Knight played guest roles on 'Hannah Montana' (2006-2011) and 'Grey's Anatomy' (2005-). He featured in the film '17 Again' (2009) as Alex O'Donnell. He also appeared in season 3 of Melissa and Joey (2010-2015), and has more recently been in 'Landmine Goes Click' (2015), 'Different Flowers' (2017) and 'The Man from Earth: Holocene' (2017.)
Got To Believe
Sterling Knight Lyrics
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They don't wanna know, they don't really understand
Too many people tryin' to telling me to be practical
Only think that I am one dimensional
Well, I can feel it, there's a fire raging underneath
Burning through the pages, here I am coming clean
I'm sick of lying to myself, gotta live the truth
This is where I should be
There ain't no other place, yeah
Where my soul really speaks
There ain't no other way
I can feel it save me, move me, chain me
Gotta go where the music takes me
Let it set me free
You got to believe
Is it a crime to just be who I wanna be?
I need some space so that I can chase all my dreams
'Cause when I hit the stage, anything is possible
I get lost in the song, and that is magical
So crank it up, feel the rush, then just turn me loose
I wanna build the inspiration that is coming through
And there's a wilder place where I feel so alive
When I start to sing, you just can't deny
This is where I should be
There ain't no other place, yeah
Where my soul really speaks
There ain't no other way
I can feel it save me, move me, chain me
Gotta go where the music takes me
Let it set me free
You got to believe
When everybody's gone and I'm here all alone
(I don't gotta hide, I don't gotta try)
You got to understand that this is who I am
And it's where I shine, and it's where it's I shine
I know this is where I should be
There ain't no other place, yeah
Where my soul really speaks
There ain't no other way
I can feel it save me, move me, chain me
Gotta go where the music takes me
Let it set me free
You got to believe
This is where I should be
There ain't no other place, yeah
Where my soul really speaks
There ain't no other way
I can feel it save me, move me, chain me
Gotta go where the music takes me
Let it set me free
(Let it set me free)
Let it set me free
You got to believe
The lyrics to Sterling Knight's "Got To Believe" express the idea of being true to oneself and following one's dreams even when others might not understand or approve. The first verse specifically calls out people who try to pigeonhole the singer into a certain identity or way of being, while the second verse celebrates the freedom and magic that music can offer. The chorus emphasizes the importance of following one's passion and believing in oneself.
The bridge reinforces the idea that the singer's true self is revealed through music, and that this is where they feel most alive and authentic. The repetition of the chorus at the end provides a sense of resolution and conviction, affirming that the singer knows where they belong and what they need to do to find fulfillment.
Overall, "Got To Believe" is an uplifting anthem that encourages listeners to stay true to themselves and pursue their passions, even in the face of opposition or doubt.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't like people telling me just who I am
I don't like others defining me or trying to fit me into their mold.
They don't wanna know, they don't really understand
They don't care to get to know me or understand my inner world.
Too many people tryin' to telling me to be practical
Many people seem to expect me to be practical and think inside the box.
Only think that I am one dimensional
People think that I am only capable of doing one thing.
Well, I can feel it, there's a fire raging underneath
I feel a strong drive and passion within me.
Burning through the pages, here I am coming clean
I am ready to be honest and open about who I am.
I'm sick of lying to myself, gotta live the truth
I am tired of living a lie and I need to be true to myself.
And now I've got to do what I've gotta do
It's time for me to take action and follow my heart.
This is where I should be
I know this is my purpose and my path.
There ain't no other place, yeah
I am certain that nowhere else can I feel this fulfilled.
Where my soul really speaks
This is the only place where my soul truly comes alive.
I can feel it save me, move me, chain me
This passion for music can both free and constrain me.
Gotta go where the music takes me
I must follow the direction that music leads me.
Let it set me free
I have to allow music to liberate me and give me wings.
You got to believe
Belief in myself and my passion is crucial to achieving success.
Is it a crime to just be who I wanna be?
Is it really wrong to just live my life on my own terms?
I need some space so that I can chase all my dreams
I need room and freedom to go after my dreams.
'Cause when I hit the stage, anything is possible
Performing music brings a sense of possibility and magic to my life.
I get lost in the song, and that is magical
Singing music takes me to a place of pure bliss and transcendence.
So crank it up, feel the rush, then just turn me loose
Let's go all-in and let music take over our spirits.
I wanna build the inspiration that is coming through
I want to create something that outwardly expresses my inner inspirations.
And there's a wilder place where I feel so alive
I have a deep, wild side that music helps me bring out.
When I start to sing, you just can't deny
There is something special that happens when I sing, it's undeniably unique.
When everybody's gone and I'm here all alone
Away from the stage and glitter, I am still committed to living my passion.
(I don't gotta hide, I don't gotta try)
I can be myself without having to put on a facade or feel like I'm extra.
You got to understand that this is who I am
The people who truly care about me will accept and understand my path.
And it's where I shine, and it's where it's I shine
This is the area where I am meant to shine and really show off what I can do.
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