Broken Glass
Rachel Platten Lyrics


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I'm on a highway full of red lights
I've lost so many long nights
Felt words that cut like knives
I know, I know they're gonna
Say what they wanna
I know they're gonna
Say what they want (want want)
But I feel it changing
I can taste it, I'm on the wave and
I won't waste it
I have been patient
But I'm not waiting anymore
Not anymore, no

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
Ey, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash

So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go

(Ooh, ooh, ooh) yeah here I go, here I go
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) and here I go, here I go

So I bet on me and my own heartbeat
When all the odds are piling
Like bricks around my feet
You know you know it's more than
More than just for me
You know it's worth it
I still believe, yeah yeah

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
Ey, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash

So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go

(Ooh, ooh, ooh) yeah here I go, here I go
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) and here I go, here I go

Through to the other side, baby I'll survive
'Cause you know I am a fighter
Through to the other side, baby I'm on fire
'Cause you know I'm a survivor

Through to the other side, baby I'll survive
'Cause you know I am a fighter
Through to the other side, baby I'm on fire (on fire, fire) oh!

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
Ey, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash

So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go





(Oh, oh, oh) yea here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) and here I go, here I go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Rachel Platten's song "Broken Glass" are about overcoming challenges and obstacles. The singer uses the metaphor of dancing on broken glass as a symbol of her strength and resilience in the face of adversity. The opening lines of the song describe a sense of frustration and loss, with the singer feeling stuck in her current situation and surrounded by negativity. She acknowledges that people will continue to say hurtful things and criticize her, but she is no longer waiting for their approval or validation.


Despite the obstacles in her way, the singer is determined to keep moving forward and make a positive change in her life. She believes that she is capable of achieving great things if she trusts in herself and follows her heart. The chorus of the song is a triumphant declaration of her strength and courage in the face of adversity. Even though she has been hurt and betrayed in the past, she is not going to let that hold her back. Instead, she will use her pain as a source of motivation and inspiration to keep going and realize her dreams.


In essence, the song is a message of hope and empowerment. It encourages listeners to believe in themselves and stand up for what they believe in, no matter how difficult the journey may be. By embracing their inner strength and resilience, they can overcome any challenge and emerge stronger and more confident than ever before.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm on a highway full of red lights
I am facing obstacles and feeling stuck in my pursuit.


I've lost so many long nights
I have been struggling for a long time and have lost sleep over it.


Felt words that cut like knives
People have spoken hurtful words that have had a deep impact on me.


I know, I know they're gonna
I anticipate people's reactions or criticisms.


Say what they wanna
People will say whatever they want to say or think about me.


I know they're gonna
I am aware of their opinion.


Say what they want (want want)
They will keep talking about me regardless of what I do.


But I feel it changing
I sense that things are changing for me.


I can taste it, I'm on the wave and
I am feeling the momentum and the positive changes.


I won't waste it
I will make sure that I use this opportunity to the fullest.


I have been patient
I have been waiting for this change for a long time.


But I'm not waiting anymore
I am determined to take charge and not wait for anyone else's approval.


Not anymore, no
I am not going to wait any longer.


I'm gonna dance on broken glass
Despite the challenges, I am going to keep pushing forward and dancing on broken glass.


Ey, on broken glass
This is a metaphor for pushing through obstacles.


And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
I am going to break through any barriers that are holding me back.


So what? Still got knives in my back
Despite the progress, I am still facing criticism and negative comments from others.


So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I feel like I am trapped, but it won't stop me.


And here I go, here I go
I am ready to take on anything.


Through to the other side, baby I'll survive
I am confident that I will make it through to the other side and come out stronger.


'Cause you know I am a fighter
I am a fighter and I won't give up.


Through to the other side, baby I'm on fire
I am feeling alive and energized.


I'm gonna dance on broken glass
I am going to continue to push forward and break through all obstacles.


And here I go, here I go
I am ready to take on whatever comes my way.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JARRAD ROGERS, MIKKEL ERIKSEN, NATE CYPHERT, RACHEL PLATTEN, TOR ERIK HERMANSEN

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@amylamanna-pellon8204

Stand by you: taught me to love

Fight song: taught me to believe

Better place: showed me that people care

Broken glass: taught me that no matter how much you have been hurt and pushed down just get back up and "dance on broken glass"💖

Rachel you saved me.. I love you for that 😘



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[Verse 1]
I'm on a highway full of red lights
I lost so many long nights
Felt words that cut like knives
I know, I know they're gonna say what they wanna
And I know they're gonna say what they want

[Pre-Chorus]
But I feel it changing, I can taste it
I'm on the wave and I won't waste it
I have been patient
But I'm not waiting anymore
Not anymore, no

[Chorus]
I'm gonna dance on broken glass, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash, that ceiling crash
So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go

[Verse 2]
So I bet on me and my own heartbeat
When all the odds are piling
Like bricks around my feet
You know, you know it's more than
More than just for me
You know it's worth it
I still believe, yeah yeah

[Chorus]
I'm gonna dance on broken glass, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh), that ceiling crash
So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, ya here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) And here I go, here I go

[Bridge]
Through to the other side, baby, I'll survive
'Cause you know I'm a fighter
Through to the other side, baby, I'm on fire
'Cause you know I'm a survivor
Through to the other side, baby, I'll survive
'Cause you know I'm a fighter
Through to the other side, baby, I'm on fire, fire, fire

[Chorus]
I'm gonna dance on broken glass, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh), that ceiling crash
So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) And here I go, here I go



@wongchyxin8005

Rachel Platten, I Love ya!!

LYRICS

I'm on a highway full of red lights
I lost so many long nights
Felt words that cut like knives
I know I know they're gonna
Say what they wanna
I know they're gonna
Say what they want (want want)

But I feel it changing
I can taste it, I'm on the wave and
I won't waste it
I have been patient
But I'm not waiting anymore
Not anymore, no

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
On broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash
That ceiling crash
So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go

So I bet on me and my own heartbeat
When all the odds are piling
Like bricks around my feet
You know you know it's more than
More than just for me
You know it's worth it
I still believe, yeah yeah

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
On broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash
So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, ya here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) And here I go, here I go

Through to the other side, baby I'll survive
'Cause you know I'm a fighter
Through to the other side, baby I'm on fire
'Cause you know I'm a survivor
Through to the other side, baby I'll survive
'Cause you know I'm a fighter
Through to the other side, baby I'm on fire (on fire)

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
On broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash
So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) Yeah, here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) And here I go, here I go



@mena5090

《Here are the lyrics❤》
I'm on a highway full of red lights
I've lost so many long nights
Felt words that cut like knives
I know, I know they're gonna
Say what they wanna
I know they're gonna
Say what they want (want want)

But I feel it changing
I can taste it, I'm on the wave and
I won't waste it
I have been patient
But I'm not waiting anymore
Not anymore, no

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
Ey, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash

So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go

yeah here I go, here I go
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) and here I go, here I go

So I bet on me and my own heartbeat
When all the odds are piling
Like bricks around my feet
You know you know it's more than
More than just for me
You know it's worth it
I still believe, yeah yeah

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
Ey, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash

So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go

yeah here I go, here I go
(Ooh, ooh, ooh) and here I go, here I go

Through to the other side, baby I'll survive
'Cause you know I am a fighter
Through to the other side, baby I'm on fire
'Cause you know I'm a survivor

Through to the other side, baby I'll survive
'Cause you know I am a fighter
Through to the other side, baby I'm on fire (on fire, fire) oh!

I'm gonna dance on broken glass
Ey, on broken glass
And I'm gonna make that ceiling crash (uh)
That ceiling crash

So what? Still got knives in my back
So what? So I'm tied to the tracks
I'm gonna dance on broken glass
And here I go, here I go

yea here I go, here I go
(Oh, oh, oh) and here I go, here I go



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@marie_jeppesen_5670

We need an album!!<33

@jordanengelke7666

Love Is Louder This Fall!!

@marie_jeppesen_5670

Yes!

@unifirst4713

Love Is Louder me too

@Sku755

Omg. This is sooooo good!
I can't wait for this to become huge!!

@ThePols87

for a week haha

@problemrevolver3022

IF I leak the chronic 1-3 and It Going to be huger than from Earth to Saturn and back

@magicshine2859

Queen Rachel Platten No.. :'D unfortunately not.

@kasyb4312

Damn! This girl is so underrated. I mean, she can even vibrate her voice. Let us support her.

@nolifeconsolegamer

But there’s an even better song about broken glass

https://youtu.be/1rKODwhnpNQ

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