Top Of The World
The All-American Rejects Lyrics


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Is there anybody out there?
That wakes up with a bitter taste?
It's a king that we put up there
And he's a short way to fall from grace
It's slowly filling upward.
You can stand but you have no ground.
I hear it from the lost words.
They say its time that you lost your crown.

Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't want to be you
When the top of the world falls on you

Is there anybody out there?
That can see what a man can change?
It's better that you don't care
Because he knows that he's in his state
I feel the paranoia.
When there's a time, put you in your place
In the eyes of those who watch ya
Well they can wait 'til they hit your face

Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't want to be you
When the top of the world falls on you

Paint yourself a picture
When you waste another picture
And you win, and you win, and you win
Paint yourself a picture
And then you break another picture
And you win, and you win, and you win
And you win Yeah you win and you win

Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't want to be you
When the top of the world falls on you

Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you




Finding a day, don't want to be you
When the top of the world falls on you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The All-American Rejects' song Top Of The World seem to be a commentary on the consequences of greed and corruption. The first verse talks about a king who is on top, but not for long. The reference to the "lost words" might indicate that the king is not listening to his people, and they want him to step down from his position of power. The second verse continues the theme of unchecked power, with the singer saying that it's better to not care about what a man can change, as he is stuck in his position. The paranoia might be directed toward those who may try to overthrow the king, or perhaps even the king himself.


The chorus emphasizes the message of the song, cautioning against greed and the abuse of power. The line "a dollar's a penny to you" implies that those in positions of power are so wealthy that they don't even recognize the value of money, which is only a small piece of the larger picture. The chorus repeats the phrase "when the top of the world falls on you," which could be interpreted as a warning that those who have too much power will eventually fall. The bridge seems to suggest a cycle of greed and winning, with the singer encouraging others to "paint yourself a picture," but then breaking it and winning again.


Overall, the lyrics of Top Of The World criticize those in power who take advantage of their position for their own gain, and warns of the consequences of that kind of behavior.


Line by Line Meaning

Is there anybody out there?
Does anyone wake up feeling bitter like I do?


That wakes up with a bitter taste?
A lot of people feel unhappy with the current state of leadership.


It's a king that we put up there
We elect our leaders, but sometimes they turn out to be undeserving.


And he's a short way to fall from grace
Leaders can easily lose the trust of the people they serve.


It's slowly filling upward.
The discontent is growing.


You can stand but you have no ground.
The people in power may not have the support of their constituents.


I hear it from the lost words.
Even those who feel unheard have something to say.


They say its time that you lost your crown.
The people are calling for a change in leadership.


Don't be so greedy.
Leaders should prioritize the people they serve over their own interests.


A dollar's a penny to you
Money means little when compared to the well-being of the people.


When hearts are beating
The people care deeply about their leaders' decisions.


Say what you want 'em to do.
Lead the people towards a better future.


Wasting away... I see you.
Leaders who don't act in the best interests of their constituents will ultimately fail.


When the top of the world falls on you
Leaders who fall from grace will face the consequences of their actions.


Finding a day, don't want to be you
I don't want to end up like a leader who has lost the support of their people.


Is there anybody out there?
Does anyone understand the power that an individual can have to make a difference?


That can see what a man can change?
We should recognize that one person can enact great change.


It's better that you don't care
It's more beneficial to not care about popularity and appeasing others than to betray personal beliefs.


Because he knows that he's in his state
A good leader should know what they stand for and be true to their values.


I feel the paranoia.
There is a feeling of unease and distrust in those in power.


When there's a time, put you in your place
Leaders should be held accountable for their actions.


In the eyes of those who watch ya
The people are watching, and they will not forget.


Well they can wait 'til they hit your face
The consequences of one's actions will eventually catch up to them.


Paint yourself a picture
Create your own vision of the world.


When you waste another picture
Don't let the opinions of others deter you from your goals.


And you win, and you win, and you win
Victory is achievable if you stay true to yourself.


And you win Yeah you win and you win
Believe in yourself and you will succeed.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: NICK WHEELER, TYSON RITTER

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@AFGuidesHD

Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't wanna be you
When the top of the world falls on you

Very catchy :D



@jh-ij4by

[Verse 1]
Is there anybody out there? 
That wakes up with a bitter taste?
It's a king that we put up there
And he's a short way to fall from grace
It's slowly filling upward.
You can stand but you have no ground.
I hear it from the lost words.
They say it's time that you lost your crown.

[Chorus]
Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't wanna be you
When the top of the world falls on you

[Verse 2]
Is there anybody out there?
That can see what a man can change?
It's better that you don't care
Because he knows that he's in his stage
I feel the paranoia.
When there's a time, put you in your place
In the eyes of those who watch ya
Well they can wait 'til you hit your face

[Chorus]
Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you
Finally a day, don't wanna be you.
When the top of the world falls on you

Paint yourself a picture
When you waste another picture
And you win, and you win, and you win
Paint yourself a picture
And then you break another picture
And you win, and you win, and you win
And you win, yeah you win, and you win 

[Chorus]
Don't be so greedy
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts stop beating
Say what you want 'em to do
Wasting away... I see you
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't wanna be you
When the top of the world falls on you

Wasting away... I see you
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't wanna be you
When the top of the world falls on you



All comments from YouTube:

@AFGuidesHD

Don't be so greedy.
A dollar's a penny to you
When hearts are beating
Say what you want 'em to do.
Wasting away... I see you.
When the top of the world falls on you
Finding a day, don't wanna be you
When the top of the world falls on you

Very catchy :D

@shesasunshinemsp6805

Hai 😂 your famous now huh

@cuckooreloaded

Didn't know you listen to this. Proud of ya

@ismanizahismail2503

Hey you play a COD right?😅

@Pseudo___

oh wow those are the lyrics you are so special to have copy pasta

@AFGuidesHD

@@Pseudo___ thanks

@aelo

Having an All American Rejects marathon. Takes me back. Man, they're one of the best bands ever.

@DormerStone

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@aelo

***** Well you gotta start somewhere. Enjoy the tunes my friend, they're excellent.

@DormerStone

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