Some People
Paul Young Lyrics


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Some people, they know how to play the game of love
Some people, know just who to pray to up above
I know where I'm going, I'm taking it straight to the top
I know where I'm going, I don't see a reason to stop
You took my hand, put me back where I started
Showed me the way, showed me the way
You took my hand, put me back where I started
Some people seem to get the best of life really easy
Some people seemed to be put on this earth to please me
I know that I'm lucky, what you give me I'll send right back
I know I'm so lucky, this won't be a tough one to crack
You took my hand, put me back where I started
Showed me the way, showed me the way
You took my hand, put me back where I started
Some of us were living in perplexion
While others seemed to go sailing through
Some of us were getting no direction
Some of us could only think of you
Some people can give every piece of their heart to another
Some people are just as happy when they're left on their own
I know what I have now, the grass isn't greener over there
I know what I have now, and it's something that I want to share
You took my hand, put me back where I started




Showed me the way, showed me the way
You took my hand, put me back where I started

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Paul Young's "Some People" explore different aspects of love, happiness, luck, and perception. The singer acknowledges that some people seem to know how to play the game of love, while others are just lucky and seem to effortlessly get the best of life. However, he emphasizes that he knows where he's going and doesn't see a reason to stop, implying that he is determined to achieve love and success on his own terms. The singer is also grateful for the person who has helped him find his way, put him back where he started, and showed him the way.


The lyrics suggest that some people are living in perplexion, while others are sailing through life or getting no direction. This could refer to the different socio-economic, cultural, or personal circumstances that affect people's perceptions, opportunities, and struggles. However, the singer implies that he is not affected by these differences and focuses on what he has now. He values the person who has given him something to share and acknowledges that the grass isn't greener over there, meaning that he is content with what he has and doesn't envy other people's lives.


Overall, "Some People" is a reflective and optimistic song about the different ways people experience love, happiness, and luck. The lyrics suggest that it's possible to find one's way and value what one has, regardless of the challenges or differences in life.


Line by Line Meaning

Some people, they know how to play the game of love
There are some people who are skilled in the ways of love and romance.


Some people, know just who to pray to up above
Some people have a strong spiritual belief and know who to turn to in times of need and gratitude.


I know where I'm going, I'm taking it straight to the top
I have a clear vision of where I want to go and I am determined to reach the pinnacle of success.


I know where I'm going, I don't see a reason to stop
I have a strong conviction and sense of purpose that motivates me to keep pushing forward towards my goals.


You took my hand, put me back where I started
You helped me find my way back to where I began, giving me a fresh start and a chance to begin anew.


Showed me the way, showed me the way
You were my guide and mentor, helping me navigate through life's many challenges and obstacles.


Some people seem to get the best of life really easy
There are some people who effortlessly seem to have everything they want in life handed to them on a silver platter.


Some people seemed to be put on this earth to please me
There are some people who appear to exist solely for my own pleasure and enjoyment.


I know that I'm lucky, what you give me I'll send right back
I am aware of how fortunate I am to have you in my life, and I promise to reciprocate your generosity and kindness.


I know I'm so lucky, this won't be a tough one to crack
I am fully aware of my good fortune, and feel confident that I will be able to hold onto it with ease.


Some of us were living in perplexion
Some of us were confused and uncertain about our place in the world.


While others seemed to go sailing through
While others appeared to breeze through life with relative ease and little resistance.


Some of us were getting no direction
Some of us were lost, without any clear sense of purpose or direction in life.


Some of us could only think of you
Some of us were consumed by thoughts of you, constantly fixated on your impact on our lives.


Some people can give every piece of their heart to another
There are some people who are capable of giving their whole heart and soul to another person, completely and without reservation.


Some people are just as happy when they're left on their own
There are some people who are content and fulfilled even when they are alone, without the need for any external validation or support.


I know what I have now, the grass isn't greener over there
I am grateful for what I have in my life at the moment, and recognize that there is no greater happiness or fulfillment to be found elsewhere.


I know what I have now, and it's something that I want to share
I am proud of what I have achieved and experienced in my life, and want to share these blessings with others who are important to me.




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Written by: IAN KEWLEY, PAUL YOUNG

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