Give It Up
Jason Ames Lyrics
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Give it up...
Give it up...
Give it up
Undo yourself
Life is just air
So what do you care?
Undo yourself
Let the people know
Let the people know (x2)
Did you know that I'm Lazy?
Don't you know he's a liar
And I say that I feel real tired
Wake up, I say, I'm on my way
Real love drifting through the air
I'm a rebound soul, got everybody shining
You are a shining star
You are a red guitar
Come together now people
Give it up
Undo yourself
Life is just air
So what do you care?
Give it up
Undo yourself
Let the people know
Let the people know
I don't know that I'm crazy
I don't know, I'm a liar
Lustful eyes when I get wired
Wake up she said, it's in your head, now
Real love drifting through the air
I'm a rebound soul, got everybody flying
You are a shining star
You are a red guitar
Come together now people
Give it up
Undo yourself
Life is just air
So what do you care?
Give it up
Undo yourself
Let the people know
Let the people know (x2)
In "Give It Up," Jason Ames reflects on the ephemeral nature of life and the futility of clinging to material possessions or worldly success. He implores the listener to "give it up" and "undo yourself," releasing any fear or anxiety about the future and embracing a more present state of being. Ames acknowledges that he too struggles with these feelings, admitting that he can be lazy, a liar, or even crazy at times. But he reminds himself and others that real love is all around, and that one should aim to be a "rebound soul" and a shining star in the lives of others.
The repeated refrain of "let the people know" speaks to a desire for transparency and authenticity in human relationships, and a recognition that we are all in this together. Through gentle, hypnotic instrumentation and a soothing vocal delivery, Ames creates a meditative space for listeners to reflect on the deeper meaning of their struggles and find solace in the possibility of connection and renewal.
Line by Line Meaning
Give it up...
Encouraging the listener to let go of something
Give it up...
Reiterating the previous line
Give it up...
Reiterating the previous line
Give it up
Let go of something
Undo yourself
Release yourself from something
Life is just air
Life is fleeting and temporary
So what do you care?
Why hold on to something if it's not permanent?
Give it up
Let go of something
Undo yourself
Release yourself from something
Let the people know
Share your truth with others
Let the people know (x2)
Reiterating the previous line
Did you know that I'm Lazy?
Admitting personal laziness to the listener
Don't you know he's a liar
Exposing someone else's dishonesty
And I say that I feel real tired
Feeling exhausted
Wake up, I say, I'm on my way
Motivating oneself to get going
Real love drifting through the air
True love is present in the world
I'm a rebound soul, got everybody shining
Feeling emotionally vulnerable but still uplifting others
You are a shining star
Complimenting the listener's character
You are a red guitar
Metaphor for the listener's uniqueness and individuality
Come together now people
Encouraging unity and togetherness
Contributed by Stella I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Chris Marcou
How on earth have I just heard this song for the first time.
I've just orderd it on vinyl. What a track
Mind you, I've been a house DJ for 15years and have played in some of Melbourne's biggest clubs
nomansname
I used to dance at it as a teen...ah, the best memories ✌️
ALAN LACORTE BRITO
ITALIAN MUSIC WITH DISCO HOUSE
FinalTrap
omg I was looking for this song for yearsss
Michele Laviola
2005