Human being
Jessie Daniels Lyrics
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Just like you I'm a human being
I've been at the top fell down like a rock
Spinning out of control in a world that never stops
Trying to survive just to stay alive
It's inevitable that we live and die
But the story doesn't end right there
No it goes on for me
Broken - Captured
Chosen - Raptured
Close the chapter to who I was yesterday
Unchained - Set free
Raised up - Redeemed
Take a good look at what you see
I'm a human being changed
When I think about how it started out
I've come a long way since the day that I was found
Look at who I am look at where I stand
Why be 50 cent when you can be a hundred grand
There's a plan for you all you gotta do
Is open up your eyes you can see it too
Take a good look in the mirror
You'll be amazed to see
That you're a human being
The song "Human Being" by Jessie Daniels is a powerful anthem that celebrates the struggles and triumphs of being alive. The lyrics are simple yet poignant, as they remind us that no matter who we are or where we come from, we are all human beings with the capacity for change, growth, and redemption.
The song begins with a universal recognition that we are all human, which serves as an invitation for the listener to connect with the singer on a deeper level. The singer then reflects on their own life, acknowledging both the highs and lows that come with being alive. The line "trying to survive just to stay alive" captures the universal struggle to find meaning and purpose in life, even in the face of adversity.
The chorus celebrates the power of transformation, with the singer affirming that they are a changed person. The lines "broken-captured, chosen-raptured, close the chapter to who I was yesterday" suggest that the singer has overcome some sort of personal struggle or trauma and has emerged stronger and more resilient on the other side. The final line "I'm a human being changed" emphasizes that transformation is possible for anyone, and that we are all capable of growth and change if we are willing to put in the work.
Line by Line Meaning
To all listening that can hear me sing
The singer addresses anyone who can hear her voice by singing
Just like you I'm a human being
The singer shares the same identity and nature as the listener
I've been at the top fell down like a rock
The singer attained success but suffered a sudden and sharp decline
Spinning out of control in a world that never stops
The singer lost her grip on life in a fast-paced, constantly moving world
Trying to survive just to stay alive
The singer struggles to survive and keep her life going
It's inevitable that we live and die
The singer acknowledges the inevitability of human mortality
But the story doesn't end right there
The singer believes that human life has more to offer than mere existence
No it goes on for me
The singer affirms the continuation of her story
Cause I'm a human being
The singer's identity and value are rooted in her humanity
Broken - Captured
The singer experienced defeat and failure, but gained redemption and salvation
Chosen - Raptured
The singer was selected and taken away to a better place or state of being
Close the chapter to who I was yesterday
The singer lets go of her past and moves on to a new and improved self
Unchained - Set free
The singer was freed from bondage or imprisonment, and gained liberation and independence
Raised up - Redeemed
The singer was elevated and restored from a position of loss or damage
Take a good look at what you see
The singer invites the listener to examine and appreciate her transformation
I'm a human being changed
The singer is still a human, but has undergone a significant positive change
When I think about how it started out
The singer reflects on her past experiences and origins
I've come a long way since the day that I was found
The singer has made significant and positive progress since her initial discovery
Look at who I am look at where I stand
The singer draws attention to her current identity and status
Why be 50 cent when you can be a hundred grand
The singer questions the relative worth and value of being average or extraordinary
There's a plan for you all you gotta do
The singer believes that everyone has a purpose or destiny, and just needs to discover it
Is open up your eyes you can see it too
The singer encourages the listener to be aware and perceptive to their calling or mission
Take a good look in the mirror
The singer challenges the listener to examine and scrutinize themselves
You'll be amazed to see
The singer expects the listener to be impressed or surprised at what they find
That you're a human being
The singer reminds the listener of their shared humanity and human dignity
Contributed by Lincoln V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rocker Dude
Thanks for posting this! This song also appears on Jessie's 2006 album. Now I know that the EP version and the album version are different.
Fernando Torres
Hey! Could you PLEASE share with me this Ep?
Jennifer Kozlowski
@ChristianHardToFind Do you have more Jessie Daniels, Shine Bright Baby, Jill Paquette DezWaan, Marie Miller, or other artists? I'd LOVE to have more! I have some rares too. Maybe a trade? :)
ChristianHardToFind
Just let me know your email and I can send you the mp3s.