I'm Gonna Be
Haley And Michaels Lyrics
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I'm gonna be somebody
I'm gonna be a real gone cat
Then I won't want you
Everything's going to roll my way
I won't need nobody
I'm gonna be a real gone cat
You will cry, cry, cry
You will sigh, sigh, sigh
You will wonder why I don't look at you
When I go rolling by
I'm gonna be a wheel someday
I'm gonna be somebody
I'm gonna be a real gone cat
Then I won't want you
I'm gonna be a wheel someday
I'm gonna be somebody
I'm gonna be a real gone cat
Then I won't want you
Everything's going to roll my way
I won't need nobody
I'm gonna be a real gone cat
Then I won't want you
You will cry, cry, cry
You will sigh, sigh, sigh
You will wonder why I don't look at you
When I go rolling by
I'm gonna be a wheel someday
I'm gonna be somebody
I'm gonna be a real gone cat
The lyrics of the song "I'm Gonna Be" by Haley and Michaels depict the classic tale of a person who has been rejected and dismissed by someone they cared about at one point in time. The singer of the song claims that they will be successful and well-known in the future, and that the person who rejected them will come to regret having done so. The recurring refrain, "I'm gonna be a wheel someday," reinforces this idea of success and upward mobility, suggesting that the singer will be in a position of power and wealth.
Through the use of phrases like "real gone cat" and "roll my way," the song employs a vintage rock 'n' roll style that conveys a sense of rebellion and bravado. The lyrics speak directly to the person who rejected the singer, suggesting that they will be left behind in the dust while the singer moves forward in life. The repetition of the phrases "You will cry, cry, cry" and "You will sigh, sigh, sigh," further emphasize the consequence of rejecting someone who will achieve success in the future.
Overall, the song "I'm Gonna Be" is an upbeat tune with a vintage flair that expresses the determination and confidence of someone who has been rejected but refuses to stay down. The song speaks to anyone who has ever felt dismissed or overlooked, and encourages them to keep moving forward towards their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm gonna be a wheel someday
One day I will be a big shot or influential person.
I'm gonna be somebody
I will become a significant or important person.
I'm gonna be a real gone cat
I am going to be a cool and popular person.
Then I won't want you
Once I become successful, I will no longer need or desire a relationship with you.
Everything's going to roll my way
Things will work out well for me.
I won't need nobody
I will be independent and not require anyone's assistance.
You will cry, cry, cry
You will feel sad or upset.
You will sigh, sigh, sigh
You will express frustration or disappointment.
You will wonder why I don't look at you
You will question why I am not paying attention to you or giving you the time of day.
When I go rolling by
As I become successful and move forward, you will be left behind.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVE BARTHOLOMEW, ANTOINE DOMINO, ROY HAYES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Glaycier
Yes. I heard this version at a winter guard show. I FOUND IT! screaming I got confused with a different version but this one sound way more like the song.
@faithmarie9290
same
@jenegermeier8457
how do i purchase this song? it used to be on Spotify and i thought i lost it!!!! I want it to be the song i walk down the aisle to at my wedding!!!!!
@solomontoledo5383
these guys are very very good are they going on tour
@Booksurfs
+Solomon Toledo I saw them last night! they opened for Chris Young.
@user-ee7kb6sf5g
So annoyed this was removed from spotify🙄
@franky4778
Yes! Why was it deleted. Now i gotta listen to the annoying ass commercial before and after
@er3290
Anyone else try to find a female cover because you love the song but dont like the original singer's voice??
@mirajoy2306
Working hard for you*
Not; “Working on for you”
Lol
Really good song though!
@MrLazarus535
Open to interpretation from the Scottish version....