Roar
Russkaja Lyrics


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I used to bite my tongue and hold my breath
Scared to rock the boat and make a mess
So I sat quietly, agreed politely
I guess that I forgot I had a choice
I let you push me past the breaking point
I stood for nothing, so I fell for everything

You held me down, but I got up
Already brushing off the dust
You hear my voice, your hear that sound
Like thunder, gonna shake your ground
You held me down, but I got up
Get ready cause I've had enough
I see it all, I see it now

I got the eye of the tiger, the fire, dancing through the fire
Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Louder, louder than a lion
Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar

Now I'm floating like a butterfly
Stinging like a bee I earned my stripes
I went from zero, to my own hero

You held me down, but I got up
Already brushing off the dust
You hear my voice, your hear that sound
Like thunder, gonna shake your ground
You held me down, but I got up
Get ready 'cause I've had enough
I see it all, I see it now

I got the eye of the tiger, the fire, dancing through the fire
‘Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Louder, louder than a lion
‘Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar

Roar-or, roar-or, roar-or

I got the eye of the tiger, the fire, dancing through the fire
‘Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Louder, louder than a lion
‘Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
You're gonna hear me roar





By: Zignusis Kuroshi

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Russkaja's song "Roar" convey a message of empowerment and self-realization. The singer speaks of a time when she used to hold back her opinions and thoughts, afraid to create conflict, but she comes to the realization that she has a choice and stands up against those who try to oppress her. The chorus describes her newfound confidence and strength as she declares herself a champion and asserts her voice will be heard.


The verses provide a glimpse into the singer's former self, someone who let herself be pushed around and controlled. But through the course of the song, she transforms into a fighter, ready to take on any challenge with her tiger-like determination. The lyrics are meant to inspire and encourage others to stand up for themselves and fight against injustice.


Overall, "Roar" is a powerful anthem that encourages self-confidence and self-realization. It is a reminder that we all have a choice and the power to change our own destinies.


Line by Line Meaning

I used to bite my tongue and hold my breath
I used to keep quiet and not speak up


Scared to rock the boat and make a mess
I was afraid to cause trouble or make things worse


So I sat quietly, agreed politely
I would nod my head in agreement to avoid conflict


I guess that I forgot I had a choice
I didn't realize that I had the power to make decisions for myself


I let you push me past the breaking point
I allowed someone else to take advantage of me and my limits


I stood for nothing, so I fell for everything
I didn't have my own beliefs or values, so I was easily influenced and manipulated


You held me down, but I got up
You may have tried to control or oppress me, but I refused to stay down


Already brushing off the dust
I'm not dwelling on the past or letting it hold me back


You hear my voice, your hear that sound
You can hear the strength and determination in my voice


Like thunder, gonna shake your ground
I'm going to make an impact and leave a mark on you and your actions


Get ready cause I've had enough
I won't tolerate any more mistreatment or abuse


I got the eye of the tiger, the fire, dancing through the fire
I am passionate and fierce, willing to take risks and face challenges head-on


'Cause I am a champion and you're gonna hear me roar
I am strong and confident, and I am going to make sure you know it


Louder, louder than a lion
My voice and my impact are even greater than what you may have expected


Now I'm floating like a butterfly
I am confident and light on my feet, not weighed down by fear or doubt


Stinging like a bee I earned my stripes
I have fought hard and proven myself against any obstacles or challenges


I went from zero, to my own hero
I have overcome hardships and adversity, and have become my own source of strength and inspiration


Roar-or, roar-or, roar-or
I am asserting my power and making my presence known




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Official Lyrics (Put it in Google translate, select Russian and press Hear button):
Раз, два, три, четыре
Verse1:
Ай юзд ту байт май тонг энд холд май брэс
Скерд ту рок зэ боут энд мэйк э мэс
Соу ай сэт кваетли, агрид полаэтли
Ай гес зэт ай форгот ай хэд э чойс
Ай лет ю пуш ми паст зэ брекинг поинт
Ай студ фор на-а-синг, соу ай фэл фор эвресинг

Pre-Chorus:
Ю хелд ми даун, бат ай гот ап,
Олреди брашинг оф зэ даст
Ю хир май войс, ю хир зэт саунд,
Лайк сандр гона шэйк зэ граунд
Ю хелд ми даун, бат ай гот ап,
Гет рэди коз ай хэд инаф
Ай си ит ол, Ай си ит нау

Chorus:
Айв гад зэ ай ов зэ тайгыр, а файтр,
Дэнсинг сру дэ фая
Коз ай эм э чемпьён, энд ю гона хир ми РОООООР
Лауда, лауда зен э лаен
Коз ай эм э чемпьён, энд ю гона хир ми РОООООР

Post-Chorus:
Рам там там там там тара-дам
Тара рам там там там тарарам
Тара рам пам пам пам
Энд ю гона хир ми РОООООР

Три, Четыре

Verse2:
Нау айм флоутинг лайк э батерфляй
Стингин лайк э би, Ай ёрнд май страйпс,
Ай вэнт фром зи-и-ро, ту май оун хи-и-ро

Pre-Chorus:
Ю хелд ми даун, бат ай гот ап,
Олреди брашинг оф зэ даст
Ю хир май войс, ю хир зэт саунд,
Лайк сандр гона шэйк зэ граунд
Ю хелд ми даун, бат ай гот ап,
Гет рэди коз ай хэд инаф
Ай си ит ол, Ай си ит нау

Chorus:
Айв гад зэ ай ов зэ тайгыр, а файтр,
Дэнсинг сру дэ фая
Коз ай эм э чемпьён, энд ю гона хир ми РОООООР
Лауда, лауда зен э лаен
Коз ай эм э чемпьён, энд ю гона хир ми РОООООР



All comments from YouTube:

greekfreak1980

You guys put a big smile on my face, with this video/song after a pretty shitty day,спасибо!

tulbanhawk

Love the sound of his voice, especially when he roars literally :)

Kolden Krueger

I can't like, fathom why someone would consciously dislike this, like, it's so wholesome and Innocent.

Francesco Nadali

fantastic ! i think every song you cover sounds better than the original, support from italy ! 

midnyte fires

You guys put a huge smile on my sons face thank you....

Dylan Isley

for anyone wondering, the 8 Stringed instrument is a bouzouki. it is a Greek instrument that is similar to the mandolin except a longer scale length.

PrettyRubbish

Dude it would be awesome if you guys continued this trend by covering Bulletproof by LaRoux or Call Me Maybe. You could slay either of those songs xD

alherrant

i'm russian and thank you everyone for your comments!
btw i love the cover too !!

Jaysun Puke (ZombiToolShed)

Freakin' hilarious, love these people. You know their shows gotta be a blast

Braille Bennett

This cover doesn't fail to make me smile. It's real singing but still very entertaining to listen to. Keep doing what you're doing :).

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