The track likely dates back to June 2018, due to the following tweet from Sawayama:
https://twitter.com/rinasawayama/status/1011303293581250561?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1011303293581250561%7Ctwgr%5E3b9b1fa6405a751098370d4647770a5468401d90%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fgenius.com%2FRina-sawayama-chosen-family-lyrics
Chosen Family
Rina Sawayama Lyrics
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Tell me your story and I'll tell you mine
I'm all ears, take your time, we've got all night
Show me the rivers crossed, the mountains scaled
Show me who made you walk all the way here
Ooh
Ooh
You're alright now
We don't need to be related to relate
We don't need to share genes or a surname
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
So what if we don't look the same?
We been going through the same thing, yeah
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
Hand me a pen and I'll rewrite the pain
When you're ready, we'll turn the page together
Open a bottle, it's time we celebrate
Who you were, who you are
We're one and the same, yeah, yeah
We don't need to be related to relate
We don't need to share genes or a surname
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
So what if we don't look the same?
We been going through the same thing, yeah
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
I chose you
You chose me
I chose (chosen family)
I chose you
You chose me
We're alright now
We don't need to be related to relate
We don't need to share genes or a surname
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
So what if we don't look the same?
We been going through the same pain, yeah
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
We don't need to be related to relate
We don't need to share genes or a surname
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
So what if we don't look the same?
We been going through the same thing, yeah
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
We don't need to be related to relate
We don't need to share genes or a surname
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
So what if we don't look the same?
We been going through the same thing, yeah
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
Rina Sawayama’s song “Chosen Family” is an ode to the importance of creating and cherishing a support system of individuals outside of one’s biological family. The lyrics convey a sense of unconditional love and acceptance, symbolically expressed through the lines “We don't need to be related to relate. We don't need to share genes or a surname. You are, you are My chosen, chosen family”. The song highlights the idea that belongingness and identity are not strictly bound by blood relationships but rather the experiences and connections formed through shared pain, joy, and intimate moments.
The lyrics describe the idea of taking the time to listen and understand each other’s stories, regardless of how different they may seem. The lines “Tell me your story and I'll tell you mine” and “Show me who made you walk all the way here” imply a sense of empathy and support that one finds in the chosen family. The song emphasizes that this support can help heal past traumas and pain, as symbolized through the lines “Hand me a pen and I'll rewrite the pain, when you're ready we'll turn the page together”.
In essence, “Chosen Family” is an uplifting ballad that celebrates the beauty of human connection and the idea of finding love and joy in the individuals we choose to call family, even if they are not related by blood.
Line by Line Meaning
Where do I belong
Asking where I fit in and who I belong with
Tell me your story and I'll tell you mine
Let's share our experiences and connect through our stories
I'm all ears, take your time, we've got all night
I'm here to listen and support you, so take your time
Show me the rivers crossed, the mountains scaled
Share your journey and the obstacles you've overcome
Show me who made you walk all the way here
Let's explore the people and experiences that brought you to this point
Settle down, put your bags down
Relax and feel at ease, you're safe here
You're alright now
You don't have to keep running or struggling, you're in a good place now
We don't need to be related to relate
Our connection isn't dependent on genetics, but on shared experiences and emotions
We don't need to share genes or a surname
Our bond isn't limited to traditional family ties
You are, you are
My chosen, chosen family
You are a part of my family because we've chosen each other
So what if we don't look the same?
Our physical differences don't change our connection or love for one another
We been going through the same thing, yeah
We understand each other's struggles and can support each other through them
Hand me a pen and I'll rewrite the pain
Let's heal together and write a new story that's free from our past pain
When you're ready, we'll turn the page together
We'll move forward together when the time is right
Open a bottle, it's time we celebrate
Let's acknowledge our connection and love for each other
Who you were, who you are
We're one and the same, yeah, yeah
Our past and present don't define us, but our shared love and bond does
I chose you
You chose me
I chose (chosen family)
I chose you
You chose me
We're alright now
We're in a good place now because we've chosen each other as family
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Danny Harle, Jonny Lattimer, Rina Sawayama
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@POLSKAH
..i need to be honest right now. for someone that prides himself on pop culture I never knew this woman existed and randomly I came across this song. and I absolutely lost it.
her voice is something special. and the second Elton started singing, I lost it.
this woman is incredible. and Elton, you are the epitome of class and the epitome of a hard worker.
I've lost 15 loved ones and four short years and seven the last one and a half. two of my best friends are gone. my ex who was only 26 died of COVID. and my best friend here in Chicago was murdered down the block from me. no one understands and I am having the worst day of my life every single day of my life and very rarely will music hit me so hard.
this song is incredible. the lyrics scene so beautiful and simple but this is a perfect example of how you can have whatever lyrics you want in a song but these two together are a gift from God. I feel their love I feel their protection and I feel their experience. this woman is absolutely incredible and I cannot wait to hear more of her music. and Elton....you took my breath away. you absolutely took my breath away.
also I don't usually read comments but I did for some reason, and it's so good to see so many of you guys being kind because so many people in this world are not and I'm just here to let you all know that you all f**** rock, there's very few that can understand my pain and grief and this entire song and thread changed my day but perhaps it's going to last longer than that. I can't wait to listen to this over and over and I can't wait to go to my two best friends Graves and play them this song.
xoxoxo. be safe.💛
@dearkhomotjo
Dedicating this to my parents who adopted me after I lost my Mom when I was 10 in 2005. 🤍
@jackainsleybrincat1960
What a beautiful, sentimental dedication, your parents are lucky to have you 💖
@euq8
thats beautiful
@Tiolimao
Omg so cutee 🥺
@ExeKoiv
omg 😭😭🤧🤧
@ari8119
no bc i was already crying a lot while listening and then i saw ur comment and sobbed even more 😭😭😭
@pleasegivemeausername
Why more senior artist can’t be like sir elton? He reached a point in his career no one will achieve & he is still supporting newer artists. Truly an icon
@socorroqueiroz5754
he's definelly a idol
@pleasegivemeausername
@@socorroqueiroz5754 he sure is! We are lucky that he is still alive & active
@Waknoodle
Because he the greatest living musical artist today. Sincerely, Giant Elton Fan