Now or Never
St. Christopher's Gregorian Choir Lyrics


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It's not like you knew me
I live in the world in a screen
Got too good at painting the dream
But if you really knew me
The spark faded out in a flash
I'm here 'cause I'm getting it back

I'm gonna turn the tide
I'm gonna live my life
The way I want, the way I want to
No matter what they say
I'll do it all my way
The way I want, the way I want to

I've come undone but now
I've pulled myself together
And I'm breaking free to fly
Because it's now or never
And I've come undone but now
I've pulled myself together
And I'm breaking free to fly
Because it's now or never

I thought that I knew me
But now I can see it so clear
I'm stronger than all the fear
The sun shining on me
It feels like I'm walking on air
Finally I do declare

I'm gonna turn the tide
I'm gonna live my life
The way I want, the way I want to
No matter what they say
I'll do it all my way
The way I want, the way I want to

I've come undone but now
I've pulled myself together
And I'm breaking free to fly
Because it's now or never
And I've come undone but now
I've pulled myself together
And I'm breaking free to fly
Because it's now or never

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh

Sometimes you gotta let it fall down
To build it back up again
Sometimes you gotta go a little crazy
To find your way back home

And I've come undone but now
I've pulled myself together
And I'm breaking free to fly
Because it's now or never

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh

Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh




Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Now or Never" by St. Christopher's Gregorian Choir are about embracing change, taking control of one's life and making the most of it. The first stanza underscores a sense of disconnect between the persona and the online persona created for others to view on social media. This persona is one filled with a lot of hype and grandeur, and in most cases, it is nothing more than empty bragging. However, the person behind the screen is a human being with their own fears, doubts, triumphs, and tribulations. The persona wants to break free and embrace their true self that lies beyond the screen. The chorus reiterates this desire to live life on one's terms and not giving in to societal expectations. The persona will take bold steps to achieve this, but the journey ahead is filled with the promise of self-discovery and purposeful living.


The second stanza speaks to the discovery of inner strength, clarity, and purpose. The persona's awareness of self has deepened, and they feel more at peace and in sync with the world around them. This newfound awareness of self has instilled a sense of purpose and an air of invincibility in the persona. The chorus repeats this newfound lease on life, one free of the constraints of conformity, pushing through, and embracing change in the face of adversity.


The bridge of the song speaks to the occasional chaos and disarray that comes with self-discovery but emphasizes the need to embrace the journey in all its forms. The persona acknowledges that there are times when things may seem out of control, but it's all part of the journey.


Overall, "Now or Never" by St. Christopher's Gregorian Choir is a song about embracing change to live a more fulfilling life. It speaks to the need to embrace one’s true self, leave behind societal expectations and embrace a more authentic way of living, even when the journey seems daunting.


Line by Line Meaning

It's not like you knew me
My true self is not visible on the surface


I live in the world in a screen
I am living my life virtually


Got too good at painting the dream
I am an expert at pretending to be someone else


But if you really knew me
Only a few know my true inner self


The spark faded out in a flash
I lost my motivation quickly


I'm here 'cause I'm getting it back
I am trying to regain my lost motivation


I'm gonna turn the tide
I am determined to reverse my luck


I'm gonna live my life
I will take charge of my own life


No matter what they say
I will not be influenced by others


I'll do it all my way
I will make my own decisions


I've come undone but now
I have fallen apart but now I am on the mend


I've pulled myself together
I am picking myself up and moving forward


And I'm breaking free to fly
I am finally leaving my past behind


Because it's now or never
It's the right time to make a change


I thought that I knew me
I was not self-aware in the past


But now I can see it so clear
I have gained clarity about my identity


I'm stronger than all the fear
I have the strength to overcome my fears


The sun shining on me
I am filled with positivity and optimism


It feels like I'm walking on air
I feel light and carefree


Finally I do declare
I have reached a turning point


Sometimes you gotta let it fall down
I have to let things fall apart to rebuild them


To build it back up again
I am rebuilding things in a better way


Sometimes you gotta go a little crazy
Being a little crazy helps me find my path


To find your way back home
I am rediscovering my true self




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Andrew Bryson

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