Sometimes
H.E.R. Lyrics
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Sometimes you gotta
Sometimes
Sometimes it don't go your way
Sometimes, sometimes
You gotta
Oh, yeah
I knew where I was going when I left out
You couldn't tell me that I wouldn't be there on time
I had some guarantees, I had a deadline
But now I know things change for better or worse
You could say that I'm the same but
I adjusted through all the hurt
So many no's, so many yes'
Don't want to blame, don't got the answers
I felt the pain, I can attest it
That's just the game and I respect it, yeah
'Cause sometimes shit don't go your way, sometimes
And sometimes you gon' have those days, yeah
And sometimes you'll feel out of place
You can't promise me it'll be the same
'Cause sometimes change, sometimes (yeah yeah)
Sometimes change, yeah (yeah yeah)
I had a day, I had a vision
This was the day I was supposed to be living (living)
Instead of worrying 'bout the temporary things
I hate not knowing where it's gonna take me
So many no's, so many yes'
Ooh I was sure, but now I'm guessing
Feel like my faith keep getting tested
I need a sign, I need a message, 'cause sometimes
'Cause sometimes shit don't go your way, sometimes (sometimes)
And sometimes you gon' have those days, yeah (yeah, yeah)
And sometimes you'll feel out of place
You can't promise me it'll be the same
'Cause sometimes change, sometimes (yeah yeah)
Sometimes change, yeah (yeah yeah)
Sometimes change
(Sometimes)
(Sometimes, yeah, ohh)
(Oh) 'Cause sometimes shit don't go your way
Sometimes (it don't go your way, yeah)
And sometimes you gon' have those days, yeah (have those days)
And sometimes you'll feel out of place (out of place, yeah)
You can't promise me it'll be the same (oh, that it always will be)
'Cause sometimes change, sometimes (yeah yeah)
Sometimes change (sometimes)
Yeah, sometimes change
In the song Sometimes, H.E.R. touches on the idea that life can be unpredictable and things may not always go as planned. The opening line, "Sometimes it don't go your way," serves as a reminder that even with the best laid plans, there is still a possibility of failure. The repetition of the word "sometimes" throughout the song emphasizes the unpredictability of life and the fact that there are no guarantees.
The second verse highlights the frustration that can come with change and uncertainty. H.E.R. had a vision for her life and a set plan, but things did not work out as she hoped. She expresses her desire for a sign or a message to help her navigate through the uncertainty. This can be relatable to many people who have experienced periods of doubt or confusion in their lives.
Overall, Sometimes is a song that speaks to the human experience of coping with the unpredictable nature of life. The lyrics serve to remind us that it's important to be adaptable and adjust to the changing circumstances that we may face.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes it don't go your way
Occasionally life doesn't go as planned
Sometimes you gotta
Sometimes you must adapt
Sometimes
At times
Oh, yeah
Expressing affirmation
I had a plan, I had it mapped out
I had a well-detailed strategy plotted out
I knew where I was going when I left out
My destination was crystal clear to me
You couldn't tell me that I wouldn't be there on time
Nobody could convince me that I wouldn't make it on schedule
I had some guarantees, I had a deadline
I had assurances and a cut-off time
But now I know things change for better or worse
Now I'm aware that transformations can either be opportune or undesirable
You could say that I'm the same but
While I might look unchanged,
I adjusted through all the hurt
I'd to adapt despite the suffering
So many no's, so many yes'
I've encountered countless rejections and approvals
Don't want to blame, don't got the answers
I don't intend to hold anyone accountable or know the solutions
I felt the pain, I can attest it
I've experienced the agony and can confirm it
That's just the game and I respect it, yeah
That's merely how life works, and I acknowledge it
'Cause sometimes shit don't go your way, sometimes
Since in some cases, life doesn't go according to plan
And sometimes you gon' have those days, yeah
Occasionally, you'll have moments like this
And sometimes you'll feel out of place
And once in a while, you may feel displaced
You can't promise me it'll be the same
You cannot guarantee that everything will continue as normal
'Cause sometimes change, sometimes (yeah yeah)
Because sometimes transformation is inevitable
Sometimes change, yeah (yeah yeah)
Occasionally, there is a transformation
I had a day, I had a vision
I had a day and a vision for it
This was the day I was supposed to be living (living)
Today was the day planned for living
Instead of worrying 'bout the temporary things
Rather than stressing over transient issues
I hate not knowing where it's gonna take me
I dislike not knowing what's ahead
Ooh I was sure, but now I'm guessing
I was confident initially, but now I'm uncertain
Feel like my faith keep getting tested
It appears as if my faith keeps getting tried
I need a sign, I need a message, 'cause sometimes
I'm searching for direction, confirmation, sometimes,
'Cause sometimes shit don't go your way, sometimes (sometimes)
Because occasionally our plans go awry
And sometimes you gon' have those days, yeah (yeah, yeah)
And seldom you'll have those moments
And sometimes you'll feel out of place (out of place, yeah)
And on some occasions, you'll feel like you don't belong
You can't promise me it'll be the same (oh, that it always will be)
It's impossible to guarantee that everything will continue as before
'Cause sometimes change, sometimes (yeah yeah)
Because occasionally things transform unexpectedly
Sometimes change (sometimes)
Sometimes, transformation happens
Yeah, sometimes change
That's how it is at times
(Sometimes)
At times
(Sometimes, yeah, ohh)
Sometimes, yes, ohh
(Oh) 'Cause sometimes shit don't go your way
Oh, since life doesn't always comply with our wishes
Sometimes (it don't go your way, yeah)
Occasionally, things don't work as planned
And sometimes you gon' have those days, yeah (have those days)
And seldom, you'll have moments like this
And sometimes you'll feel out of place (out of place, yeah)
And occasionally, you'll feel misplaced
You can't promise me it'll be the same (oh, that it always will be)
Nobody can guarantee that everything will remain the same always
'Cause sometimes change, sometimes (yeah yeah)
Because occasionally, changes happen
Sometimes change (sometimes)
Sometimes, things transform
Yeah, sometimes change
That's how it is at times
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brittany Shaelyn Coney, Denisia Andrews, Dernst Emile, Gabriella Wilson, Hue Wayne Strother
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This song hits even worse after hearing about Kobe the King👑. RIP to you and everyone on that plane💔
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this song is sad, yet also so comforting and hopeful. it’s like the song that plays at the end of a movie.
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“Sometimes it don’t go your way...
Sometimes you feel outta place .”
That hit 😔👏🏾👏🏾
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This young lady makes true honest music that is so easy to relate to.
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