Keep On Pushing
Impressions (The) Lyrics
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Keep on pushing
I've got to keep on pushing (mmm-hmm)
I can't stop now
Move up a little higher
Some way, somehow
And it don't make sense
Not to keep on pushing
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Keep on pushing
Now maybe some day (mmm-hmm)
I'll reach that higher goal
I know I can make it
With just a little bit of soul
'Cause I've got my strength
And it don't make sense
Not to keep on pushing
Now look-a look (look-a look)
A-look-a yonder
What's that I see
A great big stone wall
Stands there ahead of me
But I've got my pride
And I'll move on aside
And keep on pushing
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Keep on pushing
Keep on pushing, what'd I say
Keep on pushing, well it's all right
Keep on pushing
The Impressions' "Keep on Pushing" is an uplifting and motivational song that encourages persistence in the face of obstacles. The lyrics are about perseverance and pushing through challenges to reach one's goals. Curtis Mayfield's feather-light voice is perfect for this beautiful yet intense song. He encourages listeners to continue pushing towards their goals despite any setbacks or hardships encountered along the way.
The opening lines make it clear that the singer is undeterred in pursuit of their dreams, acknowledging that they cannot stop now, they must keep pushing. The singer's strength and faith are part of why they won't give up on reaching their goal. They know that the path ahead won't be easy, but they are willing to face any obstacle because they have faith that they will achieve what they set out to do. There's a sense of hope and optimism present in the lyrics as the singer declares that they will make it to their destination with a little bit of soul.
The second verse shows the singer confronting a great big stone wall that stands ahead of them. Though the obstacle seems insurmountable, the singer is determined to overcome it. They will move on aside and keep on pushing until they reach their destination. The song culminates in an uplifting repetition of the lines "Keep on pushing, what'd I say/Keep on pushing, well, it's all right." These lines serve as a rallying cry of perseverance, encouraging listeners to never give up on their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Keep on pushing
Encouraging oneself to persevere
Keep on pushing
Repeating the need to keep going
I've got to keep on pushing (mmm-hmm)
Acknowledging the need to keep moving forward
I can't stop now
Emphasizing that pausing is not an option
Move up a little higher
Strive to achieve a higher level of accomplishment
Some way, somehow
Finding a solution to move forward
'Cause I've got my strength
Relying on one's own personal fortitude
And it don't make sense
Not logical to give up
Not to keep on pushing
Keep persevering
Hallelujah, hallelujah
Expressing gratitude and joy
Now maybe some day (mmm-hmm)
Hoping for future success
I'll reach that higher goal
Planning to achieve a specific aspiration
I know I can make it
Believing in oneself
With just a little bit of soul
Incorporating a strong conviction to achieve the desired goal
Now look-a look (look-a look)
Calling attention to something ahead
A-look-a yonder
Gazing into the distance
What's that I see
Noticing a mysterious object
A great big stone wall
An obstacle that appears difficult to overcome
Stands there ahead of me
The challenge can be seen in the horizon
But I've got my pride
Holding onto personal dignity
And I'll move on aside
Finding a way around the obstacle
And keep on pushing
Continuing with determination
Keep on pushing, what'd I say
Repeating the message of perseverance
Keep on pushing, well it's all right
Encouraging the listener to persist
Keep on pushing
Reiterating the push for continued effort
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CURTIS L MAYFIELD
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