Road Less Traveled
Lauren Alaina Lyrics
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That mirror, mirror, it ain't fair at all (mmh)
Dress sizes can't define, don't let the world decide what's beautiful
No
You won't make yourself a name if you follow the rules
History gets made when you're acting a fool
So don't hold it back and just run it
No, they can't tear you apart
If you trust your rebel heart, ride it into battle
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled
Wear out your boots and kick up the gravel
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled on
Oh, ooh whoa, oh, ooh whoa
Take the road less traveled on
Don't follow anyone
March to the rhythm of a different drum (mmh)
Why do we analyze, break out, and criticize the crazy ones?
Oh
You won't make yourself a name if you follow the rules
History gets made when you're acting a fool
So don't hold it back and just run it
Show what you got and just own it
No, they can't tear you apart, no
If you trust your rebel heart, ride it into battle
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled
Wear out your boots and kick up the gravel
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled on
Oh, ooh whoa, oh, ooh whoa
Take the road less traveled on
Oh, ooh whoa, oh, ooh whoa
Take the road less traveled on
Put your hands up, show me that you're one of a kind
Put your hands up, let me hear your voice tonight
Oh
If you trust your rebel heart, ride it into battle
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled
Wear out your boots and kick up the gravel
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled on
If you trust your rebel heart, ride it into battle
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled
Wear out your boots and kick up the gravel
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled on
Oh, ooh whoa, oh, ooh whoa
Take the road less traveled on
Wear out your boots and kick up the gravel
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled on
Traveled on
Take the road less traveled on
In Lauren Alaina's song "Road Less Traveled," the lyrics are empowering and focus on self-acceptance and individualism. The first verse talks about the pressure to conform to a standard of beauty set by society, and how it's important not to let it define us. The next verse emphasizes the importance of being yourself and not following the rules, because that's how history gets made. The chorus encourages listeners to embrace their uniqueness and forge their path, even if it means taking the road less traveled.
The idea behind "the road less traveled" is that there are many options and paths in life, and sometimes the less obvious or less taken one can lead to the greatest rewards. This idea is reflected in the lyrics, which encourage listeners to trust their own instincts and rebel hearts, and to not be afraid to take risks and make mistakes. The song's message is about self-empowerment, with Alaina urging listeners to show the world what they've got, and to never be afraid to stand out.
Overall, "Road Less Traveled" is a song that speaks to the value of individualism and authenticity in a world that too often demands conformity. Its message is one of self-confidence and empowerment, and it encourages listeners to trust themselves and to take the less obvious path in life, which can often lead to greater happiness and success.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do you keep on staring?
Why are you so obsessed with your appearance in the mirror?
That mirror, mirror, it ain't fair at all (mmh)
The mirror doesn't accurately represent my beauty, it's not fair.
Dress sizes can't define, don't let the world decide what's beautiful
The size of my clothing doesn't define me, I won't let other people's opinions define beauty.
You won't make yourself a name if you follow the rules
You won't be memorable if you don't take risks and follow what everyone else is doing.
History gets made when you're acting a fool
Great things happen when you're not afraid to take risks and be bold.
So don't hold it back and just run it
Don't be afraid to go after your dreams, give it all you've got.
Show what you got and just own it
Be proud of who you are and show off your unique skills and talents.
No, they can't tear you apart
No one can bring you down if you stay true to yourself.
If you trust your rebel heart, ride it into battle
If you trust your passions and beliefs, fight for them with all your might.
Don't be afraid, take the road less traveled
Don't be afraid to do something different and take a different path.
Wear out your boots and kick up the gravel
Don't be afraid to work hard and get your hands dirty to achieve your goals.
Don't follow anyone
Don't let others dictate your path or tell you what to do.
March to the rhythm of a different drum (mmh)
Follow your own beat and be unique.
Why do we analyze, break out, and criticize the crazy ones?
Why do we judge and criticize those who think and act outside the norm?
Put your hands up, show me that you're one of a kind
Show the world what makes you unique and different.
Put your hands up, let me hear your voice tonight
Speak up and share your voice and ideas with the world.
Traveled on
Take the road less traveled on
Continue to take risks and follow your own path.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lauren Alaina, Jesse Frasure, Meghan Trainor
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@pennyplank-newman2275
My little boy loves this song! I know it talks about L.A.'s struggle with eating disorders and body image issues, but in my son's case, he is now five and is showing signs of Autism, making him a uniquely abled child. I never want him to be ashamed of that. I want him to embrace it and accept himself for who he is. That's what this song says to me for him.
@happyd976
from one autistic person thank you for guiding him right
@pennyplank-newman2275
Happy D You're welcome, Sweetie!
@happyd976
+Joni Kim and how much money have you made compared to her
@happyd976
+Joni Kim Nah anybody with a brain could answer
@wellthatsjustprime4107
Penny Plank-Newman I know how your son feels I have a high end spectrum of autism. Just saying I know how he feels
@lisaschroeder1470
This song literally moves me everytime I hear it! The steps of self acceptance....as she steps through the "mirror" into her past to encourage herself to be the "one" she sees herself as now....stepping into the process it took to finally see and recognize who she is..".one of a kind" BEAUTIFUL. She didnt send anyone else to encourage her....she realized that it was only in herself the whole time...the only one that could send her the message she needed the whole time...always there in her... Stepping out to her own beat of a drum...being ok even if that means your standing alone believing in what you are...taking a road less "traveled" on...
@tammyking6197
@Lauren Alaina Talking to yourself? with your multiple accounts? How many accounts do you have? 100,000 or million? or more? LOL
@frednelson5018
About 10 or 11 years ago, there was a girl named Grace who posted a comment in Lauren Alaina's high school video!
She posted a comment "my brother killed himself cuz Lauren bullied him, my life is fuked up". Lauren's mother threatened her to take it down and later on, she deleted her comments by Lauren's mother pressure! In a couple days later, I think I chatted with Lauren's father and this is his exact words: "I feel sorry for the kid too but there's nothing I can do now" so have to move on".
@michelevanpelt6142
Lauren is not insecure, it's the others in the video. Bullying is going to be punished just keep it up idiots. Jealous haters have cheating con artists boyfriends and HIV from Stacy Leia Tomlinson. Who's the scumbag?! Nerds