Young Free and Happy
Girl Thing Lyrics
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When I was only six years old
I was picked around at school
I used to close my eyes and tried to hide
When I finally told my dad
He said it's gonna be so cool
They don't really care what lies inside
I've gotta rule the wild
Last upon time to time
I only wish to make you mine al night
But when it happens baby you can take me anywhere
It's gonna follow us and I don't care
Because we're young, free and happy
No need to be down, troubled or sad
Cause when you're young, free and happy
You know it's the best thing that you'll ever have
I was only sweet fifteen
When my mummy told me a story, yeah
About the birds en bees and everything
You've got plenty of years to decide
So what I try you're not to ignore me
Wasn't only after just one thing
I've gotta rule the wild
Last upon time to time
I only wish to make you mine al night
But when it happens baby you can take me anywhere
It's gonna follow us and I don't care
Because we're young, free and happy
No need to be down, troubled or sad
Cause when you're young, free and happy
You know it's the best thing that you'll ever have
Hmmmm, hmmmmm
Hmmmm, hmmmmm
It was 1999
When a stranger said to me
D'you wanna come with me and dance and sing
When I asked my mum and dad
They said if that's what you want to be
I left home and I changed everything
What did she say?
And she told me you're gonna have little time
What did he say?
And he told me some nice things I could buy
What did they say?
And they told me we're definitely by your side
What did they say?
What did they say?
OOOOOOOOOOH
Cause when you're young, free and happy
No need to be down, troubled or sad
Cause when you're young, free and happy
You know it's the best thing that you'll ever have
repeat to fade
The song "Young Free and Happy" by the British girl group Girl Thing is all about embracing one's youth and living in the moment without any worries or sadness. The song is a nostalgic look back at the carefree days of childhood, where the little things were enough to bring joy and happiness. The song is a celebration of the time when the world was full of possibilities and potential, and everything and anything was within reach.
The opening lyrics reflect on childhood, where the singer talks about being bullied at school and feeling insecure. However, after confiding in her father, she was reassured that what lay beneath was more important than what was on the surface. The following lyrics talk about living in the moment and seizing the day, rather than worrying about what might happen in the future.
The chorus emphasizes the theme of the song, reminding us to embrace youth and all the positivity it brings, without any negativity, sadness or worries. The lyrics portray that the best thing about being young is being free to make our own choices and not being tied down by responsibilities. The song suggests that it is important to make the most of the time, as youth fades away quickly.
Overall, "Young Free and Happy" is an upbeat and fun song that inspires people to enjoy life spontaneously and make the most of their youthful days.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was only six years old
At the tender age of six
I was picked around at school
I was bullied in school
I used to close my eyes and tried to hide
I would try to avoid the bullies by hiding
When I finally told my dad
I confided in my dad
He said it's gonna be so cool
He reassured me that things will be okay
They don't really care what lies inside
The bullies don't care about my feelings or personality
I've gotta rule the wild
I want to be in charge of my own life
Last upon time to time
Every once in a while
I only wish to make you mine al night
I want to spend the whole night with you
But when it happens baby you can take me anywhere
I'm willing to go anywhere with you
It's gonna follow us and I don't care
I don't care what people think or say about us
It was only sweet fifteen
I was only fifteen years old
When my mummy told me a story, yeah
My mom told me a story
About the birds en bees and everything
She talked to me about sex education
You've got plenty of years to decide
I have enough time to make decisions about my life
So what I try you're not to ignore me
I don't want you to ignore me
Wasn't only after just one thing
I wasn't just looking for one thing
It was 1999
It was the year 1999
When a stranger said to me
When a stranger approached me
D'you wanna come with me and dance and sing
Do you want to join me in dancing and singing?
When I asked my mum and dad
When I asked my parents
They said if that's what you want to be
They said I could do what I wanted to do
I left home and I changed everything
I left home and made some major changes in my life
And she told me you're gonna have little time
She warned me that time is limited
And he told me some nice things I could buy
He suggested some things I could buy
And they told me we're definitely by your side
They assured me of their support
What did they say?
What did they say?
Cause when you're young, free and happy
Because being young, free, and happy is the best feeling
No need to be down, troubled or sad
There's no reason to feel down, troubled, or sad
You know it's the best thing that you'll ever have
Being young, free, and happy is the best thing ever
Contributed by Declan M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.