The Music video starts out with the band members in a car, everyone but Deryck exits, and he starts singing. The video also features reverse editing of people doing various things, such as accidentally dropping groceries, with shots of the band in between, in the end of the video soldiers rush people away from doing mundane things such as grilling steak and sitting on a couch, while the rest of the band walks back to the car Deryck is still in the car singing and they drive off. The set used maintains some resemblance with the one used in the movie Dogville by Lars von Trier, where there aren't walls and the floor has lines that indicate the different spaces.
Some Say
Sum 41 Lyrics
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I'm sure they never knew enough
I know the pressures won't go away
It's too late
Find out the difference somehow
It's too late to even have faith
Don't think things will ever change
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
And if I fall I'll take it all
It's so easy after all
Believe me 'cause now's the time to try
Don't wait, the chance will pass you by
Time's up to figure it out
You can't say it's too late
Seems like everything we knew
Turned out were never even true
Don't trust, things will never change
You must be dreaming
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
And if I fall I'll take it all
It's so easy after all
Some say we're better off without
Knowing what life is all about
I'm sure they'll never realize the way
It's too late
Somehow it's different everyday
In some ways it never fades away
Seems like it's never gonna change
I must be dreaming
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
And if I fall I'll take it all
It's so easy after all
Believe me, it's alright
It's so easy after all
Believe me, it's alright
It's so easy after all
The song "Some Say" by Sum 41 is about growing up, facing pressure, and taking control of one's life in the face of external doubt and criticism. The singer, who appears to be talking to someone else or perhaps even to himself, dismisses the idea that growing up means losing one's youthfulness or sense of wonder. He contrasts this with the pressures he feels to conform or give up on his dreams. Despite the trials he has faced, however, he decides to take things into his own hands and risk it all, even if he falls.
The lyrics are full of contradictions, which adds to the tension and complexity of the song. For instance, the singer says "I'm sure they never knew enough," suggesting that others who doubt him lack experience or wisdom. But he also admits that he doesn't know everything either, as when he sings "Find out the difference somehow." This suggests that while he's determined, he's also humble enough to admit his limitations. Furthermore, the singer appears to be struggling with indecisiveness, as when he says "Think before you make up your mind / You don't seem to realize / I can do this on my own." This shows that he's grappling with self-doubt and the fear of making a wrong decision, yet he still asserts his independence and willingness to take risks.
In the end, "Some Say" is an anthem of resilience and self-empowerment. It's a call to listeners to believe in themselves and their abilities, even when the odds are against them. The song's catchy melody and upbeat tempo make it a favorite among Sum 41 fans, who appreciate the band's punk-rock energy and emotive lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Some say we're never meant to grow up
There are people who believe that maturity is not for everyone
I'm sure they never knew enough
I believe they lack the experience necessary to make such assumptions
I know the pressures won't go away
I am aware that the expectations placed on me may never disappear
It's too late
I feel like there's no way to turn back now
Find out the difference somehow
Try to identify what sets me apart from those who have failed or given up
It's too late to even have faith
Having hope is no longer an option for me
Don't think things will ever change
I don't believe that circumstances will improve in the future
You must be dreaming
It's unrealistic to expect a different outcome
Think before you make up your mind
Reflect on your decisions and don't rush into anything
You don't seem to realize
You appear to be unaware of some important facts
I can do this on my own
I don't need anyone else's help or approval to succeed
And if I fall I'll take it all
Even if I fail, I'm prepared to accept the consequences
It's so easy after all
It's really not that difficult to handle adversity
Believe me 'cause now's the time to try
Trust me, this is the perfect moment to take a chance
Don't wait, the chance will pass you by
Don't procrastinate, the opportunity might not come again
Time's up to figure it out
There isn't much time left to solve the problem
You can't say it's too late
It's not acceptable to use procrastination as an excuse
Seems like everything we knew
What we thought was true may actually be false
Turned out were never even true
Beliefs we had were never really based on fact
Don't trust, things will never change
Don't have blind faith, things may not improve
Think before you make up your mind
Evaluate all the facts and options before deciding
You don't seem to realize
You're overlooking some important information
I can do this on my own
I'm capable of managing this situation independently
And if I fall I'll take it all
Even if I fail, I'll still be responsible for what happened
Believe me, it's alright
Trust me, everything will work out fine
It's so easy after all
Overcoming obstacles is not as hard as it seems
Believe me, it's alright
There's no need to worry, everything is going to be okay
It's so easy after all
Overcoming adversity can be simple if you have the right perspective
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DERYCK WHIBLEY, DERYCK JASON WHIBLEY, GREIG ANDREW NORI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Gabriele Nardiello
Some say we're never meant to grow up
I'm sure they never knew enough
I know the pressures won't go away
It's too late
Find out the difference somehow
It's too late to even have faith
Don't think things will ever change
You must be dreaming
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
And if I fall I'll take it all
It's so easy after all
Believe me 'cause now's the time to try
Don't wait, the chance will pass you by
Time's up to figure it out
You can't say it's too late
Seems like everything we knew
Turned out were never even true
Don't trust, things will never change
You must be dreaming
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
And if I fall I'll take it all
It's so easy after all
Some say we're better off without
Knowing what life is all about
I'm sure they'll never realize the way
It's too late
Somehow it's different everyday
In some ways it never fades away
Seems like it's never gonna change
I must be dreaming
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
Think before you make up your mind
You don't seem to realize
I can do this on my own
And if I fall I'll take it all
It's so easy after all
Believe me, it's alright
It's so easy after all
Believe me, it's alright
It's so easy after all
brolygito
Sum 41 is one of the greatest bands of all time. Grew up listening to them. I will miss you guys. But the music will last for eternity.
Mikuri Shinji
So sad album and tours this year will be the last. Hadn’t a chance to come to any :(
My favorite band, hope their music truly will live forever even for younger generation.
Gotta re-listen “Underclass Hero” album over and over in wait for the new album…
As I remember, I saw in interview last year it will be 2 part album, right?
Chase Ortega
Seeing them in Salt Lake City next week🎉
High Kingdom Warrior
Same..🎉
sjeverett75
I'm seeing them tomorrow.
NDLC
I’m 25 now and I’ve known and loved this band for 18 years!!!
Anybody else??
Thank you sum 41 for being there
🔥🔥🙌🏼🔥🔥🙌🏼🙌🏼💖💖
Rama OshiLo
yes im
The Wrong Alice
me too
Galih Setiawan
Idem
A Dying Dream
I'm 26 and I still love them. I listened to them back when I was 13 lol