Last One Standing
Simple Plan Lyrics


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How many times are you gonna try to shut me out?
I told you once, told you twice, I ain't gonna turn back around
You can say whatever, try to mess with me
I don't care, I'm not scared
You don't have to say your sorry, save your sympathy
With a friend like you, I don't need an enemy
I would give you time if you were worth it
But guess what, you're not worth it

Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, I'm always gonna be the last one standing
Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, 'cause I'm never gonna give up trying
And now I'm ready to go, I'm here, I'm waiting for you
And I'm gonna be the last one standing
The last one standing

Did you think that I would surrender easily?
Just like that, you were getting rid of me
Is that the way you saw it all go down?
I don't think, I don't think so
There's not a word you can say I haven't heard before
So give it up, give it up unless you want a little more
You think you're pretty tough, so let's throw down
It's alright, I'm alright

Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, I'm always gonna be the last one standing
Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, 'cause I'm never gonna give up trying
And now I'm ready to go, I'm here, I'm waiting for you
And I'm gonna be the last one standing

I won't give up, I keep trying
(I'm always gonna be the last one standing)
It's not over, I keep fighting
(I'm always gonna be the last one standing)
I won't give up, I keep trying
(I'm always gonna be the last one standing)
It's not over, I keep fighting
I keep fighting!

Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, I'm always gonna be the last one standing
Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, 'cause I'm never gonna give up trying
And now I'm ready to go, I'm here, I'm waiting for you
And I'm gonna be the last one standing
And I'm gonna be the last one standing





Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, the last one standing
Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, the last one standing

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Simple Plan's "Last One Standing" can be interpreted as being about standing up for oneself and not giving up despite others' attempts to shut them down or push them away. The singer is addressing someone who has hurt them before and is seemingly trying to do so again. The singer is resolute in their determination to not let this person's negativity affect them and to come out on top in the end. They are not afraid of what the other person may say or do and are prepared to face them head-on.


The chorus, "I'm always gonna be the last one standing, 'cause I'm never gonna give up trying," is particularly empowering and shows the singer's unwavering strength and resilience. They refuse to be defeated, even when facing adversity. The line, "Did you think that I would surrender easily? Just like that, you were getting rid of me," speaks to the idea that the other person may have underestimated the singer's determination and ability to persevere. The singer is not going to let this person or anyone else bring them down.


Overall, "Last One Standing" is a song about standing up for oneself and being strong in the face of challenges. It encourages listeners to persevere and not give up in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

How many times are you gonna try to shut me out?
You've been trying to push me away repeatedly - when will you stop?


I told you once, told you twice, I ain't gonna turn back around
I've already made it clear to you that I won't be backing down, no matter how many times you try to get rid of me


You can say whatever, try to mess with me
You can try to provoke me with words or actions


I don't care, I'm not scared
Your attempts don't intimidate me


You don't have to say your sorry, save your sympathy
Don't bother apologizing, I don't need your pity


With a friend like you, I don't need an enemy
Your treatment has been so negative that I'd rather not have your help or support at all


I would give you time if you were worth it
If you had value to me, I'd extend my patience to you


But guess what, you're not worth it
But unfortunately, you don't have any meaning or significance to me at all


Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, I'm always gonna be the last one standing
No matter what happens, I will persist Until the very end


Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, 'cause I'm never gonna give up trying
Because I have an unrelenting spirit and I will never give up


And now I'm ready to go, I'm here, I'm waiting for you
I'm prepared for any situation, I'm present and waiting for whatever comes my way


Did you think that I would surrender easily?
Did you think that you could get rid of me without a fight?


Just like that, you were getting rid of me
As if it were that simple, you thought you could push me away


Is that the way you saw it all go down?
Is that really how you thought this would end?


There's not a word you can say I haven't heard before
I've been through too much to be affected by your words anymore


So give it up, give it up unless you want a little more
Unless you want to face more resistance, stop trying to mess with me


You think you're pretty tough, so let's throw down
You believe you're strong, so let's fight it out


It's alright, I'm alright
It doesn't matter, I can handle it


I won't give up, I keep trying
I won't stop until I succeed


(I'm always gonna be the last one standing)
I will persist until I am the winner


It's not over, I keep fighting
The battle isn't over yet, but I won't give up


I keep fighting!
I will continue to persist and persevere no matter what


Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, the last one standing
I will come out on top, I will be the survivor


Whoa-oh, whoa-oh, the last one standing
No matter what adversity I face, I will never be defeated




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARLES-ANDRE COMEAU, PIERRE BOUVIER

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@charla_maine

"With a friend like you I don't need an enemy" - this hit me so hard

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same here

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here to.

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Andie yea, not me, but it's true for me

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