I'm worth it
Sinéad Quinn Lyrics


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I know I may seem fierce
Maybe I'm scared of what I'd say
I'm trying to be sincere
But I keep burning up in flames
And though I may seem cool
Inside I'm pounding and it's mad
To think I'd fall for you
When you were never in my plans

Don't tell me you don't want it
Don't tell me no, it's a waste of time
Don't tell me you don't want this
Don't tell me now you can't be mine

I'm so used to pretending
That I forgot who I should be
So scared to take a chance
'Cos I'd feel stripped and you would see
You'd see that I'm defenceless
And I freak out 'cos I know I'm keen
You jump in unaware
And I rip your guts apart at the seams

Don't tell me you don't want it
Don't tell me no, it's a waste of time
Don't tell me you don't want this
Don't tell me now you can't be mine
And don't tell me
Please don't tell me

Are you still there for me?
I've opened up, now I can breathe
Can we go back to how we were?
I promise you, I won't leave you hurt
Are you still there for me?
I've opened up, now I can breathe
Can we go back to how we were?
And I'll show you that I'm worth it...
I'm worth it, I'm worth it

Don't tell me you don't want it
Don't tell me no, it's a waste of time
Don't tell me you don't want it
Don't tell me now you changed your mind
Don't tell me you don't want it
Don't tell me no, it's a waste of time
Don't tell me you don't want it
Don't tell me now you changed your mind
And you can't be mine




Don't you know that I'm worth it, yeah
I'm worth it, yeah, worth it

Overall Meaning

In "I'm Worth It," Sinéad Quinn talks about her struggle to come to terms with her feelings for someone she is interested in. She starts by admitting that she might come across as fearless and self-assured, but in reality, she feels vulnerable and unsure of herself. Despite this internal struggle, she wants this person to acknowledge that there is a mutual attraction because she doesn't want to waste her time. She is tired of pretending to be someone she isn't, but also scared to take a risk and show her true self. Even though she has opened up to this person, she is still afraid that they will reject her. Ultimately, she pleads with the person not to tell her that they don't want her because she believes that she is worth the effort.


The song conveys a relatable message about the fear of rejection and the importance of being true to oneself while also acknowledging the risks involved. Sinéad's delivery is emotional, particularly when she sings about her fear of being defenseless and the possibility of being hurt by this person. The chorus plays upon the central theme of the song, emphasizing her belief in her self-worth and the need for the other person to recognize that worth.


Line by Line Meaning

I know I may seem fierce
I might appear intimidating


Maybe I'm scared of what I'd say
Perhaps I'm afraid of expressing my true feelings


I'm trying to be sincere
I'm attempting to be genuine


But I keep burning up in flames
But my emotions keep overwhelming me


And though I may seem cool
And even though I may appear calm


Inside I'm pounding and it's mad
I'm really anxious and nervous inside


To think I'd fall for you
To imagine I'd develop feelings for you


When you were never in my plans
When I never intended to be involved with you


Don't tell me you don't want it
Don't say you're not interested


Don't tell me no, it's a waste of time
Don't reject me, it's pointless


I'm so used to pretending
I'm accustomed to pretending and hiding my true self


That I forgot who I should be
To the point where I don't even know who the real me is


So scared to take a chance
I'm terrified of taking a risk


'Cos I'd feel stripped and you would see
Because I'd feel exposed and vulnerable then you'd see the real me


You'd see that I'm defenceless
You'd realize that I'm helpless


And I freak out 'cos I know I'm keen
And I panic because I know I like you a lot


You jump in unaware
You become involved without realizing how it affects me


And I rip your guts apart at the seams
And I end up hurting you deeply


Are you still there for me?
Are you still supporting me?


I've opened up, now I can breathe
I've become vulnerable and it's a relief


Can we go back to how we were?
Can we return to our previous relationship?


I promise you, I won't leave you hurt
I guarantee I won't hurt you


And don't tell me
And please don't say


And you can't be mine
And you're not available


Don't you know that I'm worth it, yeah
Don't you understand that I deserve it?


I'm worth it, yeah, worth it
I'm valuable and deserving




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