Hammer
Janiva Magness Charlie Musselwhite Lyrics
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Until the walls come down
You'll never gonna see somebody walking out
Here handing you a crown
Got to just keep moving
No matter what they say
If you're chasing down your dreams, walk right by
You've got to keep on swinging the hammer
Every single day
You got to try to keep laughing
Even when your heart breaks
You just keep on pushing out the mountain
No matter what the mountain takes
Oh baby, just keep trying
Until you find your way
And when they say too black, too white, too blues
They're just words anyway
Just got to keep on swinging the hammer
Every single day
And watch the walls come down
Come down, down, yeah yeah
Watch the walls come down
Come down, they come down, yeah yeah yeah
You're just movin' through the world and
To be your own thing now
And every time they put their hand up, stop
You're gonna smile 'cause you're going anyhow
Just keep on swinging
Till the walls fall away
And if the hammer's too heavy, keep trying
It'll take a little while but that's oka, that's okay
You've got to keep on swinging the hammer
Every single day
Every single day
Every single day
Every single day
Oh oh yeah
Oh oh yeah
The song "Hammer" by Janiva Magness and Charlie Musselwhite is an uplifting anthem about perseverance and determination in the face of adversity. The lyrics advise the listener to keep pushing forward, to keep swinging the hammer, even when the walls seem impenetrable. The song instructs the listener that true success can only be achieved through sustained effort, and that sometimes progress may come slowly or painfully. The lyrics' overall message is that nothing worth having comes easily, and that the only path to victory is through hard work and dedication.
The song's chorus repeats the phrase "You've got to keep on swinging the hammer every single day", which serves as a powerful reminder to the listener that they must remain steadfast and resolute in the pursuit of their goals. The lyrics also reference the hardship and struggle that is often inherent in the pursuit of success, exhorting the listener to "just keep moving" and to "try to keep laughing even when your heart breaks." Ultimately, "Hammer" is a reminder that while the journey towards success may be long and arduous, it is ultimately worth it for those who persist.
Line by Line Meaning
You got to keep on swinging
You have to keep persevering and putting in effort
Until the walls come down
Keep going until obstacles are removed or overcome
You'll never gonna see somebody walking out
Here handing you a crown
Success is earned through hard work, not simply handed over
Got to just keep moving
Keep progressing towards your goals
No matter what they say
Ignore naysayers and critics
If you're chasing down your dreams, walk right by
Somebody standing in your way
Don't let anyone stand in the way of pursuing your dreams
You’ve got to keep on swinging the hammer
Every single day
Persistently work hard towards your goals
You got to try to keep laughing
Maintain optimism even amidst hardships
Even when your heart breaks
You just keep on pushing out the mountain
No matter what the mountain takes
Keep going even in the face of adversity and challenges
Oh baby, just keep trying
Until you find your way
Persevere until finding success or a solution to a problem
And when they say too black, too white, too blues
They're just words anyway
Don't let negativity or prejudice get in the way
Just got to keep on swinging the hammer
Every single day
Keep working hard persistently
And watch the walls come down
Come down, down, yeah yeah
Watch the walls come down
Come down, they come down, yeah yeah yeah
Experience the satisfaction of success and progress
You're just movin' through the world and
To be your own thing now
And every time they put their hand up, stop
You're gonna smile 'cause you're going anyhow
Be confident in your individuality and don't let others hold you back
Till the walls fall away
And if the hammer's too heavy, keep trying
It'll take a little while but that's oka, that's okay
Persevere until obstacles are overcome, even if it's difficult and takes time
Every single day
Every single day
Every single day
Every single day
Oh oh yeah
Oh oh yeah
Persistently work hard towards your goals every single day
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Janiva Magness, Charles Musselwhite
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