People Like Us
Kelly Clarkson Lyrics

We come into this world unknown
At birth, we all start with a clean slate, without any preconceived notions or expectations.

But know that we are not alone
Despite feeling lost or adrift, we're not alone in our struggles and can always find comfort in the support of others.

They try and knock us down
Others may try to tear us down or make us feel inferior, but we have the strength to rise above it.

But change is coming, it's our time now
Despite facing adversity, we must embrace change and realize that our time to shine is now.

Hey everybody loses it
Everyone has moments of vulnerability where they feel like giving up.

Everybody wants to throw it all away sometimes
During these moments of despair, it's easy to want to give up entirely.

And hey, yeah I know what you're going through
The singer acknowledges that she understands and empathizes with the listener's struggles.

Don't let it get the best of you, you'll make it out alive
Despite feeling overwhelmed, it's important to keep pushing forward and believing that things will get better.

Oh, people like us we've gotta stick together
The singer calls for solidarity among those who feel like outcasts or misfits.

Keep your head up, nothing lasts forever
Even during difficult times, it's important to stay optimistic and remember that pain is temporary.

Here's to the damned to the lost and forgotten
The singer acknowledges those who feel excluded or forgotten by society.

It's hard to get high when you're living on the bottom
It's difficult to feel success or happiness when you're at your lowest point.

We are all misfits living in a world on fire
The singer notes that even those who seem to have it all together can feel like outsiders in a chaotic world.

Sing it for the people like us, the people like us
The singer calls for a unifying anthem that speaks to those who feel like they don't belong.

Hey, this is not a funeral
Despite feeling like everything is falling apart, this is not the end.

It's a revolution, after all your tears have turned to rage
This is a time for change and a call to arms for those who have suffered enough and are ready to take action.

Just wait, everything will be okay
Despite uncertain times, the singer assures that a brighter future is in sight.

They can't do nothing to you, they can't do nothing to me
Both the singer and listener are beyond the reach of those who try to tear them down.

This is the life that we choose, this is the life that we bleed
Despite challenges, we have the power to choose the kind of life we want to live and the sacrifices we're willing to make for it.

So throw your fists in the air, come out, come out if you dare
The singer encourages the listener to take a stand and make their voice heard, no matter the consequences.

Tonight we're gonna change forever
The singer calls for a revolution and a permanent shift in values and attitudes towards those who are deemed as outsiders.

You've just gotta turn it up loud when the flames get higher
When things get tough, it's crucial to be vocal and stand firm in your beliefs.

We're all misfits living in a world on fire
The singer affirms that, no matter our differences and struggles, we're all in this together and can ignite change as a united front.