the theme of rebellion against conformity, with the lines "Why you try to boss me 'round, mess me up and bring me down? You think you know what's good for me, like I don't have my own instincts." This emphasis on trusting one's own intuition and rejecting external pressures is a recurring theme throughout the song.


The bridge section adds an interesting twist to the overall message of the song. The line "I'm on a psychic safari, and I'm not sorry" suggests that the journey towards individuality and self-discovery is not a seamless one, but can be a chaotic and overwhelming one at times. By stating that "I'm not sorry," the lyrics suggest that the challenges and difficulties faced during this journey are worth it because they lead to a greater sense of self-awareness and self-determination.


Overall, the song is a celebration of the complexity and unpredictability of the human experience, and an encouragement to embrace individuality and reject societal norms.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm gonna
I will take control of my life


Do what I wanna
I will make my own choices


Do it 'cause I wanna
I will act according to my desires


Drowning under magazines
Being overwhelmed by trends and media


And politics and get-rich schemes
Overwhelmed by the pursuit of wealth and the influence of politics


And Tindering to beat the rest
Trying too hard to stand out on social media


And making sure my profile's best
Putting too much effort into crafting an online persona


Maybe it's the latest trends
Being influenced by popular culture


Or looking at the lives of friends
Comparing oneself to the accomplishments of others


Or bumming on a lack of likes
Feeling negatively affected by social media approval


Or maybe I don't give a fuck
Or maybe none of it matters


The sand, the sea, the salt, the surf
Feeling the pull of nature and life's simple pleasures


Is telling me, that it's all worth it,
Realizing that the simple things in life are what truly matter


Baby, I weren't put on earth
I wasn't born just to obey others


To just obey your every word
Or to be bossed around by anyone


I am going out to play
I am going to live my life on my own terms


And you don't really have no say
And you don't get to decide what I do


Why you try to boss me 'round
Questioning why others try to control my life


Mess me up and bring me down
Dragging me down with their negativity


You think you know what's good for me
Assuming they know what's best for me


Like I don't have my own instincts
Not acknowledging my own inner guidance


You can bully, you can bark
You can try to intimidate me


You can circle like a shark
You can try to trap me


But you're just wasting energy
But it's all just a waste of time


'Cause, honey, you can't outswim me
Because I am capable of handling anything that comes my way


Come on, shake it
Let's loosen up and have fun


Let's get loose
Let's not be too constrained by societal norms


You're too uptight like a noose
You're too rigid in your thinking


'Cause I'm doing things the way I want
Because I am living my life my own way


I work hard but sleep a lot
I balance my responsibilities and leisure time


Let's live our lives and live 'em big
Let's live our lives boldly and without regrets


'Cause we only got one life to live
Because we only have one chance to make the most of our lives


I'm on a psychic safari
I am exploring my inner self and discovering my true desires


And I'm not sorry
And I won't apologize for being true to myself


I'm sorry I'm not sorry
I am unapologetically living my best life


I'm gonna
I will continue to live my life with purpose


Do it where I wanna
I will go where I choose


Do whatever the fuck I wanna
And do whatever the hell I please




Writer(s): LINDSEY TROY, JULIE SCOTT EDWARDS

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Comments from YouTube:

leigh anne

Girl anthem. Love it. 👏🏽👏🏼

OLDNAVY2480 E

What the hell is girl anthem…

One Jealous

What? what the fuck is a "girl anthem"?

Nancy Eves

Just came back from a holiday yesterday and the beginning of this song made me want to go back to the beach soooo bad - imagine this as a beach party song tho

Paul Swift

Great Song.....Sort of a change. But nothing wrong with that. We grow through change....Great Job!

That Thirdman guy

Oh my goodness awsome song. great job girls so pumped for the new album

jastrebok

The bridge is excellent, the song was disappointing at first but it grew on me :) I like how you girls go for it and develop your unique songs as you WANNA. :)

rimply pimples

Stoked for the album!

Gordon Theobald

This is ace. MORE.

Beef • Jerky

I grew up with this song yess!

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