Gotta Get Away
Don Johnson Lyrics
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Keep making plans of what can disappear
Let's tear off these walls and swear they're closing in
Tired of being told that is no way to win gotta get away
Say let's tuck in this town if I like it or not
Take me what I need if I could take what I got
Life would be fine if I was somebody else
'cause I know what I want and I want it now
Hanging on heroes just holding me down
I got a feeling like I'm paralyzed
Trying to understand I can't stay got to get away
Stop pushing on me 'cause you're pushing too hard
Don't give me an inch when I need a yard
Tired of explaining time and again
Well I talked you like blue but you don't understand
'cause I know what I want and I want it now
Hanging on heroes just holding me down
I got a feeling like I'm paralyzed
Trying to understand I can't stay got to get away
Hooking myself into sleep now that I've lost in this fight
How many times do you think have I tossed and I turned the night
Although while I'm dreaming to be free when I cross that foreign line
You'll be aware that there is waiting for me got to get away
'cause I know what I want and I want it now
Hanging on heroes just holding me down
I got a feeling like I'm paralyzed trying to understand
'cause I know what I want and I want it now
Hanging on heroes just holding me down
I got a feeling like I'm paralyzed
Trying to understand I can't stay got to get away
Get away... get away
Don Johnson's song "Gotta Get Away" is about feeling trapped, frustrated, and stuck in a situation that doesn't allow for personal growth. The lyrics talk about working hard but not getting anywhere, and feeling like the walls are closing in. The singer wants to escape from the expectations and limitations put upon them by others, and seek out their own path.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's determination to take control of their life and pursue what they want, rather than relying on others or being held back by fear or doubt. The repeated phrase "gotta get away" drives home the urgency of this desire for change and the need to take action.
The verses highlight the challenges and obstacles that the singer faces in pursuing their dreams, such as pushback from others and the difficulty of breaking free from ingrained patterns and expectations. However, the overall message of the song is one of hope and determination - the singer is resolved to keep pushing forward and to find a way to make their dreams a reality.
Overall, "Gotta Get Away" is an anthem for anyone feeling stuck or held back by circumstances outside their control, and a reminder that it's never too late to take control of your life and pursue what you really want.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been working real hard but I'm getting nowhere
Despite my hard work, I am not making any progress.
Keep making plans of what can disappear
Continuously coming up with plans that end up not working out.
Let's tear off these walls and swear they're closing in
Breaking down barriers and convincing ourselves they're suffocating us.
Tired of being told that is no way to win gotta get away
Exhausted from being told that my approach is futile and I must escape.
Say let's tuck in this town if I like it or not
Let's embrace this city, whether I enjoy it or not.
Take me what I need if I could take what I got
If it were possible, I'd trade what I have for what I need.
Life would be fine if I was somebody else
My troubles would vanish if I were someone else.
But I only get out if I can think for myself
I can only escape if my decisions are my own.
'cause I know what I want and I want it now
I am certain of my desires and want them immediately.
Hanging on heroes just holding me down
Idealizing others is stifling me.
I got a feeling like I'm paralyzed
I feel stuck and unable to move forward.
Trying to understand I can't stay got to get away
I'm trying to comprehend why I can't stay but must leave.
Stop pushing on me 'cause you're pushing too hard
Cease pushing me because you're doing it excessively.
Don't give me an inch when I need a yard
Instead of giving me a bit of liberty, you're giving me none.
Tired of explaining time and again
Weary of continuously clarifying myself.
Well I talked you like blue but you don't understand
Despite my endless explanations, you still don't comprehend.
Hooking myself into sleep now that I've lost in this fight
I'm trying to sleep to numb myself from the pain of losing.
How many times do you think have I tossed and I turned the night
I've lost count of the number of nights I've spent tossing and turning.
Although while I'm dreaming to be free when I cross that foreign line
While I dream of liberty, once I pass the border, I will have it.
You'll be aware that there is waiting for me got to get away
You'll soon realize that I must escape.
Get away... get away
Escape... escape.
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