It's My Life
The All-American Rejects and Bon Jovi Lyrics


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This ain't a song for the broken-hearted
No silent prayer for faith-departed
I ain't gonna be just a face in the crowd
You're gonna hear my voice when I shout it out loud

It's my life
It's now or never
I ain't gonna live forever
I just wanna live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, I did it my way
I just wanna live while I'm alive
It's my life

Yeah, this is for ones who stood their ground
For Tommy and Gina who never backed down
Tomorrow's gettin' harder, make no mistake
Luck ain't even luck, you gotta make your own breaks

It's my life
And it's now or never
I ain't gonna live forever
I just wanna live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, I did it my way
I just wanna live while I'm alive
'Cause it's my life

Better stand tall when they're calling you out
Don't bend, don't break, baby, don't back down

It's my life
And it's now or never
'Cause I ain't gonna live forever
I just wanna live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, I did it my way
I just wanna live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
And it's now or never
I ain't gonna live forever
I just wanna live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, I did it my way




I just wanna live while I'm alive
'Cause it's my life

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the All-American Rejects and Bon Jovi's song "It's My Life" speak of taking control of one's own destiny and living life to the fullest. It is a call to action for those who have been broken-hearted, lost faith, or just feel like they are a face in the crowd. The singer proclaims that they will not be held down by anyone or anything, and that they will make their own luck and take hold of their own opportunities.


In the second verse, the song pays homage to those who stand up for themselves and refuse to back down. The singer cites Tommy and Gina as examples of people who never gave up and always fought for what they believed in. The song then warns that life can be tough and that success does not simply fall into one's lap - one must work hard and create their own opportunities.


Overall, "It's My Life" is an anthem of empowerment and liberation. It encourages listeners to break free from the status quo, to ignore the naysayers, and to live life on their own terms.


Line by Line Meaning

This ain't a song for the broken-hearted
This song is not aimed at people who have lost hope and given up.


No silent prayer for faith-departed
The song does not offer any consolation or empty words for those who have lost their faith.


I ain't gonna be just a face in the crowd
I will not blend in or go unnoticed.


You're gonna hear my voice when I shout it out loud
I will not be afraid to speak my mind loudly and clearly.


It's my life
I am the master of my own life.


It's now or never
The time to take control of my life is now, and there might not be a tomorrow.


I ain't gonna live forever
I am aware that I am mortal and that life is short.


I just wanna live while I'm alive
I want to make the most of my time and enjoy my life to the fullest.


(It's my life)
I will repeat the chorus to emphasize that I am in charge of my own destiny.


My heart is like an open highway
My emotions and passions are always flowing and are free to explore.


Like Frankie said, I did it my way
I will follow my own path and make my own choices, just like Frank Sinatra did.


This is for ones who stood their ground
This song honors those who have persevered and not given up on their goals.


For Tommy and Gina who never backed down
The song specifically mentions Tommy and Gina, two characters who represent resilience and determination.


Tomorrow's gettin' harder, make no mistake
The future is unpredictable and may bring challenges, and we must be prepared for them.


Luck ain't even luck, you gotta make your own breaks
Success is not just a matter of chance, but rather of hard work and seizing opportunities.


Better stand tall when they're calling you out
We should not let the opinions of others affect our confidence and self-worth.


Don't bend, don't break, baby, don't back down
We must be steadfast and strong in the face of adversity.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jon Bon Jovi, Richard Sambora, Max Martin

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Bruno Ribeiro

This ain't a song for the broken-hearted
No silent prayer for faith-departed

And I ain't gonna be just a face in the crowd
You're gonna hear my voice when I shout it out loud

It's my life
It's now or never
But I ain't gonna live forever
I just want to live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, "I did it my way"
I just want to live while I'm alive
It's my life

Yeah, this is for the ones who stood their ground
For Tommy and Gina, who never backed down

Tomorrow's getting harder, make no mistake
Luck ain't even lucky, got to make your own breaks

It's my life
And it's now or never
I ain't gonna live forever
I just want to live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, "I did it my way"
I just want to live while I'm alive
'Cause it's my life

Better stand tall when they're calling you out
Don't bend, don't break, baby, don't back down

It's my life
And it's now or never
'Cause I ain't gonna live forever
I just want to live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, "I did it my way"
I just want to live while I'm alive

And it's now or never
I ain't gonna live forever
I just want to live while I'm alive
(It's my life)
My heart is like an open highway
Like Frankie said, "I did it my way"
I just want to live while I'm alive
'Cause it's my life



All comments from YouTube:

KarlaElaine100

Best version of It's My Life I have ever heard! Would love to hear you and Nick work together again. Your voices blend magically!

Survivrs

I love this as much as the "Rock" version. The harmony really makes this breathtaking. I'm not familiar with the boys, so I'm assuming it's Tyson who is singing harmony to Jon's melody. When Jon smiles the whole world smiles. This is an eargasm for sure!!!

Andreson Luis 'qRa-BaNaNiNhA"

(~, ~) Se é pra sair de um relacionamento com classe que seja pelo-menos ouvindo um clássico do RockROLL e a Melhor Banda do Mundo. Bom Jovi "It's My Life" !.

lucia denisse

Ya dos decadas escuchandote Jhon, vamos por mas! 💖

David Andrey

Fantástico! Excelente!

Ronald Pizarro

El solo de guitarra es perfecto muy bien logrado en esta version

Agnieszka Nowosadzka

i love this version!

KarlaElaine100

Their voices blended fantastically!

Abelito. com

amo amo!!! muy melancolico, armonico, me encanta!!!!

Adriana Vance

He wasn't out of tune, he was harmonizing.

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