Her modest success was ultimatley short-lived, but her biggest hit, "Don't Wanna Fall in Love", has found enduring status thanks to the Shep Pettibone remix which is often considered as one of the early '90s best Popular House records. Child is currently working on a new album, having been largely unsuccessful with obscure Japanese projects and movie soundtracks throughout the 1990s.
Jane Child resurfaced in the 2001 with her third album, "Surge." It included two single, "Almost Beautiful" and "Nice Day." While the album did not gain attention from the mainstream, it was touted as a welcome return by her supporters. While it was stated her fourth album was complete, there has yet to be a date set for its release.
Don't Let It Get to You
Jane Child Lyrics
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Don't let it get to you
Nothing I can do, now you're on your own
Better make it good on the telephone
I know how to make your hair stand up
Are you hip to what it's all about
Must be something you can do
To distinguish you from you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
All the puppets on the stage of life
Wearing costumes, someone's husband's wife
Wicked thoughts have been concealed from view
I'd die blushing if I only knew
Must be something you can do
To distinguish you from you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Time to testify, baby, tell the truth
Is my lifestyle so uncouth?
Give me liberty or give me death
Give me reason to get myself undressed
Happy ending, they're satisfied
You and I remain simply horrified
Smiling pillars, holier than thou
Deviate then take their final bow
This should come as really no surprise
It's been happening right before your eyes
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
Don't let it get to you
The song "Don't Let It Get to You" by Jane Child seems to be about staying true to oneself and avoiding the negative influences of the world. The lyrics imply that the singer is aware that the world can be a difficult and complex place, but they implore the listener not to let it get to them. The line "nothing I can do, now you're on your own" suggests that the singer acknowledges the listener's autonomy and their responsibility to make their own life decisions.
The song also touches on themes of identity, with the line "must be something you can do to distinguish you from you" suggesting that the singer believes it's important to maintain one's individuality in the face of societal pressures. The line "all the puppets on the stage of life, wearing costumes, someone's husband's wife" suggests that people are often forced to play roles and adopt identities that don't fit them in order to conform to society's expectations.
Overall, the song encourages the listener to stay true to themselves and not be swayed by external pressures. It also questions societal norms and the pressure to conform.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't let it get to you
Stay strong and don't let the negativity affect you
Don't let it get to you
Repeat reminder to not let negativity affect you
Nothing I can do, now you're on your own
I cannot help you anymore, you must handle the situation yourself
Better make it good on the telephone
Make a strong case over the phone, as it may be difficult to do so in person
I know how to make your hair stand up
I have the capability to impress and engage you
Are you hip to what it's all about
Do you understand the situation and what's really going on?
Must be something you can do
There must be a way to differentiate yourself from others
To distinguish you from you
To set yourself apart from your own habits and tendencies
All the puppets on the stage of life
People going through the motions of life without individuality
Wearing costumes, someone's husband's wife
Masquerading as someone they are not, living another person's life
Wicked thoughts have been concealed from view
Devious plans and schemes are hidden from plain sight
I'd die blushing if I only knew
If I were to become aware of these wicked thoughts, I would be embarrassed and ashamed
Time to testify, baby, tell the truth
It's time to speak up and tell the truth
Is my lifestyle so uncouth?
Is my way of life considered vulgar or unacceptable?
Give me liberty or give me death
I demand freedom and independence, or I won't live at all
Give me reason to get myself undressed
Give me a good enough excuse to let my guard down and become vulnerable
Happy ending, they're satisfied
Society is content with a superficial conclusion
You and I remain simply horrified
You and I see through the facade and are still appalled by what happened
Smiling pillars, holier than thou
People who act morally superior and look down on others
Deviate then take their final bow
They will eventually break free from expectations, then leave the situation entirely
This should come as really no surprise
It's not shocking or unexpected
It's been happening right before your eyes
It's been going on all along and you didn't even notice
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jane Child
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