Drey, whose work has won her several songwriting awards including the 2004 VH1 Songwriting Contest and the 2003 Dallas Songwriting Contest, has also seen one of her compositions that she also recorded chart as well. Drey has released two albums so far, "JennaRation" and "One Step Further." In 2005, "Killin' Me (Where Did I Go Wrong)" became a top ten hit on Billboard's Hot Dance Airplay and Hot Dance Music/Club Play charts. The follow up, "Why Should I Believe You", peaked in the Hot Dance Airplay top 30 and the Hot Dance Music/Club Play top 20 in 2006. Later that year, her pop/dance single, "By The Way" became another massive hit single. Her Pop song, "I Told You So" which is being picked up by both Hot AC and Soft AC radio stations across the country. In 2008, Drey recorded her rendition of Air Supply's Soft Rock hit, "All Out Of Love." On July 22, 2010, her single "Girlz Night Ouut" was released. She continues to perform and record.
That's What They All Say
Jenna Drey Lyrics
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You walk into the wrong place and time
Your friend calls you to ask for a favor
To meet him at his place tonight
As soon as you walk through his doorway
Someone pushes you against the wall
Blinding lights in your eyes and a fed on each side
So confused and surprised, you can't think at all
You got your hands up
You're like a sittin duck
That stumbled in the hunter's direction
You're set up, framed, gettin all the blame
You're innocent, "That's what they all say"
Too ba d, Jack, He stabbed you in the back
But casually forgot to mention
You're set up, framed, gettin all the blame
You're innocent, "That's what they all say,"
Innocent, "That's what they all say."
Never was there an intention
But ignorance got no leg to stand
Pressure's on to sign a confession
You're freedoms' sinking quick in the sand
You stutter and stammer excuses
Better hope your lawyer believes
Cause your friend's dirty games were done all in your name
You're been ripped, you've been burnt to the worst degree
You got your hands up
You're like a sittin duck
That stumbled in the hunter's direction
You're set up, framed, gettin all the blame
You're innocent, "That's what they all say"
Too ba d, Jack, He stabbed you in the back
But casually forgot to mention
You're set up, framed, gettin all the blame
You're innocent, "That's what they all say,"
Innocent, "That's what they all say."
Jenna Drey's song "That's What They All Say" depicts a story of a man who gets framed by his friend for a crime he did not commit. The first verse sets the scene, where the singer is lured into a trap and completely unaware of what's about to happen. The use of sensory imagery, such as "blinding lights," and "someone pushes you against the wall," creates a sense of panic and disorientation. The second verse explores the consequences of the singer's situation, with pressure to confess and the threat of losing his freedom.
The lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and injustice, with the repeated phrase "you're innocent, 'that's what they all say,'" emphasizing the lack of belief or trust in the singer's plea of innocence. The song's overall message speaks to the danger of being in the wrong place at the wrong time, as well as the importance of surrounding oneself with trustworthy people.
Line by Line Meaning
How do you prepare for the moment
How can you anticipate being falsely accused?
You walk into the wrong place and time
You unwittingly put yourself in a compromising position.
Your friend calls you to ask for a favor
Your so-called friend manipulates you into doing something for him.
To meet him at his place tonight
To fall into a trap he has planned.
As soon as you walk through his doorway
It's a setup the moment you enter his lair.
Someone pushes you against the wall
You are manhandled by strangers waiting to pounce.
Blinding lights in your eyes and a fed on each side
You're blinded and bewildered by the presence of law enforcement.
So confused and surprised, you can't think at all
You're in a state of shock, unable to comprehend what's happening.
You got your hands up
You surrender to their authority.
You're like a sittin duck
You're an easy target for their accusations.
That stumbled in the hunter's direction
You're caught in the crosshairs of their investigation.
You're set up, framed, gettin all the blame
You're being falsely accused of a crime you didn't commit.
You're innocent, "That's what they all say"
Your protestations fall on deaf ears because they refuse to believe the truth.
Too bad, Jack, He stabbed you in the back
Your so-called friend betrayed you.
But casually forgot to mention
He conveniently neglected to mention his role in your predicament.
Innocent, "That's what they all say."
You're wrongly accused and yet no one believes you.
Never was there an intention
You never meant for any of this to happen.
But ignorance got no leg to stand
Your ignorance of your friend's true nature is no defense against the law.
Pressure's on to sign a confession
Authorities coerce you to admit guilt.
You're freedoms' sinking quick in the sand
Your freedom is slipping away from you with every passing moment.
You stutter and stammer excuses
You struggle to explain your innocence in the face of overwhelming accusations.
Better hope your lawyer believes
Your only hope is to convince your lawyer of your innocence.
Cause your friend's dirty games were done all in your name
Your so-called friend implicated you in his crimes.
You're been ripped, you've been burnt to the worst degree
You've been emotionally and psychologically destroyed by this experience.
Writer(s): CHURKO KEVIN GREGORY, YOSOWITZ JENNIFER DENISE, BOLONI MIHAI R
Contributed by Isaiah A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.