Take It Higher
Larry Greene Lyrics
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I can hear the words you say
In another time and place
Just a renegade
Cause it's something that you knew
Make it right-make it true
Know you got to break on through
Take it higher
Fight with fire
Take it higher
Over the top
I can see it on your face
Lightnin' strikes without a trace
Anyway there's many days
That you know it's ok
Never let it get you down
You got to give in to the sound
There is so much to be found
Now than we are glory bound
Take it higher
Fight with fire
Take it higher
Over the top
Walk into a world
Inside another universe
Somewhere that you always want to go
Spinning like a circle
With the meaning of the words
Be careful or you fall like dominoes
When I watch you walk away
I can hear the words you say
In another time and place
Just a renegade
Cause it's something that you knew
Make it right-make it true
You know you got to break on through
Only one thing you can do
Take it higher
Larry Greene's song "Take It Higher" is about taking risks and standing up for oneself. The singer is watching someone walk away, but they can still hear the words that they said. The person walking away is described as a renegade; someone who is willing to take chances and face unknown challenges. The song encourages listeners to make things right by standing up for what they believe in and breaking through barriers. The lyrics "take it higher" and "fight with fire" suggest that one should reach for bigger and better things, without fear of failure.
In the following stanza, the lyrics "never let it get you down" and "you got to give in to the sound" show that the person walking away should not let their failures or mistakes define them. Instead, they should embrace the challenges and listen to their own inner voice. The lyrics "now than we are glory bound" makes it clear that it's up to the individual to create their own destiny and determine their own success. In the final stanza, the lyrics "be careful or you fall like dominoes" suggest that it's important to approach challenges with caution, but with the same tenacity and courage shown in the rest of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
When I watch you walk away
The singer feels incomplete without the person they are watching leave.
I can hear the words you say
The singer can't really hear the words that are said, but they imagine what those words could be.
In another time and place
The situation is currently not optimal but could become better in another scenario.
Just a renegade
The person walking away is seen as a rebel or an outsider.
Cause it's something that you knew
The person walking away is aware of something which causes them to leave.
Make it right-make it true
There is an issue that needs to be fixed or resolved to make things better.
Know you got to break on through
In order to overcome obstacles and make things better, the person walking away needs to push beyond what is comfortable.
There's only one thing you can do
Although there are many potential paths, there is only one that will lead to true success.
Take it higher
The person walking away needs to aim for greater success and fulfillment.
Fight with fire
The person walking away needs to be persistent and driven to achieve their goals.
Over the top
The person walking away needs to push past limits to truly succeed.
I can see it on your face
The artist can tell when the person is feeling positive or negative by their facial expression.
Lightnin' strikes without a trace
Opportunities arise quickly and unexpectedly.
Anyway there's many days
Although there may be some difficult days, overall the person can persevere.
That you know it's ok
The person has faith that everything will work out in the end.
Never let it get you down
Regardless of obstacles, the person should maintain a positive attitude and not let failure discourage them.
You got to give in to the sound
The person should be moved by their own desires and inner voice to make decisions.
There is so much to be found
By exploring and taking risks, the person could discover new paths to growth and success.
Now than we are glory bound
The singer believes that there is potential for great success in the near future.
Walk into a world
The person needs to take a chance and explore new horizons.
Inside another universe
The person needs to pursue opportunities outside of their current comfort zone.
Somewhere that you always want to go
The person should pursue their dreams and ideals.
Spinning like a circle
The person feels disoriented and out of control.
With the meaning of the words
The person should listen closely to what others say and try to understand their intentions.
Be careful or you fall like dominoes
The person should be cautious of their actions, as they could have a ripple effect on others.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MORODER, WHITLOCK
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