What I Am Made Of
Stefan Kelk Lyrics
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All but a voice from within
Saying I'm helpless, saying I'm weak
I should keep quiet, don't speak shhh
But I am done taking shit
Giving that up now, I quit
Never will anyone
Push me around again, no that's it
I have been broken and scarred
Although this life has been hard
I will fight harder, pick up my armour, I will go further
Nobody knows how far
You want a fight
Then I'll bring a war
Falling apart, but this is the start, head and my heart
Rushing like never before
There's a fire inside me, that's starting to grow
But I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, if I can't let it go
So I'm gonna fight, gonna do what is right, I know
I'm gonna show them what I'm made of
They wouldn't write me off
If they could see what I am made of
This is my trial, my test
Facing too much now, I confess
Purposely pacing, melody racing
Heart is beating out of my chest
The strangers have come
They don't know what we've done
They're going to pay, we'll send them away
We stand as one
There's a fire inside me, that's starting to grow
But I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, if I can't let it go
So I'm gonna fight, gonna do what is right, I know
I'm gonna show them what I'm made of
You wouldn't write me off
If you could see what I am made of
We are strays and runaways
O the strangers come
Outcasts and we're doing it our way
From the darkness call we stand as one
A new life is about to begin
I'm going to show them what I'm made of
O the danger's home, we will not fall, we stand as one
Singing
Singing we are, we are Kin
We are strays and runaways
O the danger's home
Outcasts and we're doing it our way
You wouldn't write me off
A new life is about to begin
We will not fall
We stand as one
Singing we are
I'm going to show them what I'm made of
Noah
Cora
Cora
The lyrics of Stefan Kelk's song "What I Am Made Of" delve deep into themes of empowerment, resilience, and the strength found in unity. The song opens with a sense of inner turmoil as the singer acknowledges feelings of helplessness and weakness, but ultimately rejects these notions and asserts their agency to no longer tolerate mistreatment. This declaration sets the tone for a journey of self-discovery and defiance against those who seek to undermine them.
As the song progresses, the lyrics shift to reflect a newfound resolve to fight back against adversity. The singer acknowledges past struggles that have left them broken and scarred, but instead of succumbing to despair, they vow to fight harder and go further. This defiance is symbolized by picking up their armor and preparing for battle, ready to face any challenges that may come their way.
The chorus serves as a powerful declaration of inner strength and determination. The singer proclaims their readiness to show the world what they are made of, defying any attempts to write them off or underestimate their resilience. The imagery of a growing fire within encapsulates a sense of passion and determination that cannot be extinguished, driving them to fight for what is right and stand firm in the face of adversity.
The closing verses of the song portray a sense of unity and solidarity among outcasts and runaways, who find strength in coming together as a community. Despite facing challenges and threats from outsiders, they stand as one, defiant and unyielding. The repetition of the phrase "We stand as one" reinforces the theme of unity and resilience, emphasizing that together, they are capable of overcoming any obstacles and forging a new beginning. Overall, the song conveys a message of empowerment, defiance, and the unbreakable spirit that emerges when individuals come together in solidarity.
Line by Line Meaning
Suddenly silence, creeps in
An unexpected stillness envelops me, a moment of introspection arises.
All but a voice from within
The only sound that breaks the quiet is my own inner voice speaking to me.
Saying I'm helpless, saying I'm weak
This voice criticizes me, labeling me as powerless and frail.
I should keep quiet, don't speak shhh
It urges me to silence my thoughts and refrain from expressing myself.
But I am done taking shit
I have reached a breaking point; no longer will I tolerate disrespect.
Giving that up now, I quit
I am letting go of all previous burdens and declaring my resignation from negativity.
Never will anyone
I resolve that no individual will ever again have authority over my spirit.
Push me around again, no that's it
This is my final stance; I will not allow anyone to manipulate me any longer.
We're gonna show them what we're made of
Together, we will demonstrate our true strength and resilience.
I have been broken and scarred
I carry the wounds of past struggles and hardships that have left their mark.
Although this life has been hard
Despite the challenges and difficulties I've faced in life,
I will fight harder, pick up my armour, I will go further
I am prepared to combat adversity, equip myself with strength, and strive for greater heights.
Nobody knows how far
My potential remains unrecognized by others, and they underestimate my capabilities.
You want a fight
If you are looking for confrontation or challenge,
Then I'll bring a war
I am ready to face it head-on with fierce determination.
Falling apart, but this is the start, head and my heart
Though I may feel fragmented, this chaotic state marks the beginning of a profound transformation, aligning my thoughts and emotions.
Rushing like never before
A surge of energy and urgency flows through me, propelling me forward.
There's a fire inside me, that's starting to grow
An intense passion and desire for change is igniting within me.
But I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, if I can't let it go
If I fail to release my past burdens, the resulting pain will consume me.
So I'm gonna fight, gonna do what is right, I know
I am committed to taking action in alignment with my values and beliefs.
I'm gonna show them what I'm made of
I will reveal my true character and inner strength to everyone around.
They wouldn't write me off
People would reconsider their judgments of me if they understood my true nature.
If they could see what I am made of
If they could recognize my resilience and grit, they would view me differently.
This is my trial, my test
I am currently undergoing a significant challenge that will determine my character.
Facing too much now, I confess
I admit to grappling with overwhelming circumstances in my life.
Purposely pacing, melody racing
I find myself moving anxiously, driven by the rhythm of my thoughts and emotions.
Heart is beating out of my chest
My heart races with intensity, reflecting my passionate feelings and determination.
The strangers have come
New individuals have entered my life or environment, possibly challengers or critics.
They don't know what we've done
These newcomers lack awareness of our struggles and achievements.
They're going to pay, we'll send them away
We will stand our ground and ensure that they face the consequences of their actions.
We stand as one
United in purpose, we present a formidable front.
There's a fire inside me, that's starting to grow
An inner drive is intensifying, fueling my aspirations and resolve.
But I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, I'm gonna burn, if I can't let it go
The risk of internal combustion looms if I hold onto my past struggles.
So I'm gonna fight, gonna do what is right, I know
I am determined to take a stand for justice and uphold my morals.
I'm gonna show them what I'm made of
I will demonstrate my true capabilities and strengths to those who doubt me.
You wouldn't write me off
You would not dismiss my worth if you understood my true essence.
If you could see what I am made of
A deeper understanding of my resilience would change your perception of me.
We are strays and runaways
We are individuals who feel lost or have chosen to break free from societal norms.
O the strangers come
Newcomers continue to enter our lives, possibly with preconceived notions.
Outcasts and we're doing it our way
As marginalized individuals, we are embracing our uniqueness and autonomy.
From the darkness call we stand as one
From struggles and adversity, we unite in strength and solidarity.
A new life is about to begin
A transformative chapter filled with potential is on the horizon.
I'm going to show them what I'm made of
I am determined to reveal my true self and capabilities to the world.
O the danger's home, we will not fall, we stand as one
Even in peril, we remain steadfast and united, refusing to be defeated.
Singing
We express ourselves through song, an anthem of our beliefs.
Singing we are, we are Kin
In our unity, we celebrate our shared identities and connections.
We are strays and runaways
Once again, we affirm our status as nonconformists who embrace freedom.
O the danger's home
We acknowledge the presence of risks, yet remain undeterred.
Outcasts and we're doing it our way
As individuals on the fringe, we embrace our distinct paths and choices.
You wouldn't write me off
You would not dismiss my abilities and value if you truly understood me.
A new life is about to begin
A fresh start filled with hope and opportunity is imminent.
We will not fall
We are resolute in our determination not to be defeated.
We stand as one
Together, we present a united front against challenges.
Singing we are
We express our camaraderie and resilience through our collective voice.
I'm going to show them what I'm made of
I am committed to demonstrating my true character and strength to all.
Noah
A personal name, indicating either a significant figure or connection.
Cora
Another personal name, representing another important connection or reference.
Cora
Emphasizing the importance of this individual once again.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Emil Dale, Stefan Kelk
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