Don't Be Ashamed
Flag & Family Lyrics


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Ooo, Ooo. Yeah, Yeah
I don't want to be this way anymore
I don't want to hurt the ones I love the most
Help me, Lord, to change
To be more like you
Cause I don't want to be this way anymore
As he drops his empty bottle
He hangs his head down low
And falls down to his knees and cries
I just got to let this go
I didn't mean to hurt them
And they've heard all this before
So many broken promises
But this time, I mean it Lord
I don't want to be this way anymore
I don't want to hurt the ones I love the most
Help me, Lord, to change
To be more like you
Cause I don't want to be this way anymore
Help me see what I've become
Help me right the wrongs I've done
Give me strength to overcome
Lord, I surrender to you
I don't want to be this way anymore (I don't want to be this way)
I don't want to hurt the ones I love the most
Help me, Lord, to change (Help me Lord)
To be more like you (Like you)
Cause I don't want to be this way anymore
Help me Lord to change
To be more like you
Cause I don't want to be this way




Help me not to be this way
I don't want to be this way anymore

Overall Meaning

In "Don't Be Ashamed," Flag & Family explores the theme of regret and redemption, focusing on the singer's desire to change his behavior and attitudes, especially towards those he loves. From the opening lines, the singer expresses his discontent with his current state and pleads for divine intervention, asking God to help him transform into someone more virtuous and compassionate. The central message of the song is a universal one – that we all have the capacity to change and to make amends for our past mistakes, as long as we are willing to acknowledge our faults and ask for help.


The second verse of the song heightens the emotional tension and reveals more about the singer's struggles. He laments his past actions and the impact they have had on his relationships, admitting his recurring tendency to make promises he can't keep. The image of the broken bottle and the singer dropping to his knees suggests a moment of crisis or catharsis, as he confronts the reality of his situation and seeks a way out. The chorus repeats the plea for help and transformation, emphasizing the urgency and sincerity of the singer's prayer.


Overall, "Don't Be Ashamed" is a moving and introspective piece that resonates with anyone who has experienced feelings of remorse or inadequacy. The lyrics are poetic and heartfelt, conveying a sense of humility and vulnerability that is rare in contemporary music. The song demonstrates Flag & Family's talent for creating emotional and authentic music that speaks directly to the human experience.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooo, Ooo. Yeah, Yeah
The singer is exclaiming in agreement with something


I don't want to be this way anymore
The singer is expressing a desire to change a negative aspect of themselves


I don't want to hurt the ones I love the most
The singer is acknowledging that their negative behavior is causing harm to loved ones


Help me, Lord, to change
The singer is asking for divine assistance in their quest for self-improvement


To be more like you
The singer is specifically asking to embody the traits and characteristics of their religious icons


Cause I don't want to be this way anymore
The singer repeats their desire to change their negative behavior


As he drops his empty bottle
The singer is describing a scene of someone hitting rock bottom in their negative behavior


He hangs his head down low
The singer is using body language to depict the sorrow and shame this person is feeling


And falls down to his knees and cries
The singer is showing the desperation and emotional turmoil of the person at their lowest point


I just got to let this go
The person is acknowledging they need to let go of their negative behavior in order to move forward


I didn't mean to hurt them
The person is admitting their negative behavior was unintentional


And they've heard all this before
The person's loved ones are likely tired of hearing apologies and empty promises


So many broken promises
The person is acknowledging they have disappointed their loved ones in the past


But this time, I mean it Lord
The person is expressing genuine intent to change their behavior with the help of their faith


Help me see what I've become
The person is asking for assistance in acknowledging and understanding the negative aspects of themselves


Help me right the wrongs I've done
The person is seeking ways to make amends for the harm they have caused


Give me strength to overcome
The person is acknowledging they need strength beyond their own to change their behavior


Lord, I surrender to you
The person is offering themselves up to their faith for guidance and direction


Help me not to be this way
The person is expressing a strong desire to leave their negative behavior behind them


I don't want to be this way anymore
The singer is repeating their desire for change as a conclusion to the song




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Written by: Jimille Mills, Michael Mills

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This video was lit 🔥and I love u Rush FAM ❤thank for this valuable lesson ,never judge a person when u don't really know what that person may be going through or even had a tough life out there.Love u guys,, keep up with this good rememberable lessons .

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hugo villasenor

You can’t shame people how They are🙂

Gregg Michi

Ya

Kassidy Molina

Perfect lesson don't judge someone based on looks because they might turn out to be someone you need

amanda inman

That is so sad

Sparkily Jerusha Williams

And he was literally so brave so he is trying his best for his kids and showing him his kids that they can never bully anyone

keneilwe ntoyi

Respect people the way you want to be treated 🙏🙏

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