Best I Am
Flaw Lyrics


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Long.
I've Been Running away for far too long
Afraid of what
Afraid of what I know is soon to come
I may not be much of an example right now
But I can give you all of my knowledge on how
to get along in this place
right now all I can say

[Chorus]
Is that I will do the best that I can
to be a good example of man
I know one day that You'll understand
you deserve the best that I am
you deserve the best that I am

It's So hard
so hard to think about when I was child
so angry at life
I blamed the world for such a long long time
But Things happened so quickly
some people just go
I needed answers to heal me
I wanted to know how to get by
and now its my turn to say

[chorus]

This is all for you
everything in this world
everything in my world
everything in your world
things won't always go right in this life
there's always changes
we'll make it





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song "Best I Am" by Flaw is about the struggles that the singer faces in his life and his desire to be a better person. The lyrics in the first verse suggest that he has been running away from something for a long time, and he is afraid of what is coming next. He realizes that he may not be the best example right now, but he wants to share his knowledge with others about how to get along in life. In the chorus, he states that he will do his best to be a good example of a man, and he knows that one day, those around him will understand that he is doing everything he can to be the best version of himself.


The second verse highlights how difficult it was for the singer to come to terms with his past, and how he struggled with anger and blame for a long time. He found himself needing answers to help heal him and move forward in life. Now that he has found some level of clarity, he is ready to share his message with those around him. The final chorus emphasizes that everything he is doing is for the ones he cares about – his world and theirs. He knows that there will be challenges in life, but he is determined to rise above them and show the best version of himself.


Line by Line Meaning

Long.
I have been avoiding my problems and responsibilities for an extended period.


I've Been Running away for far too long
For an extended duration, I've been evading my issues and obligations.


Afraid of what
I'm apprehensive and fearful of the anticipated consequences.


Afraid of what I know is soon to come
I'm apprehensive and fearful of the expected outcome that will soon unfold.


I may not be much of an example right now
My current behavior may not lend itself as a model behavior other people should emulate.


But I can give you all of my knowledge on how
Regardless, I have adequate know-how to impart to others.


to get along in this place
I can offer advice on navigating the complexities of the world we live in.


right now all I can say
At the moment, my words of advice are limited to the following.


Is that I will do the best that I can
I vow to exert all effort within me to perform optimally.


to be a good example of man
I plan to be a positive model from which others can learn.


I know one day that You'll understand
I'm confident that you will comprehend and empathize with my struggles one day.


you deserve the best that I am
I will endeavor to curate and display the best version of myself for you.


It's So hard
It's challenging to confront past traumas.


so hard to think about when I was child
It's difficult for me to recall my childhood because of the pain associated with it.


so angry at life
I was once furious with the way life treated me.


I blamed the world for such a long long time
I held the world responsible for my problems and faults for an extended period.


But Things happened so quickly
Things took an unexpected and fast-paced turn in my life.


some people just go
Some people leave without giving us an explanation.


I needed answers to heal me
I required answers to cure my emotional wounds.


I wanted to know how to get by
I desired knowledge on how to overcome difficulties and navigate life.


and now its my turn to say
Now that I have found answers, it's my responsibility to share them.


This is all for you
What I do, and what I've learned is all for your sake.


everything in this world
Everything in this world is interconnected in some way, and hence my experiences can resonate with you.


everything in my world
All my experiences, memories, and knowledge make up my world.


everything in your world
All the things you've been exposed to and experienced make up your world.


things won't always go right in this life
Life is filled with uncertainties, and unpleasant events are inevitable.


there's always changes
Change is constant and unavoidable.


we'll make it
Even so, despite the challenges, we'll find a way to endure and persevere.


[Chorus]
The following lyrics are part of the chorus.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHRIS VOLZ, CHRISTOPHER BALLINGER, JASON DAUNT, LANCE ARNY, RYAN JURHS

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@kaitlynhdz1249

Long
I've been running away for far too long
Afraid of what?
Afraid of what I know is soon to come
I may not be much of an example right now
But I can give you all of my knowledge on how
To get along in this place

Right now, all I can say
Is I will do the best that I can
To be a good example of man
And I know one day that you'll understand
You deserve the best that I am
You deserve the best that I am

It's so hard
So hard to think about when I was a child
So angry at life
I blamed the world for such a long, long time
But things happened so quickly
Some people just go
I needed answers to heal me
I wanted to know how to get by
And now its my turn to say

That I will do the best that I can
To be a good example of man
And I know one day that you'll understand
You deserve the best that I am
So I gotta do the best that I can
To be a good example of man
And I know one day that you'll understand
You deserve the best that I am, I am, I am
Long
I've been running away for far too long
Afraid of what?
Afraid of what I know is soon to come
I may not be much of an example right now
But I can give you all of my knowledge on how
To get along in this place

Right now, all I can say
Is I will do the best that I can
To be a good example of man
And I know one day that you'll understand
You deserve the best that I am
You deserve the best that I am

It's so hard
So hard to think about when I was a child
So angry at life
I blamed the world for such a long, long time
But things happened so quickly
Some people just go
I needed answers to heal me
I wanted to know how to get by
And now its my turn to say

That I will do the best that I can
To be a good example of man
And I know one day that you'll understand
You deserve the best that I am
So I gotta do the best that I can
To be a good example of man
And I know one day that you'll understand
You deserve the best that I am, I am, I am

(everything in this world)
(everything in this world)
This is all for you
(everything in this world)
(everything in your world)
Things won't (everything in this world)
Always
Go right (everything in my world)
In this life
There's always changes.(everything in your world)
We'll make it

That's why I gotta do the best that I can
To be a good example of man
And I know one day that you'll understand
You deserve the best I am, I am, I am

And I will..
Cause I will..
I will..

I will do the best that I can!

💪🙌🙏👌🤘



All comments from YouTube:

@kristenalyse197

This band got me through one of the darkest years of my life. Haven’t listened to them in about 14-15 years until just now. It’s amazing how a song can take you back in time. ❤️

@valentinzeller8439

One day i actually started listening to the rock songs i liked. And it changed my life.

@jaredmccarty8492

Your amazing! Please don't ever forget that! You are worth it! And you are loved!

Flaw is an amazing band and got me through a lot as well!

Live, laugh, love!

@fernandorodriguez7333

Everybody's sharing touching stories and thoughts about how this song fits in the parent-son relationship, but today I want to dedicate this song to me... I will do the best that I can for myself.

@thebishop8853

I hear that 100% I dedicate to myself as well. i was a freshman when i first heard this song. Now, being a 34 year old, i see so much of myself in this i can't help but mirror your statement.

@fernandorodriguez7333

@The Bishop Good to know there's someone else related to that. Hope you can become the best man you deserve, my friend.

@amberarnold8262

This song kills me! I loved it when I was younger and now at 33 years old it has a whole new meaning now that I have a 4 year old son. His father is not present and I play both roles, just doing the best that I can to raise this boy into a man.

@lonniechiasson1747

Keep up the good work , my mom and grandparents raised me :)

@413MassDigger

omg so true,, grown ass man now, and still tears as i listen now,, i sung this to my son the day he was born..

@calvinandgaming4268

U ain't just fuckin whistling Dixie..lolo

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