Lala
Rosie McClelland Lyrics
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But only with my eyes closed
And only from the shadows
Waiting for my turn, for my turn
I used to be
Afraid to stand on my own
Quiet cause they said so
I couldn’t hold back that fire in the dark
Guess all those feelings started a spark
Now if I’m scared I know where to start, know where to start
‘Cause I
Didn’t know I could fly tiI I found wings
Didn’t think I could speak til my heart sang
Now I hear a little voice inside of me
And it’s going like la la la la
Like a pulse I’mma keep it on drumming
A melody and I keep it on humming
No I’m never gonna stop at nothing
And it’s going like la la la la la
If you’re like me
Some days it’s like you’re facing
Troubles every way yeah
They can wait their turn, wait their turn
If you don’t try
Then you’re never gonna know
Yeah you’re never gonna know better
Cause you won’t shine
If you’re never gonna glow
If you’re never gonna glow ever
No no no
The lyrics to Rosie McClelland's song "LaLa" convey a message of empowerment and self-discovery. The opening verses describe the singer's past self as someone who only dreams with their eyes closed, waiting for their turn in the shadows. She was afraid to stand on her own and was quiet because others told her to be. However, the chorus marks a turning point for the singer. She discovers her true potential and learns to fly using her own wings. She realizes that she can speak her mind, and a little voice inside of her comes alive. This newfound confidence can be heard as she sings "la la la la", representing the beat of her heart and the tune of her soul.
The second half of the song encourages listeners to face their troubles head-on and to not be afraid to try new things. The singer warns that if you do not try, you will never know what you are capable of, and you will not shine if you do not glow. The final chorus reiterates the empowering message that the singer has discovered. She will keep drumming and humming the melody of her heart and never stop at anything. The "la la la la" beat reinforces the message that everyone has a unique voice inside, waiting to be set free.
In summary, "LaLa" is a song about discovering one's inner strength and potential. It encourages listeners to take risks, find their voice, and never stop pursuing their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to dream
I used to have dreams, but only when I closed my eyes and from a distance, feeling like I wasn't an active participant
But only with my eyes closed
My dreams only came to me in my sleep or when I wasn't paying attention
And only from the shadows
They were elusive and felt distant, like a shadow or a faint idea of what I wanted
Waiting for my turn, for my turn
I waited for someone or something to happen to me, instead of actively seeking it out
I used to be
I used to embody a certain way of being
Afraid to stand on my own
I was scared to be independent and stand up for myself
Quiet cause they said so
I had been told by others to be quiet and not speak up
When you gonna learn, gonna learn
I started to question when I would learn to stand up and be heard
I couldn’t hold back that fire in the dark
I had a passion and drive that couldn't be contained or hidden away
Guess all those feelings started a spark
These feelings ignited and ignited a new passion in me
Now if I’m scared I know where to start, know where to start
I now have a starting point and know where to look for guidance when I am afraid
‘Cause I
Because I am now in a different place emotionally
Didn’t know I could fly tiI I found wings
I discovered that I had the potential to soar, and I found the tools to help me achieve my goals
Didn’t think I could speak til my heart sang
I realized that I didn't have to hold back and that my voice was just as important as anyone else's
Now I hear a little voice inside of me
I have found a spark of confidence and motivation within myself
And it’s going like la la la la
This internal voice is like a song, a beat or a rhythm that drives me forward
Like a pulse I’mma keep it on drumming
This voice is relentless and drives me to keep going and pushing myself beyond my limits
A melody and I keep it on humming
This internal song gives me the courage to keep moving forward
No I’m never gonna stop at nothing
I am determined to achieve my goals, no matter what or how difficult they may seem
And it’s going like la la la la la
My internal motivational song continues to drive and inspire me
If you’re like me
If you are similar to me in any way
Some days it’s like you’re facing
Some days it feels like you are battling
Troubles every way yeah
Difficulties and challenges are coming from every direction
They can wait their turn, wait their turn
These troubles can be put on hold for a moment, while I focus on myself and what I need
If you don’t try
If you do not make an effort
Then you’re never gonna know
You will never discover or understand
Yeah you’re never gonna know better
You will never learn from experience or overcome your fears and self-doubt
Cause you won’t shine
You will not have the opportunity to stand out or be recognized for your unique abilities and qualities
If you’re never gonna glow
If you never take the first steps to shine and let your light shine for everyone to see
If you’re never gonna glow ever
If that moment never comes for you
No no no
It will not happen, and that is final
Lyrics © BIGGER JAWS MUSIC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: GRIFFITH A FRANK, HEATHER MILEY, JORDAN RICHMAN HIGGINS, ROSIE MCCLELLAND
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