Her first single, "I Break Things", was released immediately upon her Nashville Star victory. The music video received heavy rotation on CMT and GAC, but the song peaked at #53. One subsequent single ("I'm Not Lisa") was released; it failed to reach the charts. Her first album, Erika Jo, was released by Universal South Records on June 14, 2005 and debuted at #5 on Billboard's country album chart, but the album, like its first single, enjoyed very limited success after its initial launch, selling just 118,829 copies through its first 11 months in releas
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Erika Jo Lyrics
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I know I should, but I'm scared I can't
It's a big move, everything to lose
What if its nothing like the way I planned
What if, what if I fail
What if chasing my dreams is chasing my tail
Do I listen to the voice tellin me to stay
Or listen to the voice that's screaming out
Go, just go
Just go with your heart
Go with the flow
There's only one way you're ever gonna know
Go
This town, safe and sound
I already know my way around
I've got a few good friends
A few good men to buy me flowers and take me out
What if, what if I said
Do I really wanna spend the rest of my days
On a dead end street in a dead end job
I can live like that but my dreams won't stop
Go, just go
Just go with your heart
Go with the flow
There's only one way you're ever gonna know
Go
And just forget it
Everybody said it
But I know that I'd regret it if I did it
Go, just go
Just go with your heart
Go with the flow
There's only one way you're ever gonna know
Go
Just go
The lyrics to Erika Jo's song "Go" speak to the fear and uncertainty that can come with making major life decisions. The singer is feeling trapped in their current situation, but is hesitant to take a risk and pursue their dreams. They weigh the pros and cons of staying put or striking out on their own, but ultimately decide that they cannot ignore the voice inside of them urging them to take a chance. The chorus encourages the listener to trust their instincts and to go with their heart, even if it means stepping outside of their comfort zone.
The theme of following one's dreams is a common one in music, but what sets "Go" apart is its relatable lyrics and catchy melody. Erika Jo's emotive vocals convey the internal struggle the singer is experiencing, and the dynamic instrumentation helps to create a sense of urgency and excitement.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweaty hands, quicksand,
Feeling nervous and stuck in a difficult situation.
I know I should, but I'm scared I can't
Feeling doubtful and unsure about taking a risk.
It's a big move, everything to lose
Aware of the high stakes involved in the decision.
What if its nothing like the way I planned
Fearing that the potential outcome may not meet expectations.
What if, what if I fail
Worrying about the possibility of not succeeding.
What if chasing my dreams is chasing my tail
Questioning whether pursuing one's dreams is worth the effort or if it's a futile pursuit.
Do I listen to the voice tellin me to stay
Feeling conflicted about whether to take a risk or stay put.
Or listen to the voice that's screaming out
Feeling a strong desire to take action and follow one's own path.
Go, just go
Encouraging oneself to take the leap of faith and move forward.
Just go with your heart
Making decisions based on one's own intuition and emotions.
Go with the flow
Trusting the natural progression of events and the universe's plan.
There's only one way you're ever gonna know
Recognizing that taking a risk is the only way to truly know the potential outcome.
This town, safe and sound
Feeling content in one's current situation, but recognizing the potential for greater fulfillment.
I already know my way around
Comfortable and familiar with one's current environment.
I've got a few good friends
Having a support system in place.
A few good men to buy me flowers and take me out
Enjoying the benefits of companionship and romance.
What if, what if I said
Considering the possibility of making a different decision or taking a different path.
Do I really wanna spend the rest of my days
Questioning the long-term ramifications of staying in a comfortable but unfulfilling situation.
On a dead end street in a dead end job
Feeling trapped in a situation with limited potential for growth or change.
I can live like that but my dreams won't stop
Acknowledging the ability to continue living a comfortable life, but recognizing that personal dreams and aspirations will persist.
And just forget it
Ignoring the desire to pursue one's dreams and settle for the status quo.
Everybody said it
Facing societal pressure to conform and stay safe.
But I know that I'd regret it if I did it
Recognizing that choosing to settle instead of pursuing one's dreams will ultimately lead to regret.
Just go
Encouraging oneself to take action and pursue one's dreams regardless of fear and doubt.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANTHONY GEORGE ANDERSON, SMART CRAIG, STEVEN ANDREW SMITH, JENSON DAVID AUBREY VAUGHAN, RYOUJI SONODA
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