Kesha hopes that 'this song reaches people who are in the midst of struggles'. The song is about Kesha overcoming the obstacles life has thrown at her and about 'coming to feel empathy for someone else even if they hurt or scare you'.
Kesha wants listeners to be proud of the person they are, even during low moments when they feel alone.
Praying
Ke$ha Lyrics
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Told me that I was nothing without you
Oh, but after everything you've done
I can thank you for how strong I have become
'Cause you brought the flames and you put me through hell
I had to learn how to fight for myself
And we both know all the truth I could tell
I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin'
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope you find your peace
Falling on your knees, prayin'
I'm proud of who I am
No more monsters, I can breathe again
And you said that I was done
Well, you were wrong and now the best is yet to come
'Cause I can make it on my own, oh
And I don't need you, I found a strength I've never known
I'll bring thunder, I'll bring rain, oh
When I'm finished, they won't even know your name
You brought the flames and you put me through hell
I had to learn how to fight for myself
And we both know all the truth I could tell
I'll just say this is "I wish you farewell"
I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin'
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope you find your peace
Falling on your knees, prayin'
Ah sometimes, I pray for you at night, oh
Someday, maybe you'll see the light
Whoa oh, some say, in life, you're gonna get what you give
But some things only God can forgive
Yeah! (I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin')
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope you find your peace
Falling on your knees, prayin'
The lyrics to Ke$ha's song "Praying" are empowering and showcase the singer's journey of breaking free from a toxic relationship. The verses talk about how the singer was fooled into believing that she was nothing without her partner, but after everything she had gone through, she has become stronger. The chorus is a message to her ex-partner, wishing that they find peace and change for the better. The bridge is a reminder that forgiveness is possible, but it's only possible with the intervention of a higher power.
The first verse talks about how the singer was controlled by her partner and how they put her through a lot of pain. However, instead of succumbing to it, she fought back and learned to stand up for herself. The chorus is a message of hope, not just for the singer but for her partner too. She is wishing that they find peace within themselves and become better people. In the second verse, Ke$ha is proud of who she is and the progress she has made. She is no longer afraid and is confident that she can make it on her own. She promises to come for her ex-partner with a force that will make them fade into oblivion.
The bridge introduces the idea of forgiveness, but it is presented in a lyrical way. She prays for her ex-partner and hopes that someday they will have a change of heart. The last line of the bridge puts things into perspective and reminds us that forgiveness is not something that can be easily granted but requires a certain level of intervention from a higher power.
Overall, Ke$ha's "Praying" is a powerful song about triumphing over abuse and forgiveness. The lyrics talk about a lot of heavy themes, but it's packaged in a message of hope and strength.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you almost had me fooled
You had me believing that I am nothing without you.
Told me that I was nothing without you
Convinced me that I needed you to be someone.
Oh, but after everything you've done
Despite your hurtful actions towards me.
I can thank you for how strong I have become
I am grateful that I am now a stronger person after everything you've put me through.
'Cause you brought the flames and you put me through hell
You caused me great pain and suffering.
I had to learn how to fight for myself
I had to learn to stand up for myself and be independent.
And we both know all the truth I could tell
We are both aware of the truths about our past.
I'll just say this is "I wish you farewell"
I am done with you and wish you the best for your future.
I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin'
I hope you are able to seek redemption and find inner peace.
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope you are changing for the better and becoming a better person.
I hope you find your peace
I hope you are able to find inner peace and happiness.
Falling on your knees, prayin'
I hope you are able to pray and find solace in your faith.
I'm proud of who I am
I am proud of myself and my achievements.
No more monsters, I can breathe again
I am free of the demons that haunted me and can finally breathe easy again.
And you said that I was done
You thought I was finished and incapable of achieving anything.
Well, you were wrong and now the best is yet to come
You were mistaken, and I still have great things in store for my future.
'Cause I can make it on my own, oh
I am capable of achieving greatness without your help.
And I don't need you, I found a strength I've never known
I have discovered a newfound strength and resilience within myself.
I'll bring thunder, I'll bring rain, oh
I will bring about great change and make a lasting impact on the world.
When I'm finished, they won't even know your name
I will make such a profound impact that your name will be forgotten.
Ah sometimes, I pray for you at night, oh
Occasionally, I pray for you and your well-being.
Someday, maybe you'll see the light
Perhaps one day, you will understand the hurt you have caused and seek redemption.
Whoa oh, some say, in life, you're gonna get what you give
It is said that you will receive back what you put out into the world.
But some things only God can forgive
There are some things that only God can forgive, no matter what.
Yeah! (I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin')
Yes! I really do hope that you are seeking redemption and praying for your soul.
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
Again, I truly hope that you are becoming a better person and changing for the better.
I hope you find your peace
Once more, I really do hope that you are able to find inner peace and happiness.
Falling on your knees, prayin'
I hope you are able to pray and find solace in your faith.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andrew Joslyn, Ben Abraham, Kesha Sebert, Ryan S. Lewis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@free2bkittenforever
Fun fact: this is not a set; it was filmed at a real place that actually looks like this (including the part with all the TVs and the mountain that says “God is love”)
It is a radical anarchist collective in the desert of California. Kind of like if Burning Man were permanent and an actual functioning city
Kesha has gotten pretty political since she escaped her contract with Dr Luke and can now have creative control over her music. Just look at her other song, Rich White Straight Men
The choice of this place to shoot her video wasn’t arbitrary as she views Dr Luke as one of said “rich white straight men” who rule (and ruin) the world, so Praying too ties into her politics
But also what I am really impressed by is that technically when Praying was produced she hadn’t won her case against him yet. So this song easily could’ve ruined her career. It is obviously about Dr Luke abusing her and her livelihood still depended on him. He could’ve gotten pissed and retaliated, and he tried to
Instead the song became a massive hit, she won her case, and was able to get offers from other labels that have her more creative control. And now the world knows about how much of a dick Dr Luke is
But Kesha was incredibly brave for coming out with this song when she did. She knew it could end her career and even put her in physical danger and she did it anyway. I see so many survivors in these comments finding inspiration from her. We should all be grateful for her bravery and sheer badassery
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@ashleydahlhuston9082
KESHA I love your music so much
@Sunny_Fade
Love all of your music!
@taeyeonss231
we'll be supporting this
@littlemisstravelista
I’ve been raped too thank you for this song 🎶 🥹
@tovelover2910
Love your new album, specially Hate Me Harder i hope it has a Music Video 🔥🙈
@wolfestorm8141
that high note shooketh me!
@seantingz7714
+Jose Olegs I think it's a g6
@hareonna15
Did she say '(YEAH!)'? lol
@klimadzu
because she auto tunes?