This Is Who I Am
Jody McBrayer Lyrics


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Don't believe a word they say
Read it in the papers everyday
Tell me what they really got to say
I'm here for you
Don't make a difference what they do
I'll never let 'em get to you
I'll always be the one that's loving you
You know I'll never ever leave your side
So don't believe the rumors or their lies

This is who I am
Try to understand
I'm the only one who died for you
Take a look at me
Tell me you believe
This is who I am
This is who I am

The whole world is watching me
Like a picture on a movie screen
On the cover of a magazine
I wanna scream
But you gotta put your faith in me
If you love me gotta just believe
I'm giving you the very best of me
You know I'll never ever leave your side
So don't believe the rumors or their lies

This is who I am
Try to understand
I'm the only one who died for you
Take a look at me
Tell me you believe
This is who I am
This is who I, this is who I, this is who I am

This is who I am
Try to understand
I'm the only one who died for you
Take a look at me
Tell me you believe
This is who I am
This is who I am
Try to understand
I'm the only one who died for you
Take a look at me
Tell me you believe




This is who I am
This is who I am

Overall Meaning

The song "This Is Who I Am" by Jody McBrayer is a heartfelt plea to a loved one to not believe the negative rumors and lies that may be circulating about him. The first verse addresses the media and their constant bombardment of negative news stories. The singer urges his loved one to disregard their words and instead trust in him. He promises to never let anyone get to her and to always be there for her.


The second verse acknowledges the constant scrutiny that comes with fame. The singer feels like he's being watched constantly, with every move scrutinized and critiqued. He asks again for his loved one's belief and faith in him, promising to give the very best of himself.


The chorus serves as a declaration of the singer's character and offers an invitation to the listener to believe in him. He reminds the listener that he's the only one who died for her, and thus they should take a closer look at him and what he stands for. Ultimately, the song is a powerful expression of love, selflessness, and the importance of believing in oneself and others despite the negativity life may throw one's way.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't believe a word they say
Don't trust what others say without questioning their motives or intentions.


Read it in the papers everyday
Bad news and propaganda is all around us and it's hard to escape from it.


Tell me what they really got to say
Challenge what information is presented to you and seek the truth rather than blindly accepting it.


I'm here for you
I will always be supportive and there for you no matter what.


Don't make a difference what they do
Other people's actions do not dictate how I will act or treat those I care about.


I'll never let 'em get to you
I will protect you and shield you from negativity that comes from others.


I'll always be the one that's loving you
I will be there to show love and support no matter what.


You know I'll never ever leave your side
I will always be present and there for you, no matter what the circumstances are.


So don't believe the rumors or their lies
Don't fall for rumors and lies that are spread through gossip and hearsay.


This is who I am
This is my true self and how I want to present myself to others.


Try to understand
I want you to understand and accept me for who I am, without judgment or criticism.


I'm the only one who died for you
I am willing to make sacrifices for those I love and care about.


Take a look at me
See who I truly am and what I stand for.


Tell me you believe
I am looking for validation and acceptance from those around me.


The whole world is watching me
Being in the public eye can be overwhelming and daunting, but I will always try to be my authentic self.


Like a picture on a movie screen
I am being scrutinized and analyzed in a way that almost feels unreal, like a movie character.


On the cover of a magazine
My image is used to sell and promote various ideals and lifestyles to the public, whether they are true or not.


I wanna scream
Being constantly judged and scrutinized is frustrating and sometimes I want to vocalize my frustrations.


But you gotta put your faith in me
I am asking for trust and faith from those around me to allow me to be my genuine self.


If you love me gotta just believe
Believe in me and support me even when things get tough and criticism arises.


I'm giving you the very best of me
I am putting forth my best effort and intentions in showing my love and care for those around me.


This is who I, this is who I, this is who I am
Reiterating that who I am is authentic and unchanging, even in the midst of criticism and judgment.




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