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Life Story
Gone Baby Gone Lyrics
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Think you're something special cause we know who you are
Smalltime loser, I guarantee
You made your big connection from down upon your knees
And you know now
How it goes down
Girl you seem so good even your garbage is clean
Backseat lover, you're overexposed
It happened under covers but now everyone knowns
And you know now
How it goes down
Turn it up now, live it out loud,
Never back down, never background your life story
Up now like a storm cloud
Livin highbrow, got your cash cow your life story
Up now like a showdown
Never knew how but you know now how to get low down
Your life story
(break)
Bitch slap beatdown on your beatup guitar
Playin on the corner for some change in your jar
Bear your soul, you took your abuse
You can only win cause you've got nothin to lose
Turn it up now, live it out loud,
Never back down, never background your life story
Up now like a storm cloud
Livin highbrow, got your cash cow your life story
Up now like a showdown
Never knew how but you know now how to get low down
Your life story
These lyrics present a commentary on various societal constructs and traditional expectations of fame and success. The song discusses the contrast between bigshot losers and smalltime losers, highlighting the idea that success can be achieved through immoral connections rather than genuine talent or hard work. The chorus encourages the listener to turn up the volume and live their life story boldly without fearing the background. The second verse mentions a beauty queen who has been overexposed, indicating the dangers of fame and the media's obsession with it. The third verse discusses a musician playing on the corner for change, demonstrating the idea that sometimes the most authentic and honest artistic expression comes from those who have nothing to lose.
Overall, the lyrics convey a message that we should not be afraid to be true to ourselves and our own stories, even in the face of societal pressure and expectations. The song recognizes the struggles of those who may have been overlooked or dismissed by society, celebrating their authenticity and artistic expression.
Line by Line Meaning
Bigshot loser, movie star
You might think that you are special because you are a famous movie star, but in reality, you are just a failure.
Think you're something special cause we know who you are
Just because people know you doesn't mean you are better or more important than anyone else.
Smalltime loser, I guarantee
You are not better than anyone else, no matter how much you might try to convince yourself otherwise.
You made your big connection from down upon your knees
You got to where you are today by sucking up to the right people, not through hard work and dedication.
And you know now
How it goes down
You are aware of the harsh reality of the situation.
Backseat lover, beauty queen
You might appear to be a beautiful, innocent girl, but in reality, you are promiscuous and have slept with many people.
Girl you seem so good even your garbage is clean
You might try to hide your flaws, but deep down, you are still the same messed up person.
Backseat lover, you're overexposed
Your promiscuous behavior has come to light, and everyone knows about it now.
It happened under covers but now everyone knowns
You might have thought you could keep your secrets hidden, but eventually, they will always come out.
Turn it up now, live it out loud,
Never back down, never background your life story
Embrace your life story and live it unapologetically. Don't be afraid to be who you are or to stand up for yourself.
Up now like a storm cloud
Livin highbrow, got your cash cow your life story
You are living life to the fullest and making the most of your situation. You have a lot of money and resources, and you are using them to your advantage.
Up now like a showdown
Never knew how but you know now how to get low down
Your life story
You might not have always known how to win, but now you do. You are willing to do whatever it takes to get ahead, even if it means playing dirty.
(break)
Intermission.
Bitch slap beatdown on your beatup guitar
Playin on the corner for some change in your jar
You might be down on your luck and struggling to make ends meet, but you are still trying to make the most of what you have. You are playing music on the streets to earn some money.
Bear your soul, you took your abuse
You can only win cause you've got nothin to lose
You have been through a lot of pain and hardship, but you are still standing. You are willing to take risks because you don't have anything left to lose.
Contributed by Eliana C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.