Defying Gravity
Louise Dearman Lyrics


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Something has changed within me
Something is not the same
I'm through with playing by the rules of someone else's game
Too late for second guessing
Too late to go back to sleep
It's time to trust my instincts
Close my eyes and leave
It's time to try defying gravity
I think I'll try defying gravity




You won't bring me down
I'm through accepting limits

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Louise Dearman's song Defying Gravity express a strong desire to break free from the constraints of conformity and take control of one's own life. The singer speaks of a transformation that has taken place within them, causing them to reject the rules and limitations that have been imposed upon them for so long. They declare that it is "too late for second guessing" and "too late to go back to sleep," indicating an urgency to embrace this inner change and step boldly into a new way of being.


The line "It's time to trust my instincts" suggests that the singer is no longer willing to rely on external guidance, but instead will follow their own inner voice. They declare their intention to "defy gravity," which can be interpreted as a metaphor for rising above worldly concerns and limitations, and reaching for something higher and more meaningful. Despite the challenges and opposition they may face, the singer asserts that "you won't bring me down," displaying a powerful sense of resilience and determination.


Line by Line Meaning

Something has changed within me
I have undergone a transformation in my thinking, emotions or behavior


Something is not the same
I am no longer the same person I used to be


I'm through with playing by the rules of someone else's game
I am done conforming to the expectations and demands of others


Too late for second guessing
It is too late to have doubts or reconsider my decision


Too late to go back to sleep
I can no longer ignore or deny the reality of my situation


It's time to trust my instincts
I must have confidence in my intuition and inner voice


Close my eyes and leave
I must let go of my fears and doubts and take a risk


It's time to try defying gravity
I must challenge conventions and limitations and pursue my dreams


I think I'll try defying gravity
I feel empowered and determined to take this leap of faith


You won't bring me down
I will not be discouraged or defeated by anyone or anything


I'm through accepting limits
I am done believing in restrictions and barriers that hold me back




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H R

No unnecessary riffs. Just vocal power and great acting. They really don’t make them like this anymore.

Robbie

The vib when she opens up on “how I” is just GLORIOUS. & how she leans into that top F once she’s hit it!! Sensational

Xavier D Allen music universe

AMAZINNG!! Wish I could see this live.

Matthew Hughes

So sad we never got any HD bootleg footage of Louise

Queen of Random Things

Yeah 😣

Ben Schaeffer

I prefer her as Elphaba versus Glinda I think. Great that she was vocally versatile enough to play both roles, not many Wicked performers can boast that.

Gregory Joshua-Cox

That high F is to die for

Queen of Random Things

Agreed!

stacyanddan2003

WOW! 🤩

glassheartnerd

Miss Dearman ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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