Gotta Go My Own Way
Studio Allstars Lyrics


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Troy, listen

I gotta say what's on my mind
Something about us
Doesn't seem right these days1

Life keeps getting in the way
Whenever we try, somehow the plan
Is always rearranged

It's so hard to say
But I've gotta do what's best for me
You'll be okay1

I've got to move on and be who I am
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
We might find our place in this world someday
But at least for now, I gotta go my own way

Don't wanna leave it all behind
But I get my hopes up
And I watch them fall every time

Another color turns to grey
And it's just too hard to watch it all
Slowly fade away

I'm leaving today
'Cause I gotta do what's best for me
You'll be okay

I've got to move on and be who I am
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
We might find our place in this world someday
But at least for now, I gotta go my way

What about us?
What about everything we've been through?
What about trust?
You know I never wanted to hurt you

And what about me?
What am I supposed to do?
I gotta leave but I'll miss you
(I'll miss you)

So, I've got to move on and be who I am
(Why do you have to go?)
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
(I'm trying to understand)

We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now
(I want you to stay)
I wanna go my own way

I've got to move on and be who I am
(What about us?)
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
(I'm trying to understand)

We might find our place in this world someday
But at least for now, I gotta go my own way




I gotta go my own way
I gotta go my own way

Overall Meaning

The Studio Allstars' song "Gotta Go My Own Way" is about a person who needs to break up with their partner and move on with their life. The lyrics express the singer's feelings about their current situation and their decision to leave to pursue their dreams. The singer acknowledges that the relationship is not working and that it's time to move on. They acknowledge that the decision is difficult, but necessary for their well-being.


The opening lines of the song, “I gotta say what's on my mind, something about us doesn't seem right these days,” sets the tone for the song. The singer expresses that the relationship is being put on hold due to unforeseen circumstances, and they can no longer continue to wait. There is love and trust in the relationship, but it is not enough to ignore the fact that they're growing apart.


The lyrics reflect the emotional struggle of ending a relationship, as well as the desire to pursue one's dreams. The chorus repeats the phrase “I've got to move on and be who I am, I just don't belong here, I hope you understand,” emphasizing the need for individual growth and self-expression. Though the decision to end a relationship is difficult, the song implies that it's important to do what's best for oneself.


Line by Line Meaning

Troy, listen
Calling out to someone named Troy to listen attentively


I gotta say what's on my mind
I need to express what I am thinking


Something about us
There seems to be an issue between us


Doesn't seem right these days
Things do not feel right between us lately


Life keeps getting in the way
Barriers keep rising to prevent us from coming together


Whenever we try, somehow the plan
Every time we attempt to make progress, something always goes wrong


Is always rearranged
Our plans end up being ruined and modified


It's so hard to say
What I am about to say is difficult


But I've gotta do what's best for me
I must prioritize myself and do what I think is most suitable for me


You'll be okay
You will be alright without me


I've got to move on and be who I am
It is necessary for me to continue on with my journey and stay true to myself


I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
I feel out of place and hope that you can comprehend my decision


We might find our place in this world someday
We may come across our true purpose in this world at some point


But at least for now, I gotta go my own way
For the moment, I must do what is best for me and move forward on my own path


Don't wanna leave it all behind
I am not keen on relinquishing everything I have here


But I get my hopes up
I tend to get optimistic


And I watch them fall every time
I see my hopes and dreams come crashing down on numerous occasions


Another color turns to grey
Another aspect of my life has become stagnant and uninteresting


And it's just too hard to watch it all
It is difficult to witness everything fall apart


Slowly fade away
Gradually disappear


I'm leaving today
I am departing today


'Cause I gotta do what's best for me
It is in my best interest to follow my own path


You'll be okay
You will be alright without me


What about us?
What is happening between us?


What about everything we've been through?
What about our shared experiences?


What about trust?
What about the trust we established between us?


You know I never wanted to hurt you
You are aware that I would never deliberately cause you harm


And what about me?
What about my feelings?


What am I supposed to do?
What action should I take?


I gotta leave but I'll miss you
I must depart from your life, but I will miss you


(I'll miss you)
I will feel your absence


So, I've got to move on and be who I am
Hence, I must move forward and remain true to myself


(Why do you have to go?)
Why do you have to leave?


I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
I do not fit in here, and I hope you can comprehend that


(I'm trying to understand)
I am attempting to comprehend your perspective


We might find a place in this world someday
Perhaps we will discover our purpose in life eventually


But at least for now
For now, at the very least


(I want you to stay)
I desire for you to remain with me


I wanna go my own way
I desire to embark on my own journey


I've got to move on and be who I am
I must proceed forward and remain authentic to myself


(What about us?)
What is happening with us?


(I'm trying to understand)
I am attempting to comprehend your perspective


We might find our place in this world someday
Perhaps we will discover our purpose in life eventually


But at least for now, I gotta go my own way
For the moment, I must do what is best for me and move forward on my own path


I gotta go my own way
I must proceed down my own path




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Comments from YouTube:

kubresss

Dope THX!!!!

Wize Digger

Forgot to upload the small "shout out" part after B3.

kevin collins

My cuz got busy💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

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