Help Yourself
Peggy Scott-Adams Lyrics


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You got so angry that you couldn't think
So you just sat there and wallowed
Hungry and hollow
Why don't you just swallow your pride?

You got your daydreams and people
Just say things
And when they reach you, oh,  they breach you
Say "I don't need you
It was nice to meet you, now, goodbye"

I can't help you if you
Don't wanna help yourself
Always blaming someone else stop
You know I'm on your side
You're not telepathic, give me a sign
I know it's tragic
And I can't do magic but I'll keep trying

I can't help you if you




Don't wanna help yourself
Always blaming someone else

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Peggy Scott-Adams's song Help Yourself talk about a person who is struggling with their emotions and is unable to move forward. In the first verse, it is described how the person became so angry that they could not think anymore and ended up feeling empty and hungry. The lyrics suggest that the person should swallow their pride and ask for help, instead of isolating themselves from other people. The second verse describes how the person is disconnected from others and has a negative attitude towards them. The chorus emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own life and behavior. The person is urged to stop blaming others and to start taking action to improve their situation. The lyrics acknowledge that helping oneself can be challenging, but it is a necessary step towards growth.


Line by Line Meaning

You got so angry that you couldn't think
Your emotions took over and clouded your judgment, leaving you unable to reason.


So you just sat there and wallowed
Instead of taking action, you allowed yourself to remain stuck in your negative feelings.


Hungry and hollow
You feel empty and unsatisfied, as if something is missing.


Why don't you just swallow your pride?
Stop letting your ego get in the way and take the necessary steps to improve your situation.


You got your daydreams and people
You have your own aspirations and relationships.


Just say things
People will often express their opinions or give you advice, whether you ask for it or not.


And when they reach you, oh, they breach you
You are deeply affected by the words and actions of others, to the point of feeling violated.


Say "I don't need you
Assert your independence and ability to stand on your own.


It was nice to meet you, now, goodbye"
Politely end the interaction and move on from people who do not bring positivity to your life.


I can't help you if you
I am willing to support and assist you


Don't wanna help yourself
But you need to take action and work towards improving your own situation.


Always blaming someone else stop
Instead of pointing fingers and placing blame, take responsibility for your own life and actions.


You know I'm on your side
Despite everything, I am still here for you and want to help.


You're not telepathic, give me a sign
I cannot read your mind, so communicate with me and let me know what you need.


I know it's tragic
I understand that your situation is difficult and unsettling.


And I can't do magic but I'll keep trying
While I cannot solve everything overnight, I am committed to putting in the effort and supporting you however I can.




Lyrics © Hipgnosis Songs Group
Written by: ADAM MELCHOR, ETHAN GRUSKA

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