Settle Down
No Doubt Lyrics
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Get in line and settle down
What's your 20 (do you copy?)
Where's your brain (do you copy?)
Checking in to check you out
Concerned about your whereabouts
Copy that (do you copy?)
So tell me what is going on
It's so heavy I bet
I'm fine (nothing's gonna knock this girl down)
I'm hella positive for real I'm all good
No I'm fine (nothing's gonna knock this girl down)
It's kinda complicated that's for sure
But you can see it in my eyes
You can read it on my lips
I'm trying to get a hold on this
And I really mean it this time
And you know it's such a trip
Don't get me started
I'm trying to get a hold on this
Get in line and settle down
Get in line and settle down
No big deal (I can handle it)
It'll bounce off me (I can handle it)
Been around the block before
Doesn't matter anymore
Here we go again (Are you kidding me?)
Are you insane? (Are you kidding me?)
Underneath the avalanche
It's so heavy again
I'm fine (nothing's gonna knock this girl down)
I'm hella positive for real I'm all good
No I'm fine (nothing's gonna knock this girl down)
It's kinda complicated that's for sure
But you can see it in my eyes
You can read it on my lips
I'm trying to get a hold on this
And I really mean it this time
And you know it's such a trip
Don't get me started
I'm trying to get a hold on this
Get in line and settle down
Get in line and settle down
Got you 10-4 lover
Got you 10-4 lover
Got you 10-4 lover
Got you 10-4 lover
I'm a rough and tough, I'm a rough and tough
Nothing's gonna knock this girl down
I'm a rough and tough, I'm a rough and tough
Nothing's gonna knock this girl down
I'm a rough and tough, I'm a rough and tough
Nothing's gonna knock this girl down
I'm a rough and tough, I'm a rough and tough
Nothing's gonna knock this girl down
But you can see it in my eyes
You can read it on my lips
I'm trying to get a hold on this
And I really mean it this time
And you know it's such a trip
Don't get me started
I'm trying to get a hold on this
Gotta get a hold on this
Trying to get a hold on this
Don't get me started
Gotta get a hold on this
Get in line and settle down
Get in line and settle down
Get in line and settle down
Get in line and settle down
Get in line and settle down
Get in line and settle down
The lyrics of No Doubt's song Settle Down is a message about taking control of the challenges that life throws at you. The song encourages the listener to stay strong and keep pressing forward despite the obstacles they face.
The beginning of the song features an instruction to "get in line and settle down," which can be interpreted as a call to focus on what really matters and stop being distracted by external factors. The next few lines contain a series of questions that suggest concern for the well-being of someone close to them. This is followed by a declaration from the singer that she's "fine" and determined to remain positive despite whatever trials come her way.
The chorus repeats the mantra of "get in line and settle down," perhaps as a way to reinforce the idea that staying focused is the key to overcoming adversity. The repeated phrase "nothing's gonna knock this girl down" is an affirmation of strength and resilience.
Overall, Settle Down is a song that champions perseverance and the power of the human spirit to overcome obstacles. It's an anthem for anyone who's faced adversity and is determined to come out on top.
Line by Line Meaning
Get in line and settle down
Calm down and stop acting erratically
What's your 20 (do you copy?)
Asking for the current location and state of mind
Checking in to check you out
Looking out for wellbeing and behaviour
Copy that (do you copy?)
Agreement and validation sought
You're acting strange (do you copy?)
Identifying unusual behaviour
So tell me what is going on
Requesting explanation for behaviour
It's so heavy I bet
The situation is overwhelming
I'm fine (nothing's gonna knock this girl down)
Putting on a brave face despite struggles
No I'm fine (nothing's gonna knock this girl down)
Reiterating resilience despite difficulties
It's kinda complicated that's for sure
Acknowledging that the situation is complex
You can see it in my eyes
My emotions are evident
You can read it on my lips
My words convey my feelings
I'm trying to get a hold on this
Attempting to gain control of the situation
And I really mean it this time
Emphasising determination to overcome difficulties
And you know it's such a trip
The experience is surreal and unexpected
Don't get me started
Avoiding an emotional outburst
No big deal (I can handle it)
Downplaying the seriousness of the situation
It'll bounce off me (I can handle it)
Asserting ability to handle challenges
Been around the block before
Experienced similar challenges previously
Doesn't matter anymore
Past struggles hold no significance
Here we go again (Are you kidding me?)
Exasperation and frustration with repeated challenges
Are you insane? (Are you kidding me?)
Rhetorical question aimed at highlighting ridiculousness
Underneath the avalanche
Buried under a heavy load
Got you 10-4 lover
Affirmation and support
I'm a rough and tough, I'm a rough and tough
Boastful self-affirmation of resilience
Gotta get a hold on this
Determination to overcome challenges
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Gwen Stefani, Tom Dumont, Tony Kanal
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Will Ludlam
A very underrated song by No Doubt. Needs more love than it got. Hard to believe that this song is already 7 years old.
Paula Panqueva
Now has 11!! It felt like yesterday I was so excited for them to sing together again.
Nate Ez
Gwen is one of a kind. Awesome talent.
DM .h
literally a Clone
Tiger EXO
Finally found this song after 8 years…I heard it on the radio when i was a kid and loved the rhythm…i remembered it and searched for settle down just now!
Sri Putri
lol yeah me too
Mattie Kim
Sameee!
Cari Machet
Ska
Dany Hernandez
Me too
After 9 years!!
Bunny Lang
I get you. Loved No Doubt on the radio without even knowing who they were! That was the 80's without internet. So strange, huh. Maybe not as we were all going through our own stuff. When I realized the full intensity of them during Youtube, I was like, What? Especially Gwen Stefanie when I would see her picture before this time, I was like, okay, this chick wants to be Marilyn Monroe without even realizing who she really is. Finding out I was a fan without knowing I was a fan! Humility/embarrassment to my own self.. I freakin' love her so much. And No Doubt.