I Want to Be
Jessica & MY Lyrics


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Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Awesome as I wanna be
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Awesome as I wanna be

First, you see me ridin' on a sonic boom
Got my guitar shreddin' up my latest tune
There is nothin' you can do to beat me
I'm so good that you can't defeat me

Yeah, I'm awesome, take caution
Watch out for me, I'm awesome as I wanna be
(Yeah) I'm awesome, take caution
Watch out for me, I'm awesome as I wanna be

Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey

Step aside now, you're just gettin' in my way
I got sick chops you could never hope to play
When it comes to makin' music, I'm the ruler
You wish you could be twenty percent cooler

Yeah, I'm awesome, take caution
Watch out for me, I'm awesome as I wanna be




(Yeah) I'm awesome, take caution
Watch out for me, I'm awesome as I wanna be

Overall Meaning

The song "I Want to Be" by Jessica & MY is an anthem to self-confidence and embracing one's own talent and uniqueness. The repetitive "Hey, hey, hey" at the beginning of the song sets the energetic and empowering tone, while "Awesome as I wanna be" reflects a strong desire to excel and be the best version of oneself.


In the first verse, the lyrics describe the singer confidently riding on a "sonic boom" with their guitar skillfully playing their latest tune. The lines "There is nothin' you can do to beat me, I'm so good that you can't defeat me" highlight the singer's unbeatable and untouchable talent. They are expressing that they are so exceptionally skilled that no one can surpass them.


The chorus reinforces the message of the singer's awesomeness and urges others to take caution and pay attention. By repeating "I'm awesome, take caution, watch out for me," the singer asserts their belief in their own abilities and warns others not to underestimate them. It's a declaration of self-assurance and a challenge to those who doubt their greatness.


In the second verse, the singer urges others to step aside, as they are merely obstacles in their path. The reference to "sick chops" implies exceptional musical skills that others can never hope to attain. The line "You wish you could be twenty percent cooler" suggests that the singer's talent not only makes them exceptional but also enhances their coolness factor. It further emphasizes their superiority and sets them apart from others.


Overall, the lyrics of "I Want to Be" convey a strong sense of self-confidence and pride in one's own talents. The song encourages listeners to embrace their own awesomeness and reminds them to never let anyone underestimate or overshadow their greatness. It serves as an anthem for self-belief and empowers individuals to strive for excellence in whatever they do.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, hey
Listen up, pay attention to what I have to say


Awesome as I wanna be
I am incredibly amazing, exactly how I want to be


First, you see me ridin' on a sonic boom
From the beginning, I am seen confidently riding a wave of success


Got my guitar shreddin' up my latest tune
My guitar skills are incredible, bringing life to my newest song


There is nothin' you can do to beat me
No matter what you try, you cannot surpass my greatness


I'm so good that you can't defeat me
I am so talented that you are unable to overcome me


Yeah, I'm awesome, take caution
Yes, I am truly amazing, be careful of my power


Watch out for me, I'm awesome as I wanna be
Be prepared, because I am fantastic just the way I want to be


(Yeah) I'm awesome, take caution
Yes, indeed, I am outstanding, it's important to be careful


Watch out for me, I'm awesome as I wanna be
Pay attention, because I am extraordinary, exactly how I desire


Step aside now, you're just gettin' in my way
Move out of the way, you are obstructing my path to success


I got sick chops you could never hope to play
My musical skills are so advanced that you can't even dream of achieving them


When it comes to makin' music, I'm the ruler
When it involves creating music, I am the ultimate authority


You wish you could be twenty percent cooler
You desire to have even a fraction of the coolness that I possess




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Daniel Ingram, Meghan McCarthy

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Comments from YouTube:

@Jessicabobessica

I say all Jessica’s unite and don’t let anyone come near us

@jesterjes

I agree 😉

@jessicaolguin6419

Yess!

@Oz-12

I’m near her rn 😈

@jessicaventura4871

agree

@jessieschatz9611

Yess!!! Just got here yall))

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@stellatheillout8429

I used to sing this song with my dad every morning while going to school. Now that I’ve grown, I still cry when I listen to this song because it brings back all the memories. Probably one of my favorites <3

@JohnRambo-wt2zg

Nice story

@jessicacollins9631

Wtf

@2000sMusicSux

This album came out in 2013 when me and my baby mama met in junior year in high school. Have specific memories tied to this song too, I know that feeling <3

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