Suck In Your Gut
Jonny Fritz Lyrics
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Smile for the camera and do what the paycheck says
And don’t stay too long in each conversation
‘Cause more important people are indefinitely waiting
So suck in your gut but you don’t let it go to your head
Well get to politic and so we can finally move it along now
Success ain’t never had nothing to do with no so many how
You got to go and do it if you gonna want my win
You gotta suck in your gut but you don’t let it go to your head
You gotta suck in your gut but don’t let it go to your head boy
Smile for the camera and do what the paycheck says boy
And don’t stay too long in each conversation
‘Cause more important people are indefinitely waiting
So suck in your gut but don’t let it go to your head
The lyrics to Jonny Fritz's song "Suck In Your Gut" seem to be a commentary on the pressure to conform and succeed in our society. The first verse advises the listener to "suck in your gut" and do what it takes to get ahead, whether that means smiling for the camera or not staying too long in conversations. The implication is that success requires a certain level of self-consciousness and always being aware of one's image and reputation. However, the second verse introduces the idea of politics, suggesting that success is also about playing the game and knowing how to "grease up the marbles" and get them rolling downhill. The chorus repeats the advice to "suck in your gut" but adds the caution of not letting it go to your head, perhaps a reminder to stay humble and self-aware even in the face of success.
Overall, the song appears to be critical of the societal pressures to conform and succeed, suggesting that it requires a certain level of self-consciousness and playing the game. However, the lyrics also acknowledge that success is important and sometimes requires a certain level of savvy and self-promotion.
Line by Line Meaning
Well suck in your gut but don’t let it go to your head
Appear confident and composed, but don't become arrogant and overconfident.
Smile for the camera and do what the paycheck says
Play the part you were hired for and don't rock the boat.
And don’t stay too long in each conversation
Be polite, but keep conversations brief and to the point.
‘Cause more important people are indefinitely waiting
Remember that there are always others waiting for your time and attention.
Well get to politic and so we can finally move it along now
Use politics to help expedite progress and reach goals.
Success ain’t never had nothing to do with no so many how
Success is not determined by the number of steps it takes to get there.
So grease up the marbles and slide em on the hill
Make things happen by being strategic and proactive.
You gotta go and do it if you gonna want my win
Take the initiative if you want to succeed.
You gotta suck in your gut but you don’t let it go to your head
Remain composed and confident without becoming arrogant.
You gotta suck in your gut but don’t let it go to your head boy
Continue to present yourself well without becoming conceited.
Smile for the camera and do what the paycheck says boy
Play the role you were hired for and maintain a positive attitude.
‘Cause more important people are indefinitely waiting
Remember that there are always others who require your attention.
So suck in your gut but don’t let it go to your head
Appear confident and composed while remaining humble and grounded.
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