Go It Alone
Joe Hicks Lyrics
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See, the thousand lights and traffic signs are more than I can take
And I've been at a loss
I thought that a rolling stone was never supposed to gather no moss
Constantly in motion
I forgot to live here for myself
So caught up in every single moment
'Cause there's a fire in my soul
I gotta learn to let it go
There's a fire in my soul
Gotta go it alone, gotta go it alone
Gotta be the change
I spent all my time collecting lines to fill up this page
Breathing into space
I finally caught the rope that keeps on choking all my days away
Constantly in motion
I forgot to live here for myself
So caught up in every single moment
But know I'm lighting up
'Cause there's a fire in my soul
I gotta learn to let it go
There's a fire in my soul
Gotta go it alone, gotta go it alone
Constantly in motion
I forgot to live here for myself
So caught up with every single moment
Gotta go it alone, gotta go it alone
There's a fire in my soul
I gotta learn to let it go
There's a fire in my soul
Gotta go it alone
The lyrics of Joe Hicks's song "Go It Alone" convey a sense of being overwhelmed and at a crossroads. The opening line "I'm about to break" suggests that the singer is at the end of their rope, unable to handle the constant stimulation and demands of the world around them. They feel lost and out of control, unable to find their way.
The next few lines further emphasize the weight of the world on their shoulders, with "a thousand lights and traffic signs" being "more than [they] can take." They thought that constantly moving and never settling down would prevent them from feeling stagnant, but they find themselves suffocated by the pressure to constantly be on the move.
In the chorus, there is a glimmer of hope as the singer acknowledges the "fire in [their] soul" and the need to let go of the things that are holding them back. By "going it alone," they are taking control of their own life and becoming the change they wish to see.
Overall, the lyrics of "Go It Alone" capture the struggle of feeling lost and overwhelmed, but also the determination to take control and find one's own path.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm about to break
I am feeling overwhelmed and close to a breaking point
See, the thousand lights and traffic signs are more than I can take
The hustle and bustle of city life is too much for me to handle
And I've been at a loss
I am feeling lost and uncertain
I thought that a rolling stone was never supposed to gather no moss
I believed that always being on the move and avoiding being tied down was the key to happiness
Constantly in motion
I am always moving and never taking a moment to pause
I forgot to live here for myself
I have been living my life for others and not taking the time to focus on my own needs
So caught up in every single moment
I have been too consumed with the present moment to consider the bigger picture
But know I'm lighting up
I am starting to see things more clearly and feel more hopeful
'Cause there's a fire in my soul
I feel a strong passion and drive inside of me
I gotta learn to let it go
I need to learn to let go of my fears and doubts in order to pursue my passions
Gotta go it alone, gotta go it alone
I need to take ownership of my life and pursue my dreams on my own
Gotta be the change
I recognize that I need to make changes in my life in order to find fulfillment and happiness
I spent all my time collecting lines to fill up this page
I have been too focused on external achievements and not enough on my own personal growth and well-being
Breathing into space
I am taking a moment to breathe and clear my mind
I finally caught the rope that keeps on choking all my days away
I have become aware of the negative habits and thought patterns that have been holding me back
Gotta go it alone, gotta go it alone
Once again, I need to take ownership of my own path in life
Writer(s): Joseph Hicks
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I can't stop listening to that song! Great! The guitars, the guitar solo, the fit of your voice, the falsetto, ... In fact, your album is wonderful, you are excellent, bro! Congratulations!
@JoeHicksMusicUK
Oh man I really appreciate all of that Eude, thank you very much! 🙏
@edgarbobkov5804
A fire in my soul...