Pick Yourself Up
Jerome Kern Lyrics
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Nice teacher, teach me something.
I'm as awkward as a camel, that's not the worst,
My two feet haven't met yet,
But I'll be teacher's pet yet,
'Cause I'm gonna learn to dance or burst.
Nothing's impossible I have found,
I pick myself up,
Dust myself off,
Start all over again.
Don't lose your confidence if you slip,
Be grateful for a pleasant trip,
And pick yourself up,
Dust yourself off,
Start all over again.
Work like a soul inspired,
Till the battle of the day is won.
You may be sick and tired,
But you'll be a man, my son!
Will you remember the famous men,
Who had to fall to rise again?
So take a deep breath,
Pick yourself up,
Dust yourself off,
Start all over again.
I'll get some self assurance
If your endurance is great.
I'll learn by easy stages
If you're courageous and wait.
To feel the strength I want to,
I must hang on to your hand,
Maybe by the time I'm fifty
I'll get up and do a nifty.
Nothing's impossible I have found,
For when my chin is on the ground,
I pick myself up,
Dust myself off,
Start all over again.
Don't lose your confidence if you slip,
Be grateful for a pleasant trip,
And pick yourself up,
Dust yourself off,
Start all over again.
Work like a soul inspired,
Till the battle of the day is won.
You may be sick and tired,
But you'll be a man, my son!
Will you remember the famous men,
Who had to fall to rise again?
So take a deep breath,
Pick yourself up,
Dust yourself off,
Start all over again.
"Pick Yourself Up" is a motivational song that encourages people to keep trying even if they fail. The song is about a person who is clumsy and awkward, but is determined to learn how to dance. The lyrics talk about how the person is willing to work hard and overcome any obstacles that come his way. The song also encourages people to stay positive and confident, even when they are faced with challenges.
The first verse of the song starts with the person asking the teacher to teach him something. He admits that he is awkward and feels like a camel, but he is determined to become the teacher's pet by learning how to dance. The second verse talks about how nothing is impossible and even when he falls down, he picks himself up and starts over again. The chorus is a repetition of the same message, encouraging people to keep trying and not to lose confidence if they slip.
The third verse talks about the importance of hard work and perseverance. The lyrics suggest that even if you are tired and sick, you need to keep going and work like a soul inspired until the battle of the day is won. The verse also references famous men who had to fall before they could rise again, suggesting that failure is just a temporary setback. The final verse talks about how the person wants to feel strong and confident like the teacher. He is willing to learn by easy stages as long as he has the teacher's support.
Line by Line Meaning
Please teacher, teach me something,
I am eager to learn and I am seeking knowledge from someone experienced.
Nice teacher, teach me something.
I am asking politely for your guidance and owe respect for the knowledge you will share.
I'm as awkward as a camel, that's not the worst,
I admit that I lack grace or poise, but things could be worse.
My two feet haven't met yet,
I am clumsy and uncoordinated and struggle to remain balanced.
But I'll be teacher's pet yet,
I am determined to impress you by following your instructions and learn quickly.
'Cause I'm gonna learn to dance or burst.
I am committed to mastering the skill of dancing, even if it takes me great effort and discomfort.
Nothing's impossible I have found,
I have realized that there is no limit to what can be accomplished.
For when my chin is on the ground,
When I feel defeated or discouraged,
I pick myself up,
I regain my confidence,
Dust myself off,
I remove any negativity or self-doubt,
Start all over again.
And begin anew, with renewed determination and hope.
Don't lose your confidence if you slip,
Don't let one mistake or setback derail your progress.
Be grateful for a pleasant trip,
Be thankful for the journey, despite any obstacles or hardships faced.
And pick yourself up,
Regain your resolve,
Dust yourself off,
Remove any lingering doubts or fears,
Start all over again.
And begin anew, determined to overcome any challenge.
Work like a soul inspired,
Pour all of your passion and energy into your work,
Till the battle of the day is won.
Until you have achieved your goals for the day.
You may be sick and tired,
You may feel exhausted or defeated,
But you'll be a man, my son!
But despite these challenges, you will become resilient and strong in character.
Will you remember the famous men,
Consider the examples of successful individuals,
Who had to fall to rise again?
Who faced failures and setbacks, but still achieved greatness in the end?
So take a deep breath,
Pause, reflect, and reset your mindset,
Pick yourself up,
Regain your positive attitude and outlook,
Dust yourself off,
Release any negativity or doubts,
Start all over again.
And begin anew, with a fresh perspective and determination.
I'll get some self assurance
I will build up my confidence,
If your endurance is great.
If I can observe your strength and resilience under pressure.
I'll learn by easy stages
I will learn gradually and steadily,
If you're courageous and wait.
If I can follow your lead and learn from your example.
To feel the strength I want to,
In order to experience the personal growth I desire,
I must hang on to your hand,
I need your guidance and support,
Maybe by the time I'm fifty
Perhaps it will take me many years,
I'll get up and do a nifty.
But eventually, I will become proficient and skilled in my chosen craft.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jerome Kern
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