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Nicola Roberts Lyrics


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I'm scared of telling lies, 'case karma comes and eats me whole
I'm scared to think about the devil, 'case he takes my soul
I'm scared of parties, scared of nightmares, scared I'll lose control

I don't like druggies, don't like bad men, don't like bitchy girls
Don't think it's healthy holding grudges that won't save the world
I don't like nasty words, they hurt me like you'd never know
But don't think I won't put on a smiley face and do the show

I hate that bad boyfriends wear some beautiful disguises
I hate it when your order comes, and they've messed up all your sizes
Hate that I'm always late, hate that I'm messy too
I hate that I have got it in me to start feeling blue

I'm scared to wake up one day, and find that my bubble's burst
I'm scared that someone else has got the new collection first
I'm scared of seeing ghosts, I'm scared of the unknown
I'm scared to be some two-faced person's little stepping stone

I don't like the people that leave comments on the Internet
They preach they're perfect, while they're fucking you with intellect
I don't like that you won't let me speak controversially
Because you think that it won't sit well universally

I hope that one day we stop striving for perfection
I hope that everybody loves my new direction
I hope we no more need the adverts that are supposed to help kids getting hurt





I hope that one day we get the answers
I hope that one day we get the answers

Overall Meaning

Nicola Roberts's song "I" is a vulnerable expression of fear and apprehension. The lyrics poignantly capture the singer's anxieties and insecurities, revealing a deep-seated fear of negative consequences and a desire to be accepted and loved. The opening lines express a fear of telling lies, hinting at a sense of guilt or shame that the singer carries with her. She seems acutely aware of the dangers of karma and the potential for retribution that lies in wait for those who deceive others. Similarly, the fear of losing her soul to the devil suggests a nagging sense of spiritual unease and vulnerability.


The singer's fear of parties and nightmares, as well as losing control, may reflect a more general anxiety about social interaction and the unpredictability of life. She dislikes druggies, bad men and bitchy girls, harbouring an aversion to negativity and meanness. She acknowledges the damage that holding grudges can cause and highlights the way in which nasty words can hurt. Despite this, however, the singer is willing to put on a "smiley face" and perform, suggesting that she is determined to put her fears aside and get on with the business of living.


The lyrics touch on themes of relationships, self-image and fear of the unknown. The fear of bad boyfriends in disguise hints at a history of difficult or abusive relationships. The fear that someone else will get the new collection first suggests a concern with social status and the pressure to keep up with the latest trends. The fear of ghosts and the unknown highlights a broader fear of the mysterious and the inexplicable. The final stanza expresses a hope for a world in which perfection is not the ultimate goal, where advers are not necessary for children, and where answers are found.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm scared of telling lies, 'case karma comes and eats me whole
I'm afraid of lying because I believe in karma and the consequences that will follow.


I'm scared to think about the devil, 'case he takes my soul
I'm afraid of the devil and the idea of losing my soul to him.


I'm scared of parties, scared of nightmares, scared I'll lose control
I have a fear of social events, nightmares, and losing control of myself.


I don't like druggies, don't like bad men, don't like bitchy girls
I dislike people who do drugs, bad men, and girls who are cruel and gossip.


Don't think it's healthy holding grudges that won't save the world
I don't believe it's healthy to hold grudges against others when it won't make the world a better place.


I don't like nasty words, they hurt me like you'd never know
I'm sensitive to harsh words and they can deeply affect me.


But don't think I won't put on a smiley face and do the show
Despite being sensitive, I'm capable of putting on a happy face and performing.


I hate that bad boyfriends wear some beautiful disguises
I dislike how some bad boyfriends can hide behind a charming facade.


I hate it when your order comes, and they've messed up all your sizes
I don't like it when mistakes are made, like getting the wrong size in an order.


Hate that I'm always late, hate that I'm messy too
I hate that I have a tendency to be late and disorganized.


I hate that I have got it in me to start feeling blue
I hate that I'm capable of feeling sad and down.


I'm scared to wake up one day, and find that my bubble's burst
I have a fear of my dreams and aspirations falling apart.


I'm scared that someone else has got the new collection first
I'm afraid of missing out on the latest trends and fashion items.


I'm scared of seeing ghosts, I'm scared of the unknown
I have a fear of the paranormal and not knowing what may happen in the future.


I'm scared to be some two-faced person's little stepping stone
I'm afraid of being used by two-faced people for their own advantage.


I don't like the people that leave comments on the Internet
I dislike individuals who leave negative and hurtful comments on the internet.


They preach they're perfect, while they're fucking you with intellect
These individuals pretend to be perfect while using their intelligence to hurt others.


I don't like that you won't let me speak controversially
I dislike not being able to express myself fully and discuss controversial topics.


Because you think that it won't sit well universally
The reason I can't speak my mind is due to the fear that my opinions won't be well-received by everyone.


I hope that one day we stop striving for perfection
I have hope for a world where perfectionism is not a standard we need to meet.


I hope that everybody loves my new direction
I have hope for a positive reception towards my new direction in life.


I hope we no more need the adverts that are supposed to help kids getting hurt
My hope is for a world where advertisements for child safety and well-being are not necessary.


I hope that one day we get the answers
I have hope for a future where we have the answers to life's biggest questions.


I hope that one day we get the answers
I have hope for a future where we have the answers to life's biggest questions.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: JOSEPH PATRICK MOUNT, NICOLA MARIA ROBERTS

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Luisa A 95

I'm scared of dying and not trying, scared of getting old
I'm scared of telling lie, case karma comes and eats me whole
I'm scared to think about the devil, 'case he takes my soul
I'm scared of parties, scared of nightmares, scared I'll lose control

I don't like druggies, don't like bad men, don't like bitchy girls
Don't think it's healthy holding grudges that won't save the world
I don't like nasty words, they hurt me like you'd never know
But don't think I won't put on a smiley face and do the show

I hate that bad boyfriends wear some beautiful disguises
I hate it when your order comes, and they've messed up all your sizes
Hate that I'm always late, hate that I'm messy too
I hate that I have got it in me to start feeling blue

I'm scared to wake up one day, and find that my bubble's burst
I'm scared that someone else has got the new collection first
I'm scared of seeing ghosts, I'm scared of the unknown
I'm scared to be some two-faced person's little stepping stone

I don't like the people that leave comments on the Internet
They preach they're perfect, while they're fucking you with intellect
I don't like that you won't let me speak controversially
Because you think that it won't sit well universally

I hope that one day we stop striving for perfection
I hope that everybody loves my new direction
I hope we no more need the adverts that are supposed to help kids getting hurt

I hope that one day we get the answers
I hope that one day we get the answers



All comments from YouTube:

Francesca

Shes so underated!! The world needs more songs like this and her voice is so pure and amazing. I cant believe people judge her, shes an incredible person, you can tell by this song. Love her and will always support her no matter what. ♡

Roland Baldwin

incredibly underrated album.  I'm really looking forward to her new material.

Lee Townsley

Roland Baldwin 4 years on and we are STILL looking forward to it.

Guy Petersen

Yes, long overdue - and Girls Aloud aren't getting back together anytime soon it seems having once done so already of course!

Roland Baldwin

+Guy Petersen She's just signed with a new publishing house. Here's hoping we do get new music.

Guy Petersen

It might happen, it might not - but this album goes down as one of the best debut ones ever in recent times,  5 years on!

somethingNew

+Roland Baldwin i totally agree

Isabelle

Nicola has the best album of a GA solo. This song is a masterpiece, lyrics and production.

LionmaneElsie08

I'm not crazy on this song, but I do love the bits when she sings "I hope that one day we find the answers". Her lyrics mean so much, they are very deep in pretty much all of her songs. I love the emotion she puts into her work. Nicola you are just amazing and gorgeous, and your voice is to die for!

Aimee Valentine

Im really impressed I knew Nicola had talent when i saw her on popstars years back and i felt that her voice was not show cases enough in girls aloud because people judged her on her looks she is really talented you go nicola xxx

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