Feeling Good
Pitch Perfect Lyrics


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Birds flying high
You know how I feel
Sun in the sky
You know how I feel
Reeds driftin' on by
You know how I feel
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good
I'm feeling good

Fish in the sea
You know how I feel
River running free
You know how I feel
Blossom on the tree
You know how I feel
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
For me
And I'm feeling good

Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know
Butterflies all havin' fun you know what I mean
Sleep in peace when the day is done that's what I mean
And this old world is a new world
And a bold world
For me
For me

Stars when you shine
You know how I feel
Scent of the pine
You know how I feel
Oooh freedom is mine
And I know how I feel

It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life
It's a new life
For me





And
I'm feeling good

Overall Meaning

The song "Feeling Good" from Pitch Perfect is a cover of the classic song originally by Nina Simone. The song is a celebration of a new beginning, a new dawn, and a new life. Each verse describes different natural elements such as birds, sun, and river, conveying a sense of gratitude and appreciation for the beauty of nature. The chorus repeats the line "I'm feeling good," expressing a feeling of happiness and positivity for what the future may hold.


The song also involves imagery of insects, such as dragonflies and butterflies, which adds to the natural theme of the song. The mention of sleeping in peace when the day is done implies a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment. The use of the word "freedom" conveys a sense of elation and liberation from past troubles and struggles.


Overall, "Feeling Good" is a song about the beauty and value of life, and how new beginnings can bring hope and positivity. By celebrating the beauty of nature and the joys of life, the song inspires listeners to embrace change and look forward to the future with optimism.


Line by Line Meaning

Birds flying high
The presence of free-spirited creatures in this world reminds me of the beauty and joy of life.


You know how I feel
My emotions towards these natural elements are very strong and positive.


Sun in the sky
The sunshine is a powerful force of nature that brings light and warmth to everything it touches.


Reeds driftin' on by
The slow and peaceful movement of the reeds in the water represents the calming nature of the natural world.


It's a new dawn
The start of a new day represents a fresh opportunity for growth and new experiences.


It's a new day
Each day presents new opportunities and possibilities for me to explore.


It's a new life
Every moment is a chance to start anew and make the most out of life.


For me
I am lucky enough to be alive and able to experience the beauty of the world.


And I'm feeling good
These positive and uplifting sentiments make me feel truly happy and fulfilled.


Fish in the sea
The vastness and diversity of the ocean reminds me of the seemingly endless possibilities in life.


River running free
The flow of the river represents the natural progression of life and the importance of staying moving.


Blossom on the tree
The vibrant colors of the flowers represent the beauty and fragility of life.


Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know
The presence of a dragonfly in the warm sunshine is a symbol of the carefree and adventurous nature of life.


Butterflies all havin' fun you know what I mean
The joyful fluttering of the butterflies is a representation of the simple pleasures in life.


Sleep in peace when the day is done that's what I mean
Being able to rest peacefully at the end of a long day is a crucial aspect of maintaining overall wellbeing.


And this old world is a new world
Every day is an opportunity to look at life with a fresh perspective and to view the world as if seeing it for the first time.


And a bold world
The world is full of opportunities and experiences waiting to be explored and discovered.


Stars when you shine
The twinkling stars in the night sky represent the vastness and infinite nature of the cosmos.


Scent of the pine
The sweet, woody aroma of pine trees represents the natural beauty and serenity of the outdoors.


Oooh freedom is mine
The freedom and ability to enjoy all the simple and beautiful aspects of life is truly invaluable.




Writer(s): Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@loretaruisenor988

My favorite parts (I love all of it, this is just my fav)

2:20 Their flexing of the dance
2:30 The glance
2:40 The entire cover of that song
2:55 The transition
3:03 The confidence in his song
3:33 Her confidence
3:55 "Keep going"
3:58 Her smile
4:01 Her voice
4:22 The ouuuuuuuuu
4:31 Her head bob
4:33 His head bob
4:35 Everyone joining
4:43 Her smile
4:58 "We out"
*All of the looks between the main characters



@Silva4520

0:40 : Toni Basil - Hey Mickey
0:50 : Madonna - Like a Virgin
1:17 : Pat Benatar - Hit Me With Your Best Shot
1:38 : Roxette - It Must Have Been Love
2:13 : Rihanna - S&M
2:40 : Salt-N-Pepa - Let's Talk About Sex
2:55 : Boyz II Men - I'll Make Love To You
3:03 : Foreigner - Feels Like the First Time
3:32 : Blackstreet feat Dr. Dre & Queen Pen - No Diggity



@bizarrebunny5579

Stacie lowkey carried this riff off

2:20 - her and Cynthia killing it and her dancing added it so much
2:32 - her bad bitch coming out
2:43 - that “oh”
2:55 - no comment needed
4:13 - she started the others on the “mmhmmmm”s
4:28 - getting the crowd involved
4:37 - Took over from becca for the “no diggity” part



All comments from YouTube:

@claricechua3885

No diggity is definitely the best part of the riff off. The way Becca looks so excited about it even when everyone doesn't get it. And when everyone starts joining in 🤚😩. Chills

@davejay6855

The way she goes from embarrassed/judgey to running up to Jesse and the Treblemakers all ready to join in with her song is adorable...

...she should've just said "it is" though instead of "it's" and maybe no one would have noticed.

@lucykelly7341

The second best parti is no diggity as well but when fat Amy says, "ohwow!!!" And flips them off amazing got me on the floor dying!!😂😂

@ebaisoter522

Tiktotik

@ebaisoter522

how are you doing are @Lucy kelly

@AliciaMitermite

​@Dave Jay Yeah but it was truly unfair because ''it is'' and ''it's'' are literally the same thing 😢

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@karlarosas1424

I've always wanted the riff offs to be longer they were always the best part of the movie

@dragon-cs7zi

ikr

@ratinthehat_

I know 😭

@BizBazBoz2007

they were originally longer but they cut them short because it would of cost them lots of money to buy licenses for all the songs

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