It's Not Over
Starship (Featuring Mickey Thomas) Lyrics
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We don't call the shots here
We don't make the rules
We take what we get, get what we can
And it's learning the hard way
Here on the streets
You can't build a dream, without a plan
(Play for keeps) They play to win, we play for keeps
[Chorus]
It's not over 'til it's over
It's not over 'til we get it right
The odds are against us
They say we don't stand a chance
But there's no giving up, no giving in
When push comes to shove
You got to fight for what you love
You do what you must, do what you can
(Passion speaks) Let them hear you speak
(Play for keeps) They play to win, we play for keeps
It's not over 'til it's over (It's not over)
It's not over 'til we get it right
It's not over 'til it's over (Don't go giving in)
It's not over 'til we get it right
The odds are against us
But you know we still stand a chance
But there's no giving up, no giving in
It's not over
It's not over 'til it's over
It's not over 'til we, 'til we, 'til we get it right
It's not over 'til it's over
It's not over 'til we, 'til we, 'til we get it right
It's not over 'til it's over
Don't go giving in now
The song "It's Not Over" by Starship featuring Mickey Thomas is about perseverance and not giving up in the face of adversity. The lyrics speak to the struggles of everyday life and how difficult it can be to achieve success without a plan. The lines "We don't make the rules, we take what we get, get what we can" suggest that life can be unfair and success is not always guaranteed, but one must keep fighting and pushing forward to make it happen.
The chorus emphasizes the message of the song: that it's not over until one gets it right. The odds may be against them, and there may be many obstacles in the way, but they must keep going and not give up. The lines "When push comes to shove, you got to fight for what you love" suggest that the only way to achieve success is through hard work and determination.
The message of the song is inspiring and motivational, reminding listeners that they have the power to overcome adversity and achieve their dreams. It's a message that resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds, which is likely why the song has remained popular long after its initial release.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen
Pay attention
We don't call the shots here
We're not in charge
We don't make the rules
We're subject to other people's rules
We take what we get, get what we can
We accept what comes our way and make the most of it
And it's learning the hard way
We're figuring things out through difficult experiences
Here on the streets
In this tough environment
You can't build a dream, without a plan
Achieving goals requires strategy
(Passion speaks) Let them hear you speak
Express your enthusiasm
(Play for keeps) They play to win, we play for keeps
We're in it for the long haul
It's not over 'til it's over
Don't give up prematurely
It's not over 'til we get it right
We'll keep going until we succeed
The odds are against us
It's not likely we'll win
They say we don't stand a chance
Others doubt our potential
But there's no giving up, no giving in
We won't quit or back down
When push comes to shove
In moments of crisis
You got to fight for what you love
We'll do whatever it takes to preserve what's important to us
You do what you must, do what you can
We'll do what's necessary within our limits
It's not over 'til it's over (It's not over)
We'll persist until the end
Don't go giving in now
Don't surrender at this point
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@gcHK47
The 80s always has the best guitar solos.
@27clubband74
best music era ever
@bigmaxy07
I was an 80's teenager and 1987 was probably the best year of all of them. You had Starship, Toto, Foreigner, Duran Duran, Michael Jackson, Huey Lewis, Cheap Trick all completely killing it and at their peak, to name a few. And then on the metal side it was equally as wild with Bon Jovi , Whitesnake, Priest, Cinderella, Guns n Roses. All this I was 16 and right in the middle of this musical hurricane.
@shippermd
Add Simple Minds to that...🥰
@livehealthyberich3160
Absolutely brother…Billy Idol, VanHalen, Bryan Adams, Tina Turner, Bruce Springsteen, Scorpions, Genesis….and like you say…between so many good bands
@Morganasnotarobot0
And so MANY GREAT Artists! phenomenal!
@Morganasnotarobot0
@@livehealthyberich3160 🥰🎼😭As they say Legends Never❤️Die🎼Rockn! SweetCheers!
@wilhelmklieschnikov7185
I was into Slayer, D.R.I, Misfits, Dead Kennedys, Septic Death, Dr.Know, ill Repute, etc. And also still liked "radio/ Mtv" music. 1987 Freshman year! Miss it.
@michaelnicholson1295
No one can forget Grace Slick. One of the best female rock voices of all time !
@Navops1067
Except that’s Mickey Thomas singing the lead on this song.