From the band's own website:
"The Movers – Rich, Scott, Dave and Smitty -- began in New Orleans in 2003 and now are fast-rising stars on the national kids music scene thanks to their combination of radio-friendly songs, kid-friendly themes and dynamic live shows. In concert, the Movers teach high-energy dances, play games with the audience and make music on their one-of-a-kind trashcan drumset. Kids and parents help perform new kids classics like “Shakable You,” “The Medicine Song,” “What’s in the Fridge?” and "I Want My Mommy (Time for Bed).""
and:
"In 2007, Disney Channel green-lighted a Movers television series for Playhouse Disney featuring Rich, Scott, Dave and Smitty as blue-collar brainstormers working hard to solve “idea emergencies” in their Idea Warehouse, a clearinghouse of infinite inspirations. Through songs, stories and skits, the Movers move kids to exercise their bodies and brains."
Try Again
Imagination Movers Lyrics
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Painting a picture, I know I'll get better
Write my name down but something's just not right
Try again, try again, try again
What if I don't get it right the first time?
Come on, you'll get little closer next time
What if I can't stay inside the line?
I am on a bike ride twisting and turning
Slipping and falling, I know that I'm learning
Soon I'll be riding along with all my friends
Try again, try again, try again
What if I don't get it right the first time?
Come on, you'll get little closer next time
A little wobbly but still I'm going to try
A little practice and you'll do it right
When you wanna give up, when you wanna give in
Try again, try again, try again
When it's looking so tough that you think you can't win
Try again, try again, try again
When you wanna give up, when you wanna give in
Try again, try again, try again
When it's looking so tough when you think you can't win
Try again, try again, try again
Try again, try again, try again
Try again, try again, try again
The lyrics of Imagination Movers’s song Try Again can be interpreted as an encouragement for children to keep trying even when things don’t come easily to them. The first verse focuses on the various skills that children must learn in the early stages of their development, such as recognizing numbers and letters and painting. The repetition of “try again” after each line of the verse emphasizes that it’s okay to make mistakes and that with practice, they will improve. The second verse embraces a metaphor where the child is on a bike ride and is falling and learning from their mistakes. This verse highlights the importance of perseverance, patience, and resilience to learn new things.
The chorus of the song, “When you wanna give up, when you wanna give in, Try again, try again, try again,” is a simple but effective message that is meant to boost the child’s confidence while reminding them that trying is an essential part of learning. The song's overall message is to keep trying even if it seems hard and failure is inevitable because every effort counts, and with patience and more attempts, success will eventually come.
Line by Line Meaning
Knowing my numbers, learning my letters
I'm learning the basics, building a foundation
Painting a picture, I know I'll get better
I'm trying my best and with practice, I'll improve
Write my name down but something's just not right
I made a mistake but I won't give up
Try again, try again, try again
I'll keep trying until I get it right
What if I don't get it right the first time?
I'm worried about failing
Come on, you'll get a little closer next time
Don't give up, each attempt gets you closer to success
What if I can't stay inside the line?
I'm struggling with a task
A little practice and you'll do it right
With effort and practice, I'll improve
I am on a bike ride twisting and turning
I'm facing a challenging task
Slipping and falling, I know that I'm learning
Mistakes are part of the learning process
Soon I'll be riding along with all my friends
I'll succeed and be proud of my achievements
When you wanna give up, when you wanna give in
At times, you'll feel like giving up
When it's looking so tough that you think you can't win
You'll face challenging situations
Try again, try again, try again
Keep trying and don't give up
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KEVIN DERON BRERETON, TARIK L. COLLINS, ANTHONY BOURGE, RAYMOND ANTHONY PHILLIPS, JOHN BURKE SHELLEY, CRISTIAN MARCELO BAHAMONDE, DANIEL HUMBERTO ORELLANA
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