Wake Up
Fergie Lyrics


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What!

Uh uh
Ah-huh

Give it to me now

Well, why do I keep pulling out the roots in my hair?
I'm picking at my face, its obvious there's nothing there
What do keep at the edge of my skin?
It feels so good to have a taste of what I'm crawling in.
I got to go, I got to leave
The waves are changed today I'm pulling me
Even though I go with hip-hop, today, its taking to your next game*

[Chorus:]
Wake up, wake up
Wake up, wake up
Cuz I'll be leaving you today now
Shake up, shake up, don't breakup breakup
Take your lips off mine
Who could see these words are swinging?
Wake up, wake up, wake up, wake up,

What did you keep coming out two sides of your mouth?
You didn't think I had hit my people on how your selling out
What did you think making your decision I'm dumb
Manipulative, Calculative, and a pet, you thought
I didn't know I couldn't see,
The spade and plain plan for using me
Like the picture you counterfeit its time to say good-night,
Its not a reason to say Good-bye, good-bye, buhbye

[Chorus]

The coffee is brewing now...
As for me pouring out
Eyes open now I see,
All that you take from me!





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song Wake Up by Fergie explores the theme of awakening from a negative and toxic relationship. The song describes the inner turmoil experienced when trying to navigate a relationship that is no longer serving any good. Fergie questions her own actions and thoughts, wondering why she keeps picking at her face and pulling out the roots of her hair. She acknowledges the self-destructive tendencies but still can’t seem to break free. She talks about feeling good crawling in the mess of the relationship and how the waves of change are pulling her in a different direction. Fergie then confronts her toxic partner, who has been manipulative and calculating with their emotions for their own personal gain. It's clear that the partner has been deceptive, and she can see through their lies. In the end, Fergie makes the decision to leave this relationship that has been weighing her down.


The song is written in a way that speaks to the heart of those who have been in a similar circumstance. It highlights the difficulty one can face when trying to leave a toxic relationship. Fergie uses a catchy rhythm and hard-hitting lyrics that resonate with the listener. She speaks from the heart, and it’s clear that this song comes from a place of personal experience. Throughout the track, Fergie takes us on a journey that speaks to the power of self-awareness and the courage required to leave a toxic relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, why do I keep pulling out the roots in my hair?
I am feeling anxious and stressed, which is causing me to engage in behaviors that show my distress, like pulling my hair out.


I'm picking at my face, its obvious there's nothing there
I am examining myself critically and trying to make myself look perfect, but there is nothing there to fix so I'm just causing harm.


What do keep at the edge of my skin?
I am constantly trying to push the envelope, testing my own limits to see what else I can do and how far I can go.


It feels so good to have a taste of what I'm crawling in.
Even though I know I'm in over my head in something, it feels good to try it out and see what lies ahead.


I got to go, I got to leave
I know I need to move on and leave this situation behind, even though it's hard.


The waves are changed today I'm pulling me
Things are changing, and I need to change with them and move forward in a different direction.


Even though I go with hip-hop, today, its taking to your next game*
Even though I have always been associated with one thing, I am ready to move on to something different and take on a new challenge.


Wake up, wake up, wake up, wake up,
I want everyone to wake up and realize what's happening and take action.


What did you keep coming out two sides of your mouth?
I don't trust you because you keep saying one thing and doing another.


You didn't think I had hit my people on how your selling out
You thought you could keep taking advantage of me and my people, but I'm not going to let that happen anymore.


Manipulative, Calculative, and a pet, you thought
I see through your attempts to control me and use me for your own purposes.


I didn't know I couldn't see,
I was blind to your deceit and manipulations.


The spade and plain plan for using me
You had a clear plan for using me, and I didn't even realize it until it was too late.


Like the picture you counterfeit its time to say good-night,
Your facade has been revealed, and it's time to say goodbye to this fake relationship.


Its not a reason to say Good-bye, good-bye, buhbye
This isn't the end of me, and I'm not going to let this experience defeat me. I'm ready for what comes next.


The coffee is brewing now...
I'm starting to wake up and see the world around me more clearly.


As for me pouring out
I am ready to let out my true feelings and speak my truth.


Eyes open now I see,
I have a new perspective and can see things for what they really are.


All that you take from me!
I'm done with letting you take advantage of me and steal my power. From now on, I'm in control.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WILL ADAMS, RAYMOND E. BRADY III, STACY FERGUSON

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@MisterBEP

I love this song!
Fergie really can do every style, she's awesome.

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@memyselfandi2311

She can sing, she can rap, she can dance , she's hot..You gotta love her!

@ImTheKillaMonster

omg im so happy i found this again!!! its so nostalgic for me

@JabrielWoodall

This is one of Fergie's Best Songs on her album, Dutchess!!

@famciaA

dis is one of best fergie's songs.

@MarieMickey

i love his song...fergie style is so distinctive

@ryangarza5513

I didn't think it was possible, but I love Fergie even more after this song :O :D

@larababaful

this song is the bomb!! i love it! props to you for putting it up :)

@spacemonkey321

Fergie's fergalicious. She can do just about everything. The superbowl half time was erased from my mind after this song until now.

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