Superstition
Raven Symone Lyrics
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Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, yeh, yeh
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Very superstitious, the devil's on his way
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer, superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
Raven Symone's song "Superstition" is a cover of the legendary Stevie Wonder's song with the same title. The song revolves around the concept of superstition and its effects on human life. The opening lines of the song, "Very superstitious, writing on the wall," suggest that people rely on signs and symbols to guide them through life, even if these signs are ambiguous or self-created. The chorus cautions people against falling prey to superstitions, arguing that doing so will only lead to suffering.
The second stanza suggests that people try to rid themselves of the negative effects of superstition by "washing their face and hands" and "doing all that they can" to rid themselves of problems. However, the singer still remains trapped in a "daydream," one that leaves them feeling deluded and disconnected from reality. The final stanza's repetition of the infant breaking the mirror - and therefore experiencing bad luck - underscores the idea that superstition has the power to shape reality. The song concludes with the singer asserting that nothing more needs to be said about superstition, and that it inevitably leads to misery.
Line by Line Meaning
Very superstitious, writing on the wall
Believing everything around you is a sign of something mystical and significant, even if it is just writing on a wall.
Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Believing that an object or event as simple as a ladder falling can hold deep, symbolic meaning or can bring about unfortunate events due to being superstitious.
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Believing that a simple accident, such as a young child breaking a mirror, can bring about years of bad luck due to superstitious beliefs.
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
Believing that simple superstitious beliefs can take away from your ability to enjoy life and appreciate the good things that you have done in the past.
When you believe in things that you don't understand,Then you suffer
The practice of holding superstitious beliefs can lead to a loss of control and anxiety in one's life that causes them to suffer.
Superstition ain't the way
Believing in superstitious notions is not the correct way to approach life, it can lead to irrational thinking and a loss of control.
Very superstitious, wash your face and hands
Believing that simple actions, like washing your hands and face, can erase any mystical taints in your life or bad omens that may affect you due to superstitious beliefs.
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Taking drastic actions, and making extreme efforts such as various rituals or actions, to be rid of any bad luck or negative effects in your life due to superstitious beliefs.
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
The desire to stay in an alternative reality or to live in a state of ignorance and bliss to avoid the anxieties and troubles that are caused by these superstitious notions.
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
The feelings of despair or hopelessness that may arise when attempting to overcome superstitious beliefs, which may seem impossible or so ingrained in one's being that they lead to sadness and despair.
The devil's on his way
In superstitious belief, there is often an association of negative and harmful powers or energies, such as the devil, which can cause serious harm, and this can cause feelings of dread and despair.
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
At times, the impact of superstitious beliefs can be so powerful that there is simply no way to explain the presence or impact of these beliefs outside of the realm of the mystical.
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
A continuation of the fear and anxiety caused by superstitious beliefs, in which even the most innocuous events, such as a broken mirror, can seem to be a harbinger of bad things to come.
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past
Believing that even times of good fortune, such as success or good luck, can still lead to negative outcomes due to holding superstitious beliefs.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
The practice of allowing oneself to hold beliefs that have no logical explanation or are not based on reality, which can lead to a loss of control and a lack of understanding in one's life.
Then you suffer, superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
The negative impact that can occur in one's life when they allow themselves to be ruled by superstitious beliefs, which can result in a loss of control and a sense of despair that can cause great suffering.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Actual Music, S.L.
Written by: Stevie Wonder
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Stocking Anarchy
"Superstiton"
[Digital:] Superstition
Hmmmm
Hmmmm (ooh)
Very superstitious
Writings on the wall
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Very superstitious
Ladder's 'bout to fall
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Thirteen month old baby (ooh)
Broke the looking glass
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Seven years of bad luck
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
The good things in the past
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
When you believe in things
That you don't understand
Then you suffer...
Superstition ain't the way
(Superstition)
Na na na
Very superstitious
Wash your face and hands
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Rid me of the problem
Do all that you can
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Keep me in a daydream
Keep me goin' strong
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
You don't wanna save me
(You don't wanna save me)
Sad is my song
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
When you believe in things
That you don't understand
Then you suffer...
Superstition ain't the way
(Superstition ain't the way, yeah)
When you believe in things
That you don't understand
Then you suffer...
Superstition ain't the way
(Superstition ain't the way)
No no no no
Dave Aldama
I WANT THIS SONG ON SPOTIFYYYYYYY :(
Jennifer Moy
This was used for "The Haunted Mansion" movie.
IAmDonnieTae
Which makes it all the more disappointing that this never plays at any point in the film. I remember watching it in theaters, anticipating the end credits thinking the song would play then. Nope. All we ever got was the music video during commercial breaks on Disney Channel
Jade Hankerson
Listening to this now while a new Haunted Mansion is coming out ❤ I feel so old 😂
William K
I like this song by her!!!!!! And love her character raven Baxter she looks and does great as her!!!!!!! Her director for the music video was her dad!!!!! Love raven symone!!!!!
Stocking Anarchy
"Superstiton"
[Digital:] Superstition
Hmmmm
Hmmmm (ooh)
Very superstitious
Writings on the wall
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Very superstitious
Ladder's 'bout to fall
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Thirteen month old baby (ooh)
Broke the looking glass
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Seven years of bad luck
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
The good things in the past
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
When you believe in things
That you don't understand
Then you suffer...
Superstition ain't the way
(Superstition)
Na na na
Very superstitious
Wash your face and hands
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Rid me of the problem
Do all that you can
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
Keep me in a daydream
Keep me goin' strong
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
You don't wanna save me
(You don't wanna save me)
Sad is my song
(Superstition ain't the way, ain't the way)
When you believe in things
That you don't understand
Then you suffer...
Superstition ain't the way
(Superstition ain't the way, yeah)
When you believe in things
That you don't understand
Then you suffer...
Superstition ain't the way
(Superstition ain't the way)
No no no no
Makaela M
I just feel like it’s the time of year to listen to this lmao.
Will K
I love her version!!!!! And that's so Raven way to go raven for being yourself baby girl you make a gay guy proud to be himself your so awesome
Sandra Moroni
Love her
Dontae Watts
This giving me 7thgrade tease❤❤❤