Family
The Dreamgirls Lyrics
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Curtis says it's the best thing for the group
What about what's best for me
He feels that dreams can cross over
What about how I feel, the one but famous
I'll write great things for you
Effy do it for me
It's more than you, it is more than me
No matter what we are, we are a family
This dream is for all of us, this one can be real
And you can't stop us now because of how you feel
It's more than you, it is more than me
Whatever dreams we have they're for the family
We're not alone anymore now they are others there
And that dream's big enough for all of us to share
So think you're going, you're not going anywhere
You're staying and taking your share
And if you get afraid again, I'll be there
We are a family like a giant tree branching out of the sky
We are a family, we are so much more than just you and I
We are a family like a giant tree
Growing stronger, growing wiser, we are growing free
We need you, we are a family
The lyrics of the song "Family" by The Dreamgirls seem to convey the conflict within the group regarding the pursuit of their dreams. On one hand, Curtis, their manager, pushes them to prioritize the group's interests over individual aspirations. On the other hand, Effy, one of the group members, feels unheard and overshadowed by her more famous bandmates. The lyrics consist of poignant questions about the importance of individual needs within the context of a group striving for success. The final verse celebrates the unity and strength of the group, suggesting that their shared dream is something much bigger than themselves alone.
The song's lyrics are relatable to anyone who has experienced conflict between personal goals and the greater good of a group. The words 'it's more than you and more than me, no matter what we are, we are a family' sums up the idea of compromise for the greater good. The metaphor of a tree is used to symbolize growth, strength, and unity in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
What about what I need
I have my own needs and desires that should be taken into account
Curtis says it's the best thing for the group
The group's manager believes that what's best for the group is more important than individual needs
What about what's best for me
I also deserve to have what's best for me considered in decision making
He feels that dreams can cross over
Our manager believes that our dreams can be achieved and shared by everyone in the group
What about how I feel, the one but famous
I am the only famous member of the group and my feelings should also be taken into consideration
I'll write great things for you
I am willing to use my fame and talent to help the group achieve success
Effy do it for me
I am trying to convince my friend Effy to help me achieve my dreams
What about me, what about me
I am feeling neglected and want my concerns to be taken seriously
It's more than you, it is more than me
Our dreams and aspirations are bigger than any one individual, we need to work together as a family to achieve our goals
No matter what we are, we are a family
We are bonded together by our common dreams and goals, and we will support each other as a family
This dream is for all of us, this one can be real
Our dream can be a reality if we work together as a family and support each other
And you can't stop us now because of how you feel
We won't let any obstacles or negative feelings stand in the way of achieving our dream
Whatever dreams we have they're for the family
Our individual dreams and aspirations are important, but they should ultimately be for the benefit of the whole family
We're not alone anymore now they are others there
We have support and a sense of community because we are part of a family
And that dream's big enough for all of us to share
The dream we have is substantial enough to encompass and benefit everyone in the family
So think you're going, you're not going anywhere
We won't let anyone leave the family or abandon the dream, we are in this together
You're staying and taking your share
Everyone needs to take responsibility and do their part in achieving the dream
And if you get afraid again, I'll be there
We will support and encourage each other, even when we face challenges or fears
We are a family like a giant tree branching out of the sky
Our family is like a strong and growing tree, with many branches and opportunities for growth and success
We are a family, we are so much more than just you and I
Our family is an important and connected unit, with a shared purpose and sense of community
Growing stronger, growing wiser, we are growing free
As a family, we are constantly learning, growing, and improving, and are working towards greater freedom and success
We need you, we are a family
Every member of the family is needed and valued, and our success depends on working together as a family
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HENRY D. KRIEGER, TOM EYEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mknation7178
What about what I need?
Curtis says its the best thing for the group.
What about whats best for me?
He feels the Dreams can crossover.
What about how I feel?
But when we're famous I'll write great things for ya,
Effie do it for me.
What about me?
What about me?
It's more than you, it is more than me
No matter what we are, we are a family
This dream is for all of us, this one can be real,
And you cant stop us now because of how you feel
It's more than you,
It is more than me
Whatever dreams we have, there for the family,
We're not alone anymore now there are others there,
And that dreams big enough for all of us to share,
So don't think that your going,
You're not going anywhere, your staying and taking your share, and if
You get afraid again, I'll be there
We are a family like a giant tree branching out towards the sky, we are a family we
Are so much more than just you and I we are a family like a giant tree,
Growing stronger, growing wiser, we are growing free
We need you.
We are a family
@user-sh3zz2vg3v
what about what i needย
(curtis says it's the best things for group)ย
what about whats best for meย
(he feels the dreams can crossover)ย
what about how i feelย
(but when we're famous i'll write great things for ya,ย
effie do it for me)ย
what about meย
what about meย
it's more than you, it is more than meย
no matter what we are, we are a familyย
this dream is for all of us, this one can be realย
and you cant stop us now because of how you feel..ย
it's more than you, it is more than meย
whatever dreams we have, there for the familyย
we're not alone anymore now there are others there,ย
and that dreams big enough for all of us to share,ย
so dont think that your going,ย
your not going anywhere, your staying and taking your share,ย
and if you get afraid again, i'll be there...ย
we are a family like a giant tree branching out toward the sky,ย
we are a family we are so much more than just you and iย
we are a family like a giant tree,ย
growing stronger, growing wiser, we are growing free..ย
we need you.. we are a family
@asiagraham1505
"And if you get afraid again I'll be there" BUT YOU WASN'T CECE...Curtis was supposed to love me headass
@TeamBreezyy98
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@dmathis3357
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@edgarcarrera6062
HAHAHAHAHA I CANโT ๐๐๐๐ป
@kaimilano4546
LOOOL PERIOD
@deloresgable3736
FAX DOE๐ค๐พ๐
@littlemixfanpromo1270
2020 anyone this is such an underrated song from the best musical of all time
@Luxey__X
Agreed
@imaninocentperson4853
Youtube addiction
@CClarke
Yup.