This artist was once a background singer with KIRK FRANKLIN AND THE FAMILY.… Read Full Bio ↴This artist was once a background singer with KIRK FRANKLIN AND THE FAMILY. She has a wonderful and very powerful voice. You can hear in the songs she sings that she knows what she is talking about. She doesn't just sing the song, she experiences the song. She is definitely a gospel powerhouse. If you are a follower of Tyler Perry and his plays and movies, you may remember her as one of the cast. She is also married to David Mann better known as "Mr. Brown" - "this is your granddaddy"! hahahaha...

Alright
Tamela Mann Lyrics

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And no-one ever listens
To a word I say
Kill enthusiasm
'cause i've found that day

Though it over and over and over again
Then you wrip me down
Trying over and over and over again

And you happy now?
You're a fool
You're gonna end up in a hole
You never finish what you started
Forever telling you I though it over and over and over again

See it coming for you
See it every day
Try to ignore you
You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
And it's alright [x4]

Gonna end up in a hole
Now you got me moving
Now I've got a taste
You can't stop me smiling
I'm laughing in your face

It's true
You're gonna end up in a hole
You never finish what you started
Forever telling you I though it over and over and over again

See it coming for you
See it every day
Try to ignore you
You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
And it's alright [x4]

Gonna end up in a hole
Laugh about me all you like
Talk behind me, I don't mind
Let me tell you I'm alright

Gonna end up in a hole (whoa-oa-oa)
Laugh about me all you like (whoa-oa-oa)
Talk behind me, I don't mind (whoa-oa-oa)
Let me tell you I'm alright!

Thought it over, over and over
Thought it over, over again
[x2]

See it coming for you
See it every day
Try to ignore you
You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
And it's alright [x8]

Gonna end up in a hole
You're gonna end up in a hole

You never finish what you started
Don't mind me telling you I though it over and over and over again

Overall Meaning

The song "Alright" by Tamela Mann is an empowering tune that speaks to the challenge of being heard and believed. The first two lines of the verse express this struggle, as the singer laments that no one ever listens to what she says. This lack of attention has caused her to lose her enthusiasm, and she has to repeat herself over and over. However, despite her frustration, she remains determined and resilient, telling her detractors that they will end up in a hole, while she will continue to move forward with her head held high.

Throughout the song, the singer is confronting a specific person who is trying to keep her down. However, despite the other person's negativity, the singer is able to find joy and strength in overcoming the obstacles in her path. The repeated phrase "see it coming for you" suggests that the singer is aware of the other person's negative intentions, but is choosing to ignore them and stay focused on her own goals. The final lines of the song are a bold statement of self-confidence, as the singer declares that she is alright despite any negativity or gossip that may be swirling around her.

Overall, "Alright" is an empowering tune that encourages listeners to stay strong and focused in the face of adversity. By embracing our own inner strength and refusing to be deterred by the negativity of others, we can achieve our goals and live our best lives.

Line by Line Meaning

And no-one ever listens
No one pays attention to me.

To a word I say
No one listens to what I’m saying.

Kill enthusiasm
Lose excitement about something.

'cause i've found that day
Because I have realized that it’s not worth it.

Though it over and over and over again
Think about it repetitively.

Then you wrip me down
Then you tear me down.

Trying over and over and over again
Making repeated attempts.

And you happy now?
Are you satisfied now?

You're a fool
You are making unwise decisions.

You're gonna end up in a hole
You'll suffer the consequences of your actions.

You never finish what you started
You give up on things too easily.

Forever telling you I though it over and over and over again
I always think things through before taking action.

See it coming for you
Anticipate the negative repercussions headed your way.

See it every day
Witness the consequences every day.

Try to ignore you
Attempting to avoid you.

You get my way (yeah yeah yeah!)
You are blocking my path.

And it's alright [x4]
Everything will be okay.

Now you got me moving
You have encouraged me to take action.

Now I've got a taste
Now I’m experiencing the benefits of my actions.

You can't stop me smiling
You cannot steal my joy.

I'm laughing in your face
I’m enjoying the last laugh.

Laugh about me all you like
Feel free to mock me.

Talk behind me, I don't mind
Gossip about me, but I will not let it affect me.

Let me tell you I'm alright
I'm doing okay.

Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: BRYAN C. POPIN, HOWARD MCCRARY, IRA SCHICKMAN

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