Perry told Billboard that the inspiration for the song came from an unlikely source. "My boyfriend showed me a paragraph out of Jack Kerouac's book On The Road, about people that are buzzing and fizzing and full of life and never say a commonplace thing. They shoot across the sky like a firework and make people go, 'Ahhh.' I guess that making people go 'ahhh' is kind of like my motto." ( Firework Songfacts).
Firework
Katy Perry Lyrics
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Drifting through the wind, wanting to start again?
Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin
Like a house of cards, one blow from cavin' in?
Do you ever feel already buried deep?
Six feet under screams, but no one seems to hear a thing
Do you know that there's still a chance for you?
'Cause there's a spark in you
You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July
'Cause baby, you're a firework
Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
As you shoot across the sky
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe
You don't have to feel like a waste of space
You're original, cannot be replaced
If you only knew what the future holds
After a hurricane comes a rainbow
Maybe a reason why all the doors are closed
So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road
Like a lightning bolt, your heart will glow
And when it's time, you'll know
You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July
'Cause baby, you're a firework
Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
As you shoot across the sky
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe
Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
It's always been inside of you, you, you
And now it's time to let it through
'Cause baby, you're a firework
Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
As you shoot across the sky
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe
Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
Boom, boom, boom
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
In Katy Perry's song Firework, the lyrics talk about feeling lost, insignificant, fragile and hopeless. The singer is asking if you've ever felt like a plastic bag that's drifting with the wind and wanting to start over or like a fragile house of cards that's about to cave in with the slightest of blows. These metaphors perfectly capture the vulnerable and directionless feelings that one can have in life. However, the lyrics also acknowledge that there's a spark of hope within every individual, and that spark can ignite a fire that will help them shine bright like fireworks on the Fourth of July.
Perry is trying to motivate and inspire listeners by telling them that they are unique and valuable, that they should embrace their individuality and be proud of who they are rather than trying to conform to others' expectations. She encourages them to believe in themselves and to let that spark ignite their inner confidence, so that they can show the world their true worth.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
Have you ever felt worthless or insignificant, like a discarded piece of trash?
Drifting through the wind, wanting to start again?
Do you feel lost and searching for a fresh start in life?
Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin
Have you ever felt fragile, like you could be easily torn apart or defeated?
Like a house of cards, one blow from cavin' in?
Do you feel vulnerable, like one small setback could cause everything to fall apart?
Do you ever feel already buried deep?
Do you feel like your problems are overwhelming and that you're suffocating under their weight?
Six feet under screams, but no one seems to hear a thing
Are you struggling in silence, feeling like no one around you can hear your cries for help?
Do you know that there's still a chance for you?
Do you realize that even in the darkest moments, there is still hope?
'Cause there's a spark in you
Because deep down, there is a glimmer of light within you that can be kindled into a great flame.
You just gotta ignite the light
You just need to recognize the spark within yourself and fan it into a brilliant blaze that illuminates your path.
And let it shine
Allow your true self to shine through, unencumbered by fear or insecurity.
Just own the night
Embrace the darkness rather than fearing it, and learn to use it to your advantage.
Like the Fourth of July
Celebrate your own personal freedom and independence, just like the holiday commemorating America's independence.
'Cause baby, you're a firework
You are a unique, extraordinary individual with boundless potential and the ability to light up the world around you.
Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Don't be afraid to prove yourself and demonstrate all that you're capable of achieving.
Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
Leave those around you impressed and awestruck by your talents and inner strength.
As you shoot across the sky
By taking risks and pursuing your passions, you'll soar to new heights and achieve your wildest dreams.
Come on, let your colors burst
Don't be afraid to let your true self shine through and express yourself boldly and vibrantly.
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe
Your unique talents and individuality are going to inspire and amaze those around you.
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
You are capable of achieving greatness that will outshine even the most impressive accomplishments.
It's always been inside of you, you, you
All of the potential and ability you need to succeed has always existed within you, waiting to be unlocked.
And now it's time to let it through
It's time to shed your self-doubt and embrace your true worth to achieve everything you've ever wanted.
Boom, boom, boom
Metaphorical explosions of joy and success that await you once you unleash your potential.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Esther Dean, Sandy Julien Wilhelm, Tor Erik Hermansen, Mikkel Storleer Eriksen, Katheryn Hudson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@recetasypan
If you are quarentiened
Remember
"After a hurricane
Comes a rainbow"
-Katy Perry 2010
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The rainbow is now here in terms of pandemic :)
(Jan-08-2023)
@alexjavovic6262
Who else just randomly listening old songs
@harry_styles_big_toe_tatto7704
Me lol
@daydream5664
Alex Javovic me I just don't like today's music even though I'm 13 but this song brings my childhood memories
@belledesade930
Happy Fourth of July
@markitabreaux6130
Alex jav
@jayden166
Yes
@eckbert835
Heute schon deine Windeln gewechselt?
@jimppajamppa2563
What about growing up with jontron's cover?
@supremeoverlordshaggy4909
Wodka Gorbatschow *didn't and grow
@matthewrodrick
I was in second grade when I hear this song.