Another Man's Shoes
The Movement Lyrics


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Steal from 'em when you're late for rent
Knowin' when you get it that it's dated, spent
But still you keep on tickin never watchin the game
And every day your livin seems almost the same
Got to keep you head up, hard to breathe down there
At the bottom of the ocean baby nobody cares
But you keep on rollin when they keep on reelin
And if you catch the sun
You know you might catch that feelin
But you

You never know when that feelin may go
And sometimes
You'll never realize the fire in your eyes
You may never ever walk in another man's shoes
But still you gotta
Taken the time find your mind
Find a reason to choose

Give to 'em when they want they need
Steppin on the other side watch ya feet
But still ya see G.L.A.S.S.
When you're cut you bleed
And everybody knows
You can't believe what you read
Got to step aside if ya wrong ya wrong
But if you turn the other cheek
Would we all get along

It's the same question
We all keep crying
Or do you know the answer
And we all keep denying
But you

6 billion in the world today
People fighting and their fussing
Earth rottin away
Now it's gotten to the point and I was wantin to say
Take a minute stop, relax and pause and pray
You can't dance with the devil in the pale moon light
Who's wrong, who's right, you
I don't wanna fight you
Wanna stand tall, gotta be the role model
But it's hard to find the answer in the bottom of a bottle
But you/

Let's shed a little light on this situation
I got nothing left, but the time I'm wasting.
I got nothing left to give but the flavor you're tasting
Trying to run fast but the rats are racing
And I'm chasing these dreams like I'm chasing these papes
Like I'm chasing the times that are changing your fate
All you need is a lil elbow grease when you're scraping by trying to rise rise til you scrape the sky




So pick me up pick me up get high, high
So pick me up pick me up get high, high

Overall Meaning

The Movement's song "Another Man's Shoes" has a universal message that suggests empathy and tries to inspire listeners to understand others. The lyrics of the song convey the message that we should all try to put ourselves in other people's shoes to understand their struggles and pain. The opening lines suggest that when one is in a precarious financial situation, they might resort to stealing. However, when they realize that they have to keep on rolling, they may become aware of the predicament of others.


The song also addresses the idea that people should strive to be kind and understanding towards one another. The lyrics suggest that when we give to others, whether it be material or emotional support, we can help them in their time of need. The message in the song offers a potential solution to the world's problems: the need for empathy and compassion, and the importance of treating others as we would like to be treated.


"Another Man's Shoes" was recorded by The Movement in 2008 and was released on their third studio album, "Set Sail." The song is a reggae-rock number that incorporates elements of soulful and bluesy rock music. The song has received high critical acclaim and has been featured in various media outlets, including the film "The Fourth Phase," directed by Red Bull Media House.


Line by Line Meaning

Steal from 'em when you're late for rent
When you're struggling to pay rent, you resort to stealing from others even though you know that what you take won't be enough to cover your costs.


Knowin' when you get it that it's dated, spent
You're aware that what you steal has lost its value, but you take it anyway out of desperation.


But still you keep on tickin never watchin the game
Despite your hardships, you continue to push forward without paying attention to the fact that you're barely keeping your head above water.


And every day your livin seems almost the same
Your life feels like a repetitive cycle, and it's hard to find any excitement or meaning in it.


Got to keep you head up, hard to breathe down there
It's difficult to stay optimistic when you're at the bottom, struggling to survive.


At the bottom of the ocean baby nobody cares
When you're at your lowest, it can feel like nobody is around to help or even notice your struggles.


But you keep on rollin when they keep on reelin
You persevere even when life keeps throwing obstacles your way.


And if you catch the sun You know you might catch that feelin But you
If you find a moment of happiness, you might feel alive again, but that feeling is fleeting, and you worry that it won't last or happen again.


You never know when that feelin may go
Happiness is unpredictable, and you never know when it will disappear or how long it will stick around.


And sometimes You'll never realize the fire in your eyes
Sometimes, it's hard to see the passion and drive that exists within you, even if it's always been there.


You may never ever walk in another man's shoes
You'll never truly understand someone else's experiences, so it's important to be compassionate and open-minded towards others.


But still you gotta Taken the time find your mind Find a reason to choose
It's crucial to take a step back and reflect on your own life and the choices you make, rather than solely focusing on the struggles of others.


Give to 'em when they want they need
It's important to help others when they're in need, whether they're asking for help or not.


Steppin on the other side watch ya feet
Be cautious when helping others because you never know if they'll take advantage of your kindness and turn against you.


But still ya see G.L.A.S.S.
Despite everything, you still have hope and optimism in your heart.


When you're cut you bleed And everybody knows You can't believe what you read
No one is invincible, and you're just as vulnerable as anyone else. You also can't trust everything you read or hear, and it's important to do your research and think critically.


Got to step aside if ya wrong ya wrong
You have to own up to your mistakes and take accountability for your actions.


But if you turn the other cheek Would we all get along
While forgiveness and empathy towards others are important, it's also essential to stand up for yourself and not let others walk all over you.


It's the same question We all keep crying Or do you know the answer And we all keep denying
Many of us struggle with the same questions and problems in life, but sometimes we pretend we have all the answers, rather than admitting that we're lost too.


6 billion in the world today People fighting and their fussing Earth rottin away
There is a lot of pain and conflict in the world, and our planet is suffering from the consequences of human actions.


Now it's gotten to the point and I was wantin to say Take a minute stop, relax and pause and pray
It's important to take a moment to reflect on your life and the world around you, and to find solace and comfort in prayer or meditation.


You can't dance with the devil in the pale moon light Who's wrong, who's right, you I don't wanna fight you
You can't make deals with those who have malevolent intentions, and arguing over right and wrong is often futile. Rather than fighting, it's better to come to an understanding and find common ground.


Wanna stand tall, gotta be the role model But it's hard to find the answer in the bottom of a bottle
It's important to be a positive influence in the world, but it's difficult to find solutions to problems when you're struggling with addiction or depression.


Let's shed a little light on this situation I got nothing left, but the time I'm wasting.
It's time to take action and address the issues at hand, but it's also important to acknowledge that time is running out and efforts should be prioritized.


I got nothing left to give but the flavor you're tasting
Even if you have very little to offer, whether it's material possessions or emotional support, it's important to do what you can to make a difference in others' lives.


Trying to run fast but the rats are racing And I'm chasing these dreams like I'm chasing these papes Like I'm chasing the times that are changing your fate
It can feel like you're constantly playing catch-up and racing against time, chasing after your dreams and trying to keep up with changing circumstances.


All you need is a lil elbow grease when you're scraping by trying to rise rise til you scrape the sky
When you're struggling, all you need is a bit of elbow grease and a lot of hard work and determination, and you can achieve great things.


So pick me up pick me up get high, high
Despite all the challenges, it's important to find moments of joy and ecstasy, even if they're fleeting or temporary.


So pick me up pick me up get high, high
Reiterated message to find moments of joy and ecstasy despite all the struggles.




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