Take A Look At Us Now
Shawn Mendes Lyrics

You can pack your bags and start skipping town
You have the freedom to leave your current situation and start fresh somewhere else.

Hang up that hat when the show shuts down
When things come to an end, it's time to move on and leave behind what is no longer serving you.

But when the world says you ain't quite world-renowned
Even if the world doesn't recognize your full potential or talents yet, don't lose hope.

Don't count yourself out yet
Don't underestimate yourself or give up on your dreams.

When you hit that lonely and lowest low
During times of deep sadness and despair, there's only one direction to go - up.

Well, up's the only way left to go
Continuing to strive and improve is the only option when you're at your lowest point.

You're meant to reinvent the show
Life presents you with opportunities to recreate and transform your own story.

So ain't you glad we met?
A rhetorical question expressing gratitude for the person who has been a catalyst for positive change.

Turn that dull and dusty solo
Transforming a mundane and uninspiring individual journey.

To a dazzling duet
Creating something extraordinary and magical through collaboration and partnership.

Maybe started pretty small
May have begun with modest beginnings or limited potential.

But take a look at us now
Look at our current situation and see how far we've come and how much we've grown.

Suddenly standing ten feet tall
Feeling a sense of empowerment and confidence, as if we've grown taller metaphorically.

Though we have no way to stay afloat
Despite facing challenges and uncertainties that could potentially bring us down.

We were scared and saying 'That's all she wrote'
When we were fearful and believed that it was the end of our story.

We're ending on a sky-high note
Concluding our journey on a positive and triumphant note.

Somehow
In some unexpected way or against the odds.

Buddy, you were all it took
The person being addressed played a crucial role in our success or transformation.

So take a look at us now
Witness and acknowledge the remarkable progress and achievement we've made.

When that perfect plan's going off the rails
When our carefully thought-out plan starts to go wrong or deviate from our expectations.

A heap of trouble is on our tails
We are faced with a series of challenges and obstacles that seem to be following closely behind us.

It's time to polish up those scales
It's time to refine and improve our skills and abilities.

And give it all you've got
Put forth your maximum effort and dedication to overcome the difficulties.

If you're out of step
If you feel out of sync or disconnected from the rhythm of life.

If you're out of sync
If your actions or intentions are not aligning with the world around you.

If you care too much what those critics think
If you give too much importance and value to the opinions of others, especially the critics.

Well, when you find your missing link
When you discover the crucial element or connection that was absent before.

Don't give it a second thought
Don't hesitate or doubt its significance.

'Cause in the center of the spotlight
In the most prominent and influential position.

We just might have found our spot
We may have discovered our rightful place or purpose.

Finding our luck with every leap
Discovering good fortune and favorable circumstances by taking risks and embracing change.

The road could be steady, it could be steep
The path ahead may be either stable and predictable or challenging and difficult.

Thought we might be sunk upon first glance
Initially, we believed that we were destined to fail or be overwhelmed by our circumstances.

Well, who'da thunk that we had a chance?
Expressing surprise at the unexpected opportunity and possibility for success.

A life could be a song and dance
Life itself can be filled with joy, creativity, and the ability to express oneself.

Somehow
In some inexplicable way or against all odds.

Buddy, you were all it took
You, my friend, were the key ingredient or influence that made all the difference.

So take a look at us now
Observe and appreciate how far we've come and what we've accomplished together.

So even when you're terrified
Even in moments of intense fear and uncertainty.

Just find a smile a mile wide
Seek out a genuinely joyful and confident expression, regardless of the challenges.

'Cause bud, when you and I collide
Because, my friend, when our paths intersect and we come together.

Standing side by side
Being united and supportive, facing any obstacles together.

We're gonna take a great big bow
We will celebrate our achievements and take pride in our journey.

Would you take a look at us now?
Will you please observe and acknowledge our current state of success and fulfillment?

Give us a spotlight and a crowd
Present us with an opportunity to shine and share our talents in front of an audience.

Take a look at us now
Witness and appreciate our current state of growth and accomplishment.

Ready to sing our song out loud
Prepared to express ourselves confidently and boldly through our art and voice.

Take a look at us now
Observe and acknowledge the journey we've been on and the transformation we've undergone.

Won't you take a look at us
A request for others to witness and recognize our progress and achievements.

Take a look at us
Directing attention towards our current state of success and fulfillment.

Take a look at us now
Reflect on how far we've come and the positive changes we've experienced.