Gotta Move Along
S.S.T. Band Lyrics


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Tell me what am I supposed to do?
I'm only 23
Should I spend my time on the internet
Watching faces on a screen

Should I head down to New York City
Try not to sin
Should I stay right here in the dirty Jerz'
Call it quits and pack it in

I gotta' move
Don't know what to do
Got so much to prove
Don't know what to do

Tell me how am I supposed to think?
I'm only 24
And it makes me sick that any one of us
Can get shipped on out to war

When still we don't know
Who we are, or where to go
But at least I know it won't mean a thing
If I do it on my own

I gotta' move
Don't know what to do
I've got so much to prove
Don't know what to do

Yeah I gotta' move
Don't know what to do




I've got so much to prove
Don't know what to do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Gotta Move Along" by S.S.T. Band explore the uncertainties and dilemmas of a young person in their early twenties. The singer is grappling with questions about their purpose and direction in life.


In the first verse, the singer questions what they are supposed to do at the age of 23. They consider the option of spending their time on the internet, perhaps feeling disconnected from the real world while merely observing the lives of others through a screen. The mention of faces on a screen could symbolize the superficiality and shallowness of virtual connections.


The singer then contemplates the idea of heading to New York City, a place often associated with opportunities and excitement. They ponder whether they should try to avoid sin in this vibrant and busy city or remain in their current location, referred to as "dirty Jerz'" (a slang term for New Jersey), and give up on their aspirations.


Moving onto the next verse, the singer expresses frustration about their youth and lack of life experience at 24. They highlight the injustice of young people being sent off to war without fully understanding themselves or having a clear sense of direction in life. There is a sense of unease and disgust at the reality of this situation.


The singer acknowledges that they may not have all the answers, but one thing is certain: doing things alone or independently will not bring them fulfillment or meaning. They recognize that finding a sense of purpose and direction is crucial, but they are uncertain how to achieve it.


Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of restlessness and searching. The singer is caught between different possibilities, unsure of which path to take. They are yearning for something more and have a strong desire to move forward and prove themselves, but are grappling with the uncertainties and challenges that come with finding their place in the world.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell me what am I supposed to do?
I'm feeling lost and uncertain, unsure of what actions to take or decisions to make.


I'm only 23
I'm young and still figuring out my place in the world.


Should I spend my time on the internet
Is it productive or worthwhile to constantly be consuming digital content?


Watching faces on a screen
Observing the lives and experiences of others through online platforms.


Should I head down to New York City
Is it beneficial for me to go to a bustling and opportunity-filled city like New York?


Try not to sin
Striving to make morally right choices and avoid wrongdoing.


Should I stay right here in the dirty Jerz'
Is it better for me to remain in my current location, despite its flaws?


Call it quits and pack it in
Considering giving up and abandoning current pursuits or goals.


I gotta' move
I feel a sense of urgency and need to take action.


Don't know what to do
Lack of clarity and direction in making choices or decisions.


Got so much to prove
Feeling the pressure to demonstrate my worth or abilities.


Tell me how am I supposed to think?
I'm feeling confused and unsure about how to process or approach the situation.


I'm only 24
Still young and inexperienced, trying to navigate life's challenges.


And it makes me sick that any one of us
I feel deeply disturbed and upset that any individual can be sent off to war.


Can get shipped on out to war
Sent away to participate in armed conflict, risking their lives.


When still we don't know
Despite not having a clear understanding or awareness.


Who we are, or where to go
Uncertainty about our identity and future direction in life.


But at least I know it won't mean a thing
I understand that accomplishing things solely by myself will not have significant impact or meaning.


If I do it on my own
Achieving goals or finding purpose requires collaboration, support, and connection with others.


Yeah I gotta' move
There is a strong sense of urgency and need to take action.


Don't know what to do
Feeling unsure and lacking clear direction or guidance.


I've got so much to prove
There is a weight of expectations and a desire to demonstrate worth or capabilities.


Don't know what to do
Uncertainty and confusion regarding decision-making or next steps.




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Written by: Danny Barker

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