Don't Give Up On Me
J. A. Smith Lyrics


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I remember when you took a stand
With the pearl of wisdom in your hand
And a soul of desire
You hold your own up against the world
A lion's heart in a little girl
So unafraid of the fire

But those days don't last
Sweet dreams die fast
A stumble when you walk on the wire
When all your friends
Start giving in
The flames are burning higher and higher

[Chorus]
Don't give up, Andrea
Got the whole world at your feet
Just keep on holding on
This is where you need to be

All the days that you've been spending
Spinning while your heart's descending
Like a stone in the ocean
Sometimes when you think the world is ending
It's really just a new beginning
The other side of emotion

But I've seen your eyes
No compromise
When you set your mind on the matter
Be strong through the tears
And your sight will clear
You're gonna get what you're after

[Chorus]

Don't be surprised when the road divides
Just take the one less traveled by





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of J.A Smith's "Don't Give Up on Me" is a message of encouragement and support to Andrea, who seems to be facing a difficult phase in her life. The song opens with a reminiscence of Andrea's past, where she stood up for what she believed in with a pearl of wisdom in her hand and a lion's heart in a little girl. However, the subsequent lyrics describe how Andrea seems to be struggling with the current situation, as she stumbles while walking on the wire, and her friends are giving up. The lines "Sweet dreams die fast" and "The flames are burning higher and higher" add to the intensity of the struggles that Andrea might be going through.


The chorus of the song is a motivational call to Andrea to hold on, as she has the whole world at her feet. The lyrics urge her to keep holding on, as that's where she needs to be. The phrase "All the days that you've been spending, spinning while your heart's descending" captures the essence of what Andrea might be feeling - that she's lost her way and is spiraling downwards. But, the verse "Sometimes when you think the world is ending, it's really just a new beginning" is a reminder that things are not always as they seem. The song suggests that Andrea needs to be strong and not let go of her dreams. As long as she doesn't give up, she'll eventually get what she's after.


The final verse "Don't be surprised when the road divides, just take the one less traveled by" implies that the solution might not be apparent, and Andrea might have to take a different path to get where she wants to be. The song concludes with the chorus, reiterating the message of hope and perseverance.


Line by Line Meaning

I remember when you took a stand
I recall a time when you were bold and stood firmly for what you believed in


With the pearl of wisdom in your hand
You possessed a great deal of knowledge and understanding, which you demonstrated through your actions


And a soul of desire
You were driven by deep passion and ambition


You hold your own up against the world
You were able to stand up for yourself and your beliefs, even in the face of opposition or adversity


A lion's heart in a little girl
You had a courageous spirit and an unyielding determination, despite being young or inexperienced


So unafraid of the fire
You were fearless in the face of danger or challenge


But those days don't last
Unfortunately, this period of strength and confidence is not always sustainable or permanent


Sweet dreams die fast
Hopes and aspirations can be easily lost or forgotten


A stumble when you walk on the wire
Facing hardship or risky situations can result in mistakes or setbacks


When all your friends start giving in
The people around you may not share your convictions or may be swayed by opposing forces


The flames are burning higher and higher
The challenges become more intense and overwhelming


Don't give up, Andrea
This is an exhortation to keep trying and not to lose hope


Got the whole world at your feet
You have the potential for great success and achievement


Just keep on holding on
Hang in there and persevere


This is where you need to be
This is the right path for you to follow


All the days that you've been spending
These are the moments and experiences you have lived through


Spinning while your heart's descending
You may feel overwhelmed or confused, with your emotions in turmoil


Like a stone in the ocean
You feel weighed down and lost, like a small object in a vast and unpredictable environment


Sometimes when you think the world is ending
At times, it may seem as though everything is going wrong and there is no hope for the future


It's really just a new beginning
This is actually an opportunity for a fresh start or a different perspective


The other side of emotion
On the other side of pain and discomfort lies feelings of relief, hope, and happiness


But I've seen your eyes
I have observed your determination and strength of character


No compromise
You refuse to give in or back down on your principles and beliefs


When you set your mind on the matter
Once you have decided to pursue something, you are completely committed and focused


Be strong through the tears
Even when you are feeling vulnerable or emotional, you can still find strength within yourself


And your sight will clear
As you continue to strive towards your goals, your vision and perspective will become clearer and more focused


You're gonna get what you're after
Your hard work and determination will eventually pay off, and you will achieve your desired outcome


Don't be surprised when the road divides
Big decisions and changes may be unexpected, but they are a natural part of life


Just take the one less traveled by
Choose the path that is less conventional or popular, as it may lead to greater fulfillment and satisfaction




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: BRENT BOURGEOIS, MICHAEL W. SMITH, DOUGLAS MCKELVEY

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@33Oak

[Intro]
Mind, mind, you think I would
Mind, you think I would, mind
Mind, you think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh, my mind
Mind, mind, you think I would
Mind, you think I would, mind
Mind, you think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh, my mind

[Chorus]
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind, mind

[Verse 1]
Why on earth would I leave
If you were everything I wanted you to be?
When I saw what you did, who you were with
Got me questionin' the things that I believe

[Refrain]
So I ask myself, do I let you go?
Or do I keep you in the frame of my mind?
Now I'm growing wise to your sugar-coated lies
Nothing's sweet about my misery, yeah

[Pre-Chorus]
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh

[Chorus]
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind

[Verse 2]
You again, why'd you call?
I don't need to hear you cryin' out my name
Unlike before when you and I laid eye to eye
Now it's time for you to taste the bitter end

[Refrain]
So I ask myself, do I let you go?
Or do I keep you in the frame of my mind?
Now I'm growing wise to your sugar-coated lies
Nothing's sweet about my misery, yeah

[Pre-Chorus]
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh

[Chorus]
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind
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@makrinank9011

Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind, mind

[Verse 1]
Why on earth would I leave
If you were everything I wanted you to be?
When I saw what you did, who you were with
Got me questionin' the things that I believe

[Refrain]
So I ask myself, do I let you go?
Or do I keep you in the frame of my mind?
Now I'm growing wise to your sugar-coated lies
Nothing's sweet about my misery, yeah

[Pre-Chorus]
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh

[Verse 2]
You again, why'd you call?
I don't need to hear you cryin' out my name
Unlike before when you and I laid eye to eye
Now it's time for you to taste the bitter end

[Refrain]
So I ask myself, do I let you go?
Or do I keep you in the frame of my mind?
Now I'm growing wise to your sugar-coated lies
Nothing's sweet about my misery, yeah

I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh

[Chorus]
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind



@Edduartdo

Lyrics:
[Intro]
Mind, mind, you think I would
Mind, you think I would, mind
Mind, you think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh, my mind
Mind, mind, you think I would
Mind, you think I would, mind
Mind, you think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh, my mind

[Chorus]
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind, mind

[Verse 1]
Why on earth would I leave
If you were everything, I wanted you to be?
When I saw what you did, who you were with
Got me questionin' the things that I believe

[Refrain]
So I ask myself, do I let you go?
Or do I keep you in the frame of my mind?
Now I'm growing wise to your sugar-coated lies
Nothing's sweet about my misery, yeah

[Pre-Chorus]
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh

[Chorus]
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind, mind

[Verse 2]
You again, why'd you call?
I don't need to hear you cryin' out my name
Unlike before when you and I laid eye to eye
Now it's time for you to taste the bitter end

[Refrain]
So I ask myself, do I let you go?
Or do I keep you in the frame of my mind?
Now I'm growing wise to your sugar-coated lies
Nothing's sweet about my misery, yeah

[Pre-Chorus]
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found what went wrong
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh
I finally found the wrong in you
You think I would mind
Oh, you think I, oh

[Chorus]
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
Don't want to feel you
Don't want you on my mind
On my mind, on my mind
Mind, mind, mind, mind
Preditah



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