Give It Up
Phillip Ingram Jeff Lorber Buzz Feiten Paulinho Da Costa and Dave Koz Lyrics
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Gotta keep on tryin'
Don't give up
Gotta keep on pushin'
Gotta keep on tryin'
Don't give up
Gotta keep on tryin'
Don't give up
(Give up)
Gotta keep on pushin'
Gotta keep on tryin'
Don't give up
Gotta keep on pushin'
Gotta keep on tryin'
Just hold on
(Just hold on)
Gotta keep on pushin'
Gotta keep on tryin'
Don't give up
(Don't give, don't give, don't give up)
No, don't give up
Gotta keep on pushin'
Gotta keep on tryin'
Don't give up
The lyrics to "Give It Up" by Philip Ingram Jeff Lorber Buzz Feiten Paulinho Da Costa and Dave Koz are a testament to perseverance and maintaining a forward momentum in the face of adversity. The repetition of the lines "Gotta keep on pushin'" and "Gotta keep on tryin'" emphasizes the importance of determination and not giving up despite the difficulties one may encounter on their journey.
The lines "Don't give up" and "Just hold on" serve as reminders to stay strong and remain committed to one's goals, even when it may seem easier to give in or give up. The repetition of these phrases throughout the song's chorus reinforces this message of resilience and serves as a call to action for listeners to maintain a sense of perseverance and determination in their own lives.
Overall, "Give It Up" is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to never give up on their dreams and to keep pushing forward no matter what obstacles they may face along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Gotta keep on pushin'
We must continue to apply pressure and work hard towards our goals
Gotta keep on tryin'
We must continue to make an effort and not give up on our pursuits
Don't give up
We must persevere and not lose faith in our abilities or dreams
Give up
This is a reminder to not abandon our goals and to keep striving for success
Just hold on
Even when things get tough, we must keep going and stay resilient
Don't give, don't give, don't give up
This repetition emphasizes the importance of not giving up, no matter what challenges we may face
No, don't give up
An emphatic declaration to maintain a positive attitude and continue pursuing our goals
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Written by: BURT BACHARACH, DAVID KOZ
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