Do It on My Own
Fraggle Rock Lyrics


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Well, I can paint and I can sew and I can sweep it clean.
I can pop the popcorn.
I can fill the pop machine.
I can even be the diving queen.
I can do it on my own.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
I can do it.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
On my own
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
I can do it on my own
I can build a grand stand,
For the fans from near and far.
I can be the band, because I play a mean guitar.
I can even be the swimming star.
I can do it on my own.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
Yes I can.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
On my own.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
I can do it on my own.
Don't pretend that you can bake and race and bang a hammer.
Why pretend when you want the best,
And we all know that I am her.
Don't pretend that no one else has got abilities.
I don't need pretending all I need is me, me, me!
I can swim and I can win,
'Cause I'm the referee.
I can give myself the prize for popularity.
I can even shout, "Hooray for me!"
I can do it on my own.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
Yes I can.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
Gonna do it.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
On my own.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
Stand back.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
Look out.
(Do it, do it. On your own.)
Gonna do it.




(Do it, do it. On your own.)
I can do it on my own.

Overall Meaning

The song "Do It On My Own" from Fraggle Rock is all about celebrating one's own abilities and independence. The lyrics highlight the different tasks and roles the singer can take on, from painting and sewing to being a diving queen and swimming star. The singer insists that they don't need anyone else to accomplish these things, and encourages listeners to embrace their own abilities and not pretend to have skills they don't possess.


The repetition of the phrase "I can do it on my own" reinforces the message of self-reliance and confidence in one's own abilities. The inclusion of lines like "I don't need pretending all I need is me, me, me!" and "Gonna do it. On my own. Stand back. Look out." add a playful and energetic tone to the song.


Overall, "Do It On My Own" is an empowering anthem for anyone who needs a reminder of their own strength and capabilities. It encourages listeners to embrace their individuality and believe in themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, I can paint and I can sew and I can sweep it clean.
I am capable and skilled in various tasks such as painting, sewing, and cleaning.


I can pop the popcorn.
I am capable of operating popcorn machines.


I can fill the pop machine.
I am capable of filling the pop machine.


I can even be the diving queen.
I am capable of being an expert in diving.


I can do it on my own. (Do it, do it. On your own.) I can do it. (Do it, do it. On your own.) On my own (Do it, do it. On your own.) I can do it on my own
I can accomplish these tasks independently and confidently.


I can build a grand stand, For the fans from near and far. I can be the band, because I play a mean guitar. I can even be the swimming star.
I am capable of constructing a grand stand, playing music, and swimming.


Don't pretend that you can bake and race and bang a hammer. Why pretend when you want the best, And we all know that I am her.
There is no need for pretending to be capable of tasks when someone else is already the best at them.


Don't pretend that no one else has got abilities. I don't need pretending all I need is me, me, me!
There is no need to pretend that others do not have abilities when I am confident in my own.


I can swim and I can win, 'Cause I'm the referee. I can give myself the prize for popularity. I can even shout, "Hooray for me!"
I am capable of swimming and winning while also being the referee. I can even give myself recognition and praise.


Gonna do it. (Do it, do it. On your own.) On my own. (Do it, do it. On your own.) Stand back. (Do it, do it. On your own.) Look out. (Do it, do it. On your own.) Gonna do it. (Do it, do it. On your own.) I can do it on my own.
I am confident in my abilities and will do what I need to do independently, without any assistance.




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Fraggle Rock Songs and Lyrics

I explore the universe,
It’s what I gotta do.
Every great explorer needs adventures that are new.
But there’s one more thing that must be true.

I can do it on my own (do it do it on your own)
Yes I can! (do it do it on your own)
On my own! (do it do it on your own)
I can do it on my own!

I go out in spite of doubt,
To see what I can see.
Hoping to discover what a hero oughta be
Sometimes I discover that it’s me.

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Yes I can! (do it do it on your own)
Gonna do it! (do it do it on your own)
On my own! (do it do it on your own)
Stand back! (do it do it own your own)
Look out! (do it do it own your own)
Gonna do it! (do it do it own your own)
I can do it on my own!

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