Firework
Kesha ft Katy Perry Lyrics


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Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
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

Overall Meaning

In “Firework,” Kesha and Katy Perry encourage listeners to rise above self-doubt and embrace their unique qualities. The song speaks to a universal truth about the human experience. It reminds people to not let their insecurities hold them back, and to believe in themselves. The opening lyrics, “Do you ever feel like a plastic bag drifting through the wind, wanting to start again?” resonate with anyone who has felt lost or powerless. The song acknowledges the fact that life is tough and things can get overwhelming, but it's important to remember that there's still hope and potential inside of you.


The chorus itself provides an uplifting message of encouragement, a reminder of one's worth: "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." The imagery of fireworks is inspiring because it symbolizes a moment of celebration that draws people’s attention. The song suggests that, like fireworks, we all contain a certain spark that deserves to be lit and shared with the world. It's a reminder that our existence is valuable and that we have the power to make an impact.


Overall, “Firework” is an empowering anthem about the importance of self-love and embracing one's individuality. It encourages people to embrace their inner strength and unleash it to the world, to shine bright like a firework and not to be afraid to let their true colors burst.


Line by Line Meaning

Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
Do you ever feel directionless and insignificant?


Drifting through the wind, wanting to start again?
Feeling lost, adrift without purpose, looking to begin anew?


Do you ever feel, feel so paper thin
Do you ever feel so vulnerable, almost nonexistent?


Like a house of cards, one blow from cavin' in?
Like life is fragile, and it wouldn't take much to bring about disaster?


Do you ever feel already buried deep?
Do you feel trapped or stuck, hidden from others?


Six feet under screams, but no one seems to hear a thing
Even when you want to be noticed, or heard, no one seems to give you the attention or acknowledgement you need?


Do you know that there's still a chance for you?
Do you know that you're not powerless, and there's always an opportunity to change things?


'Cause there's a spark in you
Because there's an ember in you, a small but powerful source of energy?


You just gotta ignite the light
You just need to find the source of your inner strength and bring it to the surface?


And let it shine
Allow it to glow and radiate without holding back?


Just own the night
Take command and ownership of your life, and live it boldly?


Like the Fourth of July
With the same brilliance and breathtaking awe of fireworks on this holiday?


'Cause baby, you're a firework
Because, just like fireworks, you have the power to shine and brighten up the world in your own way?


Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Be confident and assertive; prove to others that you are valuable and capable?


Make 'em go, "Oh, oh, oh"
Astound and impress them with your brilliance and shine?


As you shoot across the sky
As you blaze a trail ahead and make your mark?


Come on, let your colors burst
Let your unique qualities and talents shine through with vibrant expression?


You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe
Leave a lasting impact of admiration and wonder on those who witness your brilliance?


You don't have to feel like a waste of space
You don't have to feel like you don't belong or contribute any value?


You're original, cannot be replaced
You possess distinctiveness that cannot be duplicated or substituted?


If you only knew what the future holds
If only you had a clear idea of what possibilities await you?


After a hurricane comes a rainbow
After a period of chaos and turmoil, there is hope and beauty to follow?


Maybe a reason why all the doors are closed
Perhaps there is a reason why opportunities are not present, and things are more challenging?


So you could open one that leads you to the perfect road
In reality, there may be a better option outside of what's perceived as the norm?


Like a lightning bolt, your heart will glow
Like a flash of electricity, your passion and drive will surge and energize?


And when it's time, you'll know
At the right moment, you will be aware of what steps to take next?


Boom, boom, boom
An explosion of energy, strength, and power?


Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
Even more luminous and majestic than the celestial body in the night sky?


It's always been inside of you, you, you
The strength and energy that lies within you have always been present?


And now it's time to let it through
The moment has arrived that you need to bring your inner power to the exterior?




Lyrics © DistroKid, 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

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[Verse 1]
Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
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

[Pre-Chorus]
You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July

[Chorus]
'Cause baby, you're a firework
Come on show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go, "Awe, awe, awe"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go, "Awe, awe, awe"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe

[Verse 2]
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

[Pre-Chorus]
You just gotta ignite the light
And let it shine
Just own the night
Like the Fourth of July

[Chorus]
'Cause baby, you're a firework
Come on, show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go, "Awe, awe, awe"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go, "Awe, awe, awe"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe

[Bridge]
"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 throu-ou-ough

[Chorus]
'Cause baby, you're a firework
Come on show 'em what you're worth
Make 'em go, "Awe, awe, awe,"
As you shoot across the sky-y-y
Baby, you're a firework
Come on, let your colors burst
Make 'em go, "Awe, awe, awe"
You're gonna leave 'em all in awe, awe, awe

[Outro]
"Boom, boom, boom"
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon
"Boom, boom, boom"
Even brighter than the moon, moon, moon



@finleey

Do you ever feel like a plastic bag
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
( quick lyrics test😂, which day in July should it be like❓️❓️)

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