Pedestal
Fergie Lyrics
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Your pedestal is falling down, da da da da da da da da da da
Record sales are on the mark
'Cause that's about the time the rumors start
Where all the people talking out of their ass
Well, someone's gotta school ya 'cause ya got no class
Well, I've paid my dues
So why you gotta throw salt in my game?
You hide behind the computer screens so that you don't have to be seen
How could a person be so mean?
Who are you, and what do you do
That makes you think you're above me?
But have you walked in my shoes?
The pedestal
You put yourself on
Well, since I'm breaking it down now
It's gon' collapse and be gone, gone
(Gone, gone, gone)
(Gone, gone, gone, gone)
Probably one of them tag-a-longs
Down for the free t-shirt 'cause you're a hanger-on
You think you got me figured out
Never met me, have no clue what I'm about
Maybe I got things you wish you had
You need to stop the hate and get a pen and pad
I work around the clock, so fill your mouth up with a sock
And get yo' head up off your jock
Tell me who you are and what your background is
Tell me how you're feelin' when you listen to this
Who are you, and what do you do
That makes you think you're above me?
But have you walked in my shoes?
The pedestal
You put yourself on
Well, since I'm breaking it down now
It's gon' collapse and be gone, gone
Your pedestal is falling down, falling down, falling down
Your pedestal is falling down, dum dum dum dum
Your pedestal is falling down, falling down, falling down
Your pedestal is falling down, da da da da da da da da da da da
Tell me who you are and what your background is
Tell me how you're feelin' when you listen to this
You think I don't see you on the Internet
I read it; don't think I won't forget
Who are you, and what do you do
That makes you think you're above me?
But have you walked in my shoes?
The pedestal
You put yourself on
Well, since I'm breaking it down now
It's gon' collapse and be gone, gone
Who are you, and what do you do
That makes you think you're above me?
But have you walked in my shoes?
The pedestal
You put yourself on
Well, since I'm breaking it down now
It's gon' collapse and be gone, gone
In "Pedestal," Fergie sings about someone who has put themselves on a pedestal, thinking they are above her, and how their pedestal is falling down. She starts off by mentioning how rumors always seem to start as soon as record sales are on the mark, and that people talk out of their ass without having any actual class. Fergie, on the other hand, has paid her dues and is a seasoned dame.
She then asks who the person is and what they do that makes them think they are above her. Fergie challenges them to walk in her shoes and understand what she has gone through. She wonders how someone could be so mean and hide behind a computer screen. Fergie talks about how she works tirelessly and that anyone who thinks they are above her should fill their mouth up with a sock instead of talking about her behind her back.
As the song progresses, Fergie mentions how the person probably thinks they have her figured out, but they do not know her at all. They try to bring her down with hate, but she advises them to use their energy more positively by jotting things down on a pen and pad. She points out that she reads everything on the internet and won't forget what they said.
In "Pedestal," Fergie is standing up for herself and not letting anyone put her down or belittle her. She is telling the person to stop being mean and realize what they are doing so that they don't think they are above her anymore. The lyrics and the powerful beat make this song an empowering anthem for anyone who's ever felt like someone was trying to bring them down.
Line by Line Meaning
Your pedestal is falling down, falling down, falling down
Your high status and perceived superiority are diminishing and collapsing
Record sales are on the mark
My music is selling well, attracting attention and triggering rumors
'Cause that's about the time the rumors start
Speculation and gossip often arise when someone becomes successful
Where all the people talking out of their ass
There are many people making baseless and uninformed comments
Well, someone's gotta school ya 'cause ya got no class
You need to be taught a lesson because you lack manners and respect
Well, I've paid my dues
I have worked hard and earned my position
I'm a seasoned dame
I am experienced and capable
So why you gotta throw salt in my game?
Why are you trying to harm or sabotage me?
You hide behind the computer screens so that you don't have to be seen
You use the anonymity of the internet to criticize and insult others without consequences
How could a person be so mean?
It is surprising and upsetting how cruel and hurtful someone can be
Who are you, and what do you do
What is your identity and occupation?
That makes you think you're above me?
Why do you believe you are superior to me?
But have you walked in my shoes?
Have you experienced my struggles, challenges, and achievements?
The pedestal
The elevated platform of high status and fame
You put yourself on
You arrogantly and intentionally assumed that position
Well, since I'm breaking it down now
I am exposing and dismantling your false sense of superiority
It's gon' collapse and be gone, gone
Your pedestal will crumble and disappear completely
Probably one of them tag-a-longs
You are likely one of those followers who attach themselves to someone else's success
Down for the free t-shirt 'cause you're a hanger-on
You are only interested in the perks and benefits of association, not the actual work or merit
You think you got me figured out
You believe that you understand and know everything about me
Never met me, have no clue what I'm about
You have never actually interacted or communicated with me, and you lack understanding of my personality and values
Maybe I got things you wish you had
It is possible that I possess qualities, possessions, or achievements that you desire
You need to stop the hate and get a pen and pad
You should stop being hateful and negative, and instead focus on cultivating your own talents and ideas
I work around the clock, so fill your mouth up with a sock
I put in a lot of effort and time, so you should refrain from speaking negatively about me
And get yo' head up off your jock
Stop being so obsessed with and fixated on me
Tell me who you are and what your background is
Share your personal details and history with me
Tell me how you're feelin' when you listen to this
Describe your emotional and mental state as you listen to my music and message
Your pedestal is falling down, dum dum dum dum
Your false sense of superiority is being exposed and collapsing
Tell me who you are and what your background is
I am challenging you to reveal and reflect on your identity and past
You think I don't see you on the Internet
You assume that I am unaware of your online activity
I read it; don't think I won't forget
I have read your comments and messages, and I will remember them
It's gon' collapse and be gone, gone
Your false sense of superiority and superiority complex will crumble and disappear completely
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PRINTZ BOARD, STACY FERGUSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@martinyankelevich6133
ONE OF THE BEST ALBUMS OF THE 2000´S
@laurenwade5657
So agree. 1 of the best albums ever.
@brycefalloway
Nah
@MINDYWAAAA
yes : )
@frankieolympian99
i love the sassy lyrics that tie in perfectly with fergie's beautiful voice it's an amazing song
@Remraftra
Not just 2012, I'll be listening to Fergie the rest of my whole life and beyond!
@mrazqmujete1427
2018?
@lukecaporelli6917
Holly Farmer still listening ?
@endokuken1678
Guess not lol
@martinyankelevich6133
2018???