Moving on Up
M People Heather Small Lyrics


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You´ve done me wrong, your time is up
You took a sip (just a sip) from the devils cup.
You broke my heart, there´s no way back.
Move right outta here baby. Go and pack your bags.
Just who do you think you are?
Stop acting like some kind of star.
Just who do you think you are?
Take it like a man baby if that´s what you are.

[chorus]
´Cos I´m moving on up. You´re moving on out.
Movin´ on up. Nothing can stop me.
Moving on up. You´re moving on out.
Time to break free. Nothing can stop me,
Yeah.

They brag a man has walked in space,
but you can´t even find my place.
Mmm there ain´t nothing (not a thing) you can do
´cos I´ve had enough of me baby being part of you.

Just who do you think you are?
This time you´ve gone too far.
Just who do you think you are?




Take it like a man baby if that´s what you are.
[chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of M People Heather Small's song Moving On Up is about a woman who has been done wrong by her love interest and is now taking the bold step of moving on. The song is an anthem for anyone who has ever been in a toxic relationship and finally found the strength to break free. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer declares that her love interest has done her wrong, and it is time for them to move on.


The lyrics go on to describe the singer's feelings, as she questions her love interest, asking him who he thinks he is for treating her the way he did. She even tells him to stop acting like a star and take it like a man if that's what he is. The chorus of the song is catchy and empowering, as the singer declares that she is moving on up, and nothing can stop her from leaving her past behind.


The lyrics of Moving On Up are reminiscent of a time when disco reigned supreme, and the beat is infectious. It is a song that inspires confidence and encourages the listener not to be held back by anyone or anything. Overall, the lyrics of the song convey a sense of hope, as the singer embraces a brighter future for herself.


Line by Line Meaning

You´ve done me wrong, your time is up
You have wronged me and your time for doing so has ended.


You took a sip (just a sip) from the devils cup.
You were tempted and made a bad decision that led you down the wrong path.


You broke my heart, there´s no way back.
You have caused me emotional pain that cannot be repaired.


Move right outta here baby. Go and pack your bags.
You need to leave and take your belongings with you.


Just who do you think you are?
Why do you have such a high opinion of yourself?


Stop acting like some kind of star.
You are acting arrogantly and need to stop.


Take it like a man baby if that´s what you are.
Face the consequences of your actions like an adult, if that's what you are.


´Cos I´m moving on up. You´re moving on out.
I am progressing to a better place and you are leaving.


Movin´ on up. Nothing can stop me.
I am making progress and nothing can hinder my success.


Time to break free. Nothing can stop me,
It is time to liberate myself and nothing can stand in my way.


They brag a man has walked in space,
Society celebrates great accomplishments, like a man walking in space.


but you can´t even find my place.
You cannot even locate where I live.


Mmm there ain´t nothing (not a thing) you can do
There is nothing you can do to fix our relationship.


´cos I´ve had enough of me baby being part of you.
I no longer want to be associated with you in any way.


This time you´ve gone too far.
You have crossed a line and gone too far in your actions.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAUL HEARD, MIKE PICKERING

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@Wonder_Woman_Of_Pole

Thumbs up if you are still enjoying this in 2024. ❤

@passmybongback

The voice, the songs, and that lovely 90’s sax

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Yeaaaaaaaaaahhhh🎉❤

@Izukumido130

Still listening to this song to this day 🙏

@RobertHastings420

I’m 41 and am just hearing this song for the first time, haha.

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Ofc
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@gaywiththedragontattoo

Thanks DRUK for reminding me what a banger this song is!

@xXxsTePhIe16xXx

Same reason why I’m here because it has been stuck in my head since yesterday LOL

@JoeyLamontagne

Now I can’t stop hearing Michelle’s “WTF?” during the sad solo

@krishh75

Oh my gosh whos listenin tis gem💎 in Mar 19 2024 🎧 ❤🕺💃🤷‍♂️🤷‍♀️

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