I AM
Simmonds & Jones feat. Kate Cameron Lyrics


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I am what I am
I am my own special creation
So come take a look
Give me the hook
Or the ovation

It's my world
And I wanna have a little pride in
My world
And it's not a place I have to hide in
Life's not worth a damn
'Till you can say:
I am what I am

I am what I am
I don't want praise, I don't want pity
I bang my own drum
Some think it's noise, I think it's pretty

And so what if I love each sparkle and each bangle
Why not see things from a different angle
Your life is a shame, 'Till you can shout out loud
I am what I am

I am what I am
And what I am needs no excuses
I deal my own deck
Sometimes the ace, sometimes the deuces

It's one life and there's no return and no deposit
One life so it's time to open up your closet




Life's not worth a damn, 'Till you can say
I am what I am

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Simmonds & Jones feat. Kate Cameron's song I Am are about individuality and self-acceptance. The song celebrates being true to oneself and embracing one's individuality, regardless of how others might perceive it. The first stanza establishes this theme by stating that the singer is his/her own special creation, and that others can either accept or reject him/her for who he/she is. The second stanza reaffirms this theme by stating that the singer's world is not a place where he/she has to hide, and that he/she takes pride in it.


In the third stanza, the singer sings about the importance of self-reliance and self-determination. He/she doesn't want or need anyone's praise or pity, and is happy to march to the beat of his/her own drum, even if it's not to everyone's liking. The singer also reminds us to see things from a different perspective and to appreciate the things that make us unique. The final stanza reinforces these ideas, stating that what the singer is needs no excuses or apologies, and that life's only worth living when we can accept ourselves for who we are and not try to be someone else.


Overall, the song I Am is a powerful anthem about the value of individuality and the importance of self-acceptance. This message is conveyed through its upbeat music and its empowering lyrics, making it an inspiring and uplifting song for anyone who has ever felt different or misunderstood.


Line by Line Meaning

I am what I am
I am unique and unapologetically myself.


I am my own special creation
I am a product of my own experiences, decisions, and personality.


So come take a look
I invite you to observe who I am.


Give me the hook
If you reject me for who I am, that's your loss.


Or the ovation
If you accept me for who I am, that's appreciated but not necessary.


It's my world
I am the master of my own life.


And I wanna have a little pride in
I deserve to feel good about myself and my accomplishments.


My world
The life I lead and the person I am is important to me.


And it's not a place I have to hide in
I don't need to pretend or change who I am to fit in or be accepted.


Life's not worth a damn
Life is not fulfilling or satisfying if I'm not being true to myself.


Till you can say: I am what I am
Only by fully accepting who I am can I truly live my best life.


I don't want praise, I don't want pity
I am not seeking external validation or sympathy from others.


I bang my own drum
I do things in my own way and on my own terms.


Some think it's noise, I think it's pretty
Others may not understand or appreciate my choices, but I feel good about them.


And so what if I love each sparkle and each bangle
I enjoy expressing myself through my appearance, and I don't care if others don't approve.


Why not see things from a different angle
There is value in being open-minded and considering different perspectives.


Your life is a shame
If you're not accepting of yourself and living authentically, you're missing out on a fulfilling life.


Till you can shout out loud
Only by fully accepting who you are can you be truly happy and confident.


And what I am needs no excuses
I am not ashamed of who I am and don't need to justify myself to anyone.


I deal my own deck
I am responsible for my own life and the choices I make.


Sometimes the ace, sometimes the deuces
I experience both success and failure, but both are part of my journey.


It's one life and there's no return and no deposit
Life is short and precious, and I want to make the most of it while I can.


One life so it's time to open up your closet
Don't hide who you are, embrace and celebrate it.




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@user-dg6zx1yb2p

exceptional !

@patricknelson1471

Kate is one of the very few amazing vocalists

@seq2024

Gather around the perfect fireplace, In pitch perfect dark.

This is one of them special tracks that won't happen anymore unless . . .

@stevejones1825

Jeremy Miller thanks man

@seq2024

Likewise , what next ?

@isoaho07

with this song i can close my eyes but love still shines through

@VIKIMM

...Amazing .... luv n light ... ♥

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@peppielepew5913

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C'est ** LUSTRAL** !!!

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