Don't Let It Get To You
Rostam Lyrics


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Please, don't let it get to you
Even if you don't realize it
It's still all up to you
Even if you don't, even if you don't realize it
It's still all up to you

I want to, even when it don't make sense, even when it don't make sense
Actually I want to more when you don't make sense
So please, don't let it get to you
I know that you won't realize it, but it's still all up to you
I know that you won't, I know that you won't realize it
But it's still all up to you

You're not gonna get it exactly how you want it
But that doesn't mean that you shouldn't try, no
And it's not gonna feel the way that you expected
And it's going to hurt to figure it out, yeah
But if you're patient
And you're kind
I don't know why
It's no fun
And how come
I still think of you now

Please, don't let it get to you
Even if you don't realize it
It's still all up to you




Even if you don't, even if you don't realize it
It's still all up to you

Overall Meaning

In Rostam's song Don't Let It Get To You, the singer encourages someone to not let things get to them. He acknowledges that they may not realize it, but regardless, it's all up to them to control their emotions and reactions. The singer goes on to express his desire to be there for this person even when they don't make sense. He wants to support them through their struggles, whatever those may be.


The chorus repeats the message of the song, reminding the listener that they are in control and should not let things get to them. The bridge acknowledges that things may not go as planned and may even hurt, but if the person is patient and kind, they can still come out on top. The closing verse reiterates the chorus, emphasizing that the power to control their emotions and reactions rests with the listener themselves.


Overall, the song is a message of empowerment and encouragement for someone who may be struggling with their emotions or a difficult situation. The singer acknowledges that things may be tough, but reminds the listener that they have the power to overcome and control their outcomes.


Line by Line Meaning

Please, don't let it get to you
Encouraging the listener to not let their struggles overwhelm them


Even if you don't realize it
Acknowledge that sometimes people don't realize their own strength


It's still all up to you
Reminding the listener that they have control over their own life


I want to, even when it don't make sense, even when it don't make sense
The singer desires to push through struggles even when it seems illogical


Actually I want to more when you don't make sense
The more difficult the situation, the more the singer wants to persevere


So please, don't let it get to you
Reiterating the initial plea to not give up


I know that you won't realize it, but it's still all up to you
Acknowledging that sometimes people don't see their own strength, but it's still within their control


You're not gonna get it exactly how you want it
Recognizing that things don't always go perfectly as planned


But that doesn't mean that you shouldn't try, no
Encouraging the listener to keep striving despite setbacks


And it's not gonna feel the way that you expected
Acknowledging that struggles can be painful and surprising


And it's going to hurt to figure it out, yeah
Admitting that overcoming obstacles can be a difficult and painful process


But if you're patient
Suggesting that patience is important during difficult times


And you're kind
Suggesting that being kind to oneself and others is also important during difficult times


I don't know why
The singer is unsure why they still think of the listener in their struggles


It's no fun
Acknowledging that overcoming struggles is not enjoyable


And how come
The singer is questioning how they still care about the listener despite the challenges they face


I still think of you now
Despite everything, the singer still cares about the listener's well-being




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Rostam Batmanglij, Paul Simon

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@trevolution69now

you know we want to hear more music from you, Rostam. but take your time, young lion, its all up to you.

@Samedipre

This song has helped me thru so many tough things in my life. Refocusing on the grief I've needed to work thru and the many opportunities ahead once I'm thru those hard times. Thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š ๐Ÿ’“

@supriseimblack

Even when you don't believe in yourself and virtually POSITIVE your screwed and HELPLESS.

Rostam says I don't care! I believe in you! This too will pass! Even if you can't change the objective situation: Rostam says Good wins in the end! And wallowing as a agent-less victim won't do you any good. Realize you still get to decide how you react when life throws. You CURVE balls... ๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒ„๐ŸŒ„

@roadpancake

It's like Summer and Winter and pain and beauty all in one blustery, cosy song. It's beautiful.

@ashleyperks4146

there is nothing anyone can say to excuse the fact that this is great music

@92balthazar

I adore this song. I can't stop listening. Please release a solo album. x

@GirlCalledLatte

pure perfection. honey to my ears. i love your music, Rostam. thank you!

@Ana-pc9dh

magnificent song, so powerfull, this song inspired me to do so many good things. "Actually I want to more when it don't make sense"

@supriseimblack

Even when you don't believe in yourself and virtually POSITIVE your screwed and HELPLESS.

Rostam says I don't care! I believe in you! This too will pass! Even if you can't change the objective situation: Rostam says Good wins in the end! And wallowing as a agent-less victim won't do you any good. Realize you still get to decide how you react when life throws. You CURVE balls... ๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒป๐ŸŒ„๐ŸŒ„

@zahra12345678910

whenever I'm down I listen to this song

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