Kina started playing shows at the age of four in front of her stuffed animals. Now she plays in front of people, though it wasn’t the quickest transition for the admittedly shy songstress. While attending college at USC, Kina often retreated to the secluded stairwells around campus where she could write and sing without being heard. Protected by their quiet confines, she found a safe haven and a creative outlet for her music. Armed with a guitar and a cup of tea, Kina wrote in every stairwell she came across. And it was within these stairwells that she developed her confidence as a songwriter and her poise as a performer.
In 2007, Kina joined YouTube, made a music video and entered herself into a contest. A few months later, her video for “Message From Your Heart” aired during the Superbowl and its 97 million viewers (or 194 million eyeballs, depending on how you’re keeping track) and she walked away with a record deal. Since then, Kina has regularly posted her songs on YouTube, amassing many millions of views, and toured throughout North America. Her songs have been heard on television shows such as ABC’s General Hospital and MTV’s College Life.
Am I Wrong
Kina Grannis Lyrics
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Am I wrong for saying that I choose another way?
I′m not trying to do what everybody else doing
Just cause everybody's doing what they all do
If one thing I know, I′ll fall but I'll grow
I'm walking down this road of mine, this road that I call home
So am I wrong?
Now am I wrong?
For trying to reach the things that I can′t see?
But that′s just how I feel
That's just how I feel
That′s just how I feel
Trying to reach the things that I can't see
Am I tripping?
For having a vision?
My prediction, I′ma be on the top of the world
Walk your walk and don't look back, always do what you decide
Don′t let them control your life
Fight for yours and don't let go, don't let them compare you, no
Don′t worry, you′re not alone
Am I wrong?
For thinking that we could be something for real? (Oh)
Now am I wrong?
For trying to reach the things that I can't see?
That′s just how I feel
That's just how I feel
That′s just how I feel
Trying to reach the things that I can't see
Ah, ah
No, ooh
In Kina Grannis's song "Am I Wrong," the lyrics speak to the doubts and fears of someone who is trying to do something different with their life. The first verse questions if she is wrong for having a different perspective and taking an alternative route, while also acknowledging that her decision is not based on blindly following what everyone else is doing. She recognizes that there may be obstacles in her path, but she is willing to learn and grow as she continues on this journey that she calls home.
The chorus repeats the question of whether she is wrong in trying to achieve something real and reaching for things that are not yet visible. She acknowledges that this may seem like a grand vision, but it is how she truly feels. The second verse reinforces this idea that having a vision is not a negative thing and expresses her prediction that she will reach the top of the world. She encourages others to also live out their dreams and not be swayed by others' expectations or judgments as they fight for what they want.
Overall, this song is an encouraging reminder to pursue one's own dreams and not be held back by doubts or external pressures. It recognizes that there may be challenges along the way, but ultimately, one can grow and learn from those experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Am I wrong for thinking out the box from where I stay?
Is it incorrect for me to believe outside of the norms based on my current situation?
Am I wrong for saying that I choose another way?
Is it incorrect for me to express that I am taking a different path?
I'm not trying to do what everybody else doing
I am not attempting to follow what others are doing.
Just cause everybody's doing what they all do
Just because everyone else is following the same routine.
If one thing I know, I'll fall but I'll grow
I am aware that I will face obstacles and fail, but I will learn from those experiences and grow.
I'm walking down this road of mine, this road that I call home
I am walking on my own path, the one that I consider home.
So am I wrong?
So, I ask, is it incorrect?
For thinking we could be something for real?
To hope that we could build something genuine?
Now am I wrong?
Is it wrong of me now?
For trying to reach the things that I can't see?
To strive for things that are not apparent to me?
But that's just how I feel
But that's how I truly feel.
Trying to reach the things that I can't see
Attempting to grasp things beyond my sight.
Am I tripping?
Am I imagining things?
For having a vision?
For having a dream?
My prediction, I'ma be on the top of the world
My intuition tells me that I will succeed in reaching the top of the world.
Walk your walk and don't look back, always do what you decide
Move forward with your goals and do not let anyone stop you or make choices for you.
Don't let them control your life
Do not allow others to take control of your life.
Fight for yours and don't let go, don't let them compare you, no
Fight for what you believe in, and do not let anyone compare you to others.
Don't worry, you're not alone
Don't be afraid, you are not by yourself.
Ah, ah
Ah, ah
No, ooh
No, ooh
Writer(s): Vincent Dery, Nicolay Sereba, Abdoulie Jallow, William Wiik Larsen
Contributed by Annabelle V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
an dy
Does anybody else think it's completely ridiculous that she can sound like an actual angel literally all the time?!
Rebecca Cook
Not only is this cover completely amazing but I'v always loved the way you play the guitar. I don't know how to explain it but everyone plays and navigates between strings a little differently and the way you do it looks (and sounds) so effortless and beautiful. My description probably sucked but I don't know how else to put that into words. XD
Kina Grannis
New video! "Am I Wrong" Nico & Vinz Cover + Tour Announcement! Happy #KinaMonday <3
Am I Wrong - Nico & Vinz (Kina Grannis Cover)
SomebodyOutThere
Amazing!
Sean Williams
wow very good
Ingo
Amazing
MC
Very godt
Niels Hansen
Wery nice and clean. You have a beautiful voice and I like the way you handle that guitar 👍 There's no reason to try to be perfect because you are.
Chloe Huggs
Flawless, her voice is like silk 😍
Loreal S.
LOVE how she made this song her own. Kina your voice sounds absolutely gorgeous.