All I Want
Scandal & Patty Smyth Lyrics
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Just an alley creeper, light on his feet
A young fighter screaming, with no time for doubt
With the pain and anger can't see a way out
It ain't much I'm asking, I heard him say
Gotta find me a future move out of my way
I want it all, I want it all, I want it all, and I want it now
Listen all you people, come gather round
I gotta get me a game plan, gotta shake you to the ground
But just give me, huh, what I know is mine
People do you hear me, just gimme the sign
It ain't much I'm asking, if you want the truth
Here's to the future for the dreams of youth
I want it all (give it all - I want it all)
I want it all (yeah)
I want it all and I want it now
I want it all (yes I want it all)
I want it all hey
I want it all and I want it now
I'm a man with a one track mind
So much to do in one lifetime (people do you hear me)
Not a man for compromise and where's and why's and living lies
So I'm living it all, yes I'm living it all
And I'm giving it all, and I'm giving it all
Oh oh yeah yeah ha ha ha ha ha
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
I want it all
It ain't much I'm asking, if you want the truth
Here's to the future
Hear the cry of youth (hear the cry of youth) (hear the cry of youth)
I want it all, I want it all, I want it all and I want it now
I want it all yeah yeah yeah
I want it all, I want it all and I want it now
Oh oh oh oh oh
And I want it - now
I want it, I want it
Oh ha
The song "All I Want" by Scandal featuring Patty Smyth is an upbeat and energetic song about the desire for success, adventure, and fulfillment. The first verse describes a young fighter who is determined to succeed in life, no matter what obstacles he encounters. He is focused on his future and is willing to fight for it, even if it means leaving the comfort of the familiar.
The second verse appeals to the listener, expressing the desire for support, guidance, and encouragement from others. The chorus reinforces the sentiment of being focused and driven towards a bright future, using the repetition of "I want it all" to symbolize the desire to achieve everything life has to offer. The song ends with a call to action, urging young people to pursue their dreams and aspirations.
Overall, "All I Want" is a motivational anthem that encourages listeners to be ambitious, chase their dreams, and live their lives to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Adventure seeker on an empty street
A person looking for excitement in life in a seemingly dull and uneventful place
Just an alley creeper, light on his feet
A person who moves stealthily and gracefully in a dark alley
A young fighter screaming, with no time for doubt
A young person who is passionate and determined, without any hesitation
With the pain and anger can't see a way out
Feeling trapped and unable to see a solution due to the emotions of pain and anger
It ain't much I'm asking, I heard him say
Expressing an unassuming desire or request
Gotta find me a future move out of my way
Trying to find a better life and pushing aside anything that is in the way
I want it all, I want it all, I want it all, and I want it now
Desiring everything that life has to offer immediately
Listen all you people, come gather round
Addressing a group of people and getting their attention
I gotta get me a game plan, gotta shake you to the ground
Creating a strategy and making people pay attention with force
But just give me, huh, what I know is mine
Asking for what is rightfully theirs
People do you hear me, just gimme the sign
Asking for a clear signal or indication that they will help
It ain't much I'm asking, if you want the truth
Stating that their request is not unreasonable
Here's to the future for the dreams of youth
Looking to the future and the aspirations of the younger generation
I'm a man with a one track mind
Focused on one goal and determined to achieve it
So much to do in one lifetime (people do you hear me)
Feeling like there is so much to accomplish, and asking for support
Not a man for compromise and where's and why's and living lies
Not willing to settle or accept excuses and falsehoods
So I'm living it all, yes I'm living it all
Fully experiencing everything that life has to offer
And I'm giving it all, and I'm giving it all
Putting everything into achieving their goals
Oh oh yeah yeah ha ha ha ha ha
Expressing joy and excitement
Hear the cry of youth (hear the cry of youth) (hear the cry of youth)
Noticing the aspirations and desires of the younger generation
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