Stand Up
Street Dogs Lyrics
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I've told myself this a million times before
Time and time again, I try to see things 'til the end
But sometimes something seems to hold me right back to the ground
Over and over again, I think of what it could have been
If I had kept my head on straight and out of the clouds
This feeling inside of me, nowhere left to hide
You've got to stand up for yourself
Don't rely on no one else
Only you know where you stand in life
Go after your dreams
It's easier than it seems
Only you know where you stand in life
Take some time to figure out just what it's all about
And keep on holding on to what's dear to you
I think that in the end what it comes to my friend
Is to enjoy life and to keep on holding on and on
"Stand Up" by Street Dogs is a powerful song about perseverance and overcoming self-doubt. The lyrics reflect on personal struggles and uncertainty about moving forward in life. The opening line, "Loser, sometimes I feel, but I know it's not real," expresses the feeling of inadequacy even though this is not necessarily true. The singer is aware of their thoughts and tries to overcome this negativity. Throughout the song, the singer encourages the listener to stand up for themselves and take control of their life.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and personal determination, "You've got to stand up for yourself, Don't rely on no one else, Only you know where you stand in life, Go after your dreams, It's easier than it seems, Only you know where you stand in life." The lyrics suggest that it is important to take time to figure out what matters and to hold on tight to those things. The final line, "to enjoy life and to keep on holding on and on," is an exhortation to persevere, no matter what challenges may arise.
Line by Line Meaning
Loser, some times I feel, but I know it's not real
Despite feeling like a failure, I acknowledge that it's not a true reflection of my abilities
I've told myself this a million times before
Repeating positive affirmations to myself has helped me combat feelings of inadequacy
Time and time again, I try to see things 'til the end
Despite the challenges, I strive to finish what I start
But sometimes something seems to hold me right back to the ground
Despite my best efforts, there are still obstacles that prevent me from moving forward
Over and over again, I think of what it could have been
I often reflect on the missed opportunities and the what-ifs
If I had kept my head on straight and out of the clouds
I regret being too unrealistic and not having a practical approach in the past
This feeling inside of me, nowhere left to hide
The emotions inside me are intense and difficult to ignore
It's like a bomb waiting to explode inside of me
The mounting pressure and frustration are bound to reach a breaking point
You've got to stand up for yourself
It's essential to take control of your life and not let others dictate your worth
Don't rely on no one else
Independence is key to achieving success
Only you know where you stand in life
Your perception and self-awareness are fundamental to decision-making
Go after your dreams
Pursue your ambitions with passion and dedication
It's easier than it seems
Overcoming the fear of failure and taking action is simpler than you think
Take some time to figure out just what it's all about
Reflecting and analyzing your goals and priorities is important before taking action
And keep on holding on to what's dear to you
Hold onto your values and what you truly care about in life
I think that in the end what it comes to my friend
Ultimately, the most important thing is to live your life with purpose and happiness
Is to enjoy life and to keep on holding on and on
Continuing to persevere and find joy in the journey is crucial to living a fulfilling life
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: MALCOLM WALKER
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