bravery
Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen Lyrics


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I've given up my nightlight 'cause I'm not scared of the dark.
I've tasted buttermilk, slept through Jurassic Park.
I've taken off my training wheels, used adult shampoo.
Sometimes there's no limit to the scary things I'll do.
I don't hide in the closet when I hear a thunderclap.
I dunk my head in water, I've sat on Santa's lap.
I never bat an eye when I get my measles shot.
So when things get scary, it's a good thing I've got

Bravery, I'm loaded with bravery
When I'm in a pinch, I don't even flinch
I'm cool and I'm calm

Bravery, I'm brimming with bravery
I'm always prepared. And if I'm still scared, I get my Mom.

First day at kindergarten, others might have wept.
I sat and played with Legos, At nap time, I just slept.
I climb the tallest jungle gyms, slide the biggest slides.
When I go to Disney World, I ride the biggest rides.
Last Friday at assembly, in front of the whole school,
I played a singing carrot and didn't lose my cool.
I hopped out on that stage, and sang out clear and strong.
In sticky situations, I always bring along...

Bravery
Three cheers for Bravery.
The sight of a ghost, won't turn me to toast.
I'm better than that.

Bravery
I'm brimming with Bravery.
But if I despair, and Mom isn't there,
There's always Dad.

Wavery
When my knees get wavery,
My heart's in my mouth, my nerves heading south,
And I've got the shakes.

Quavery
When my voice gets quavery,
I suck in my gut.
I'm mean and I'm lean.
I swagger and strut.
A P.T. Marine. Left right, left, right,
I left the jitters behind.

Bravery
Three cheers for Bravery
You won't see us clench when we're in the trench.
Or when things get hairy.

Bravery




Let's hear it for bravery!
We're so full of bravery, It's scary!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen's song "Bravery" speak to the theme of overcoming fear and the confidence that comes with accomplishing intimidating tasks. Each verse details specific instances where the singer has faced their fears and succeeded, from giving up their nightlight to playing the lead in a school play. The chorus proclaims the singer's bravery and how prepared they are for any scary situation, with a backup plan of reaching out to their parents if needed. The song concludes with the message that bravery is always within reach, even when one may feel a sense of wavering or insecurity.


Through the progression of the verses in the song, the singer details the different ways in which they have shown bravery, such as sitting on Santa's lap and getting their measles shot. These instances represent what may seem like small feats to some, but are major accomplishments for others who might experience fear in these situations. The chorus is a bold declaration of the singer's confidence and ability to handle any situation with ease, knowing that they are "loaded with bravery". The concluding lines acknowledge that fear and hesitation can still exist, but the singer channels their bravery through assertiveness and creating a bold personality.


Overall, the song serves as an anthem for overcoming fear and incentivizes others to find their own forms of bravery in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I've given up my nightlight 'cause I'm not scared of the dark.
I'm brave enough to sleep in the dark without the comfort of a nightlight.


I've tasted buttermilk, slept through Jurassic Park.
I am courageous enough to try new experiences like tasting buttermilk and watching scary movies like Jurassic Park without any fear.


I've taken off my training wheels, used adult shampoo.
I have the courage to take risks and do things like riding a bike without training wheels and using adult shampoo.


Sometimes there's no limit to the scary things I'll do.
I am fearless and always up for facing any challenges and scary situations that I may encounter.


I don't hide in the closet when I hear a thunderclap.
I am so brave that I don't even hide in the closet from thunderstorm and thunderclaps.


I dunk my head in water, I've sat on Santa's lap.
I am not afraid to perform daring acts like dunking my head in water and sitting on Santa's lap without any fear.


I never bat an eye when I get my measles shot.
I don't fear getting vaccinated and I remain calm and composed even when I get a measles shot.


So when things get scary, it's a good thing I've got Bravery,
I am confident that I always have enough courage to face any situation that may scare me with bravery as my greatest asset.


First day at kindergarten, others might have wept.
On my first day at kindergarten, while others may have been scared, I was not afraid and went straight to playing with my Legos.


I sit and played with Legos, At nap time, I just slept.
I am so brave that I wasn't even affected by the anxiety and fear associated with nap time and instead happily played with my Legos and eventually fell asleep.


I climb the tallest jungle gyms, slide the biggest slides.
I have the courage to conquer my fear of heights and slide on the biggest slides and climb the tallest jungle gyms.


When I go to Disney World, I ride the biggest rides.
I have the bravery to go on the biggest and scariest rides at Disney World.


Last Friday at assembly, in front of the whole school,
Even in front of a big audience like the school assembly, I don't feel anxious or scared.


I played a singing carrot and didn't lose my cool.
I don't panic and can stay composed even in funny and odd roles like playing a singing carrot in a musical performance.


I hopped out on that stage, and sang out clear and strong.
I am not afraid to show off my talents on stage and can confidently sing out loud and strong.


In sticky situations, I always bring along Bravery
In challenging situations, my bravery helps me stay calm and face my fears.


When my knees get wavery,
When I feel intimidated or scared, I try to regain my courage.


My heart's in my mouth, my nerves heading south,
I might feel anxious and afraid when facing scary situations.


And I've got the shakes.
My hands may shake with fear sometimes, but I always manage to overcome my fears and face challenges with bravery and courage.


When my voice gets quavery, I suck in my gut.
I try to put up a brave face even when I'm scared and fearful by controlling my voice and posture.


I'm mean and I'm lean.
I try to look tough and strong by maintaining good posture and body language.


I swagger and strut. A P.T. Marine. Left right, left, right,
I have the confidence to walk proudly, step by step, like military personnel on parade.


I left the jitters behind.
I overcame the fear and anxiety associated with a challenging situation, leaving behind jitters and nervousness.


You won't see us clench when we're in the trench.
We won't be afraid or intimidated even in difficult situations or challenges.


Or when things get hairy.
We won't get scared when a situation gets difficult, risky or uncertain.


We're so full of bravery, It's scary!
We have so much bravery and courage that it might scare others or leave them in awe.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MICHAEL ABBOTT

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loey12886

My sister and I sang this song in a talent show when we were 8, my other sister made us sing it. I'm 34 now and I still remember every minute of that moment

🌈 rainbow kitten 😺

This may sound really dark, and it is but I was abused as a child emotionally by my stepmum. On my way to my dads and stepmum's, I would always listen to this to make me feel brave.

Mary-Kate&Ashley Olsen

🥺💖💖

J-Tenn

Did you call CPS?

Syd Bey

I am sorry this has a bad feeling associated to your life. This was also a song I would find my confidence in when I was young.

MxCartney

At least it helped you….hope your actually safe now

Samantha Coutts

I feel your pain. I've been abused by my stepmom, too. Fortunately, my dad and I are moving out next month.

Becky Raynor

I love this song

Kitkatgirl56

It's funny how I used to get scared of this as a kid.

Denise D’Souza Boucher

Same at any mention of a scary thing I thought that video with scary

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