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Justin Bieber Lyrics


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My life is a movie
And everyone's watchin'
So let's get to the good part
And past all the nonsense

Sometimes it's hard to do the right thing
When the pressure's coming down like lightning
It's like they want me to be perfect
When they don't even know that I'm hurtin'

'Cause life's not easy, I'm not made out of steel
Don't forget that I'm human, don't forget that I'm real
Act like you know me, but you never will
But there's one thing that I know for sure

I'll show you
I'll show you
I'll show you
I'll show you

I gotta learn things
Learn them the hard way
Gotta see what it feels like
No matter what they say

Sometimes it's hard to do the right thing
When the pressure's coming down like lightning
It's like they want me to be perfect
When they don't even know that I'm hurtin'

'Cause life's not easy, I'm not made out of steel
Don't forget that I'm human, don't forget that I'm real
You act like you know me, but you never will
But there's one thing that I know for sure

I'll show you
I'll show you
I'll show you
I'll show you

'Cause life's not easy, I'm not made out of steel
Don't forget that I'm human, don't forget that I'm real
You act like you know me, but you never will
But there's one thing that I know for sure





I'll show you
I'll show you

Overall Meaning

In "I'll Show You," Justin Bieber sings about the pressure and scrutiny that comes with being a celebrity. He acknowledges the fact that his life is like a movie, where everyone is watching his every move. However, he wants to get past all the superficialities of fame and show his fans who he really is, both the good and bad. Bieber admits that it's not easy to do the right thing when he is constantly under pressure, and it feels like he's expected to be perfect all the time. But in reality, he is human and goes through hardships like everyone else.


The chorus/bridge of the song is where Bieber proclaims that he will show his fans who he really is. He acknowledges that people act like they know him, but they never will truly understand what he goes through. The phrase "I'll show you" is a declaration of Bieber's intent to be authentic and honest with his fans. He wants his music to reflect who he is as a person and to use his platform to showcase his true self instead of the persona people often see in the media.


Line by Line Meaning

My life is a movie and everyone's watching
My life is like a performance on a stage, where everyone is constantly observing and judging my every move.


So let's get to the good part and past all the nonsense
Let's focus on the important and positive aspects of my life, rather than the pointless drama.


Sometimes it's hard to do the right thing
It can be difficult to make the correct decision or take the proper course of action.


When the pressure's coming down like lightning
When external forces are overwhelming and feel like a sudden, intense jolt.


It's like they want me to be perfect
There is a constant expectation from others for me to be flawless and without error.


When they don't even know that I'm hurting
However, they do not recognize my internal struggles and emotional pain.


'Cause life's not easy, I'm not made out of steel
Living in this world is challenging and I, like everyone else, am vulnerable to its hardships.


Don't forget that I'm human, don't forget that I'm real
Remember that I am a flesh-and-blood person with feelings and imperfections.


Act like you know me, but you never will
People may pretend to understand me, but they can never truly comprehend my experiences and thoughts.


But there's one thing that I know for sure
Despite all the uncertainty in my life, there is one truth that I can depend on.


I'll show you
I will demonstrate my worth and capability, proving to others that I am more than their expectations of me.


I've got to learn things, learn them the hard way
I must acquire knowledge through difficult and challenging experiences.


Got to see what it feels like, no matter what they say
I must have first-hand experience in order to understand and empathize with others, despite what others may think about my choices.




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Joshua Gudwin, Justin Drew Bieber, Michael Tucker, Sonny Moore, Theron Otis Feemster

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Taylor


on Baby

This song never gets old ❤
Memories ❤️

FRRRRR!!!!!!!! HERE I AM, IN 2023, STILL LISTENING TO THIS SONG!! NEVER GETS OLD!!!!

Taylor


on Lonely (with benny blanco)

My first time hearing this song, made me roll around the floor crying!!!!!! Dude, I can relate to this song so FREAKING much!!!! So now, every time someone just assumes that I'm popular, and have a lot of friends, I text/send them this song, and respond saying, "Does this answer ur question?"

Singer


on Company

I love this video and just this song in general

Destiny Proctor


on Down to Earth

i love this song it is amazing.....