Body of Work
The Mynabirds Lyrics


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Before you get out I want you to know
You get so many lives in just this one
Sometimes you're a roller
Sometimes you're the stone
Sometimes you're an avalanche in whole

But you can be wild horses on that hill
You can be wild horses
You can stop at will
And you will

Before you get out on your one way
I've got a ticket waiting for you under any name
You can be holy or a roller, oh anything
But whatever you choose — stay

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can't go back and undo it
You're not a knot you're not a dead end
Don't ever forget
You're a living thing

"Freedom is what you do with what
With what's been done to you"

Before you lay down in this place
Remember you can see a blackbird a thousand ways
You can be a soldier, you can be the snow
Under the boots of an army with miles to go

And you can be white horses on that hill
You can be white horses
You can carry heaven until

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can't go back and undo it
You're not a knot you're not another dead end
Don't ever forget

You are a body of work
You are a body of work
You are a body of work
Edit it

You are electric
You are electric
You are electric
So sing it

You are a body of work
You are a body of work
You are a body of work
Edit it

You are electric
You are electric
You are electric

"Freedom is what you do with what
With what's been done to you"
"Freedom is what you do with what
With what's been done to you"




"Freedom is what you do with what
With what's been done to you"

Overall Meaning

The song "Body of Work" by The Mynabirds highlights the importance of embracing one's individuality and making the most of life's opportunities. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer urging the subject to recognize the many opportunities they have in life. The lyrics "sometimes you're a roller, sometimes you're the stone" suggest that life is full of ups and downs, but it's up to the individual to take control and make the most of every situation.


The chorus emphasizes the idea that the subject can be whatever they want to be, whether it's "wild horses on that hill" or "white horses on that hill." The repetition of "you are a body of work" drives the message home that the subject is a unique and valuable individual with something to offer.


The bridge of the song includes several quotes about freedom, emphasizing the idea that the subject has the power to make choices and shape their own life. The final lines of the song, "you are electric, so sing it," encourage the subject to express themselves fully and truly embrace their unique identity.


Line by Line Meaning

Before you get out I want you to know
I want to tell you something before you leave.


You get so many lives in just this one
You have the potential to live many different lives within your current one.


Sometimes you're a roller
Sometimes you take control of the situation.


Sometimes you're the stone
Sometimes you let others take control of the situation.


Sometimes you're an avalanche in whole
Sometimes you completely overwhelm everything around you.


But you can be wild horses on that hill
You have the ability to be free and unrestrained.


You can be wild horses
You can be free and unrestrained.


You can stop at will
You have control over your own actions and can stop if needed.


And you will
You will be able to stop if needed.


Before you get out on your one way
Before you continue on your journey alone.


I've got a ticket waiting for you under any name
I have a spot for you no matter what name you go by.


You can be holy or a roller, oh anything
You can be whatever you want, whether it's good or bad.


But whatever you choose — stay
Just make sure you stick around.


Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
The past is unchangeable.


You can't go back and undo it
You cannot change the events that have already taken place.


You're not a knot you're not a dead end
You are not stuck and have the ability to move forward.


Don't ever forget
Remember this always.


You're a living thing
You are a being that is alive and constantly changing.


"Freedom is what you do with what
The concept of freedom revolves around what you choose to do with the life that you have been given.


With what's been done to you"
No matter what has happened in the past or what circumstances you are currently in, you still have the power to make your own choices.


Before you lay down in this place
Before you accept being stuck or giving up.


Remember you can see a blackbird a thousand ways
Even small things can be seen and interpreted differently depending on your perspective.


You can be a soldier, you can be the snow
You have the ability to be strong and withstand pressure, or delicate and gentle depending on what is needed at the time.


Under the boots of an army with miles to go
You can be strong and endure even in the face of difficulty or adversity.


And you can be white horses on that hill
You can be pure and graceful.


You can carry heaven until
You have the power to bring lightness and positivity with you.


You are a body of work
Your whole being is a product of the experiences, choices, and actions you have taken.


Edit it
You have the power to change and improve yourself.


You are electric
You are vibrant and full of energy.


So sing it
Be proud and share your individuality with the world.


"Freedom is what you do with what
The concept of freedom revolves around what you choose to do with the life that you have been given.


With what's been done to you"
No matter what has happened in the past or what circumstances you are currently in, you still have the power to make your own choices.


"Freedom is what you do with what
The concept of freedom revolves around what you choose to do with the life that you have been given.


With what's been done to you"
No matter what has happened in the past or what circumstances you are currently in, you still have the power to make your own choices.


"Freedom is what you do with what
The concept of freedom revolves around what you choose to do with the life that you have been given.


With what's been done to you"
No matter what has happened in the past or what circumstances you are currently in, you still have the power to make your own choices.




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Marilyn Michelle C SAWS 🧭

Body of Work Lyrics

Before you get out I want you to know
You get so many lives in just this one
Sometimes you’re a roller
Sometimes you’re the stone
Sometimes you’re an avalanche in whole

But you can be wild horses on that hill
You can be wild horses
You can stop at will
And you will


Before you get out on your one way
I’ve got a ticket waiting for you under any name
You can be holy or a roller, oh anything
But whatever you choose — stay

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can’t go back and undo it
You’re not a knot you’re not a dead end
Don’t ever forget
You’re a living thing

“Freedom is what you do with what
With what’s been done to you”

Before you lay down in this place
Remember you can see a blackbird
A thousand ways
You can be a soldier
You can be the snow
Under the boots of an army with miles to go

And you can be white horses on that hill
You can be white horses
You can carry heaven until

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can’t go back and undo it
You’re not a knot you’re not a dead end
Don’t ever forget

You are a body of work —
Edit it
You are electric —
So sing it

“Freedom is what you do with what
With what’s been done to you”
~ Genius



Marilyn Michelle C SAWS 🧭

đŸ€” A Mynahbird is the first I recall as a child. It would call out and whistle:

"Vanya. VANYA! Here boy. "

When the dog would come, he'd immediately be scolded:

"Bad dog!"

💃đŸ“ČđŸ€–đŸ’ƒ I forget what I saw in correlation within the last years; possibly Russia?

đŸ„” I seriously need to take a break here and check on that circuit breaker. 😖 Balance was off last time I briefly got up. I'm really NOT into trying to climb over and through so much STUFF right now to reach the fuse box. đŸ’ƒđŸ€·â€â™€ïžđŸ€Šâ€â™€ïžđŸ’—đŸ’ƒ



Marilyn Michelle C SAWS 🧭

Body of Work Lyrics

Before you get out I want you to know
You get so many lives in just this one
Sometimes you’re a roller
Sometimes you’re the stone
Sometimes you’re an avalanche in whole

But you can be wild horses on that hill
You can be wild horses
You can stop at will
And you will


Before you get out on your one way
I’ve got a ticket waiting for you under any name
You can be holy or a roller, oh anything
But whatever you choose — stay

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can’t go back and undo it
You’re not a knot you’re not a dead end
Don’t ever forget
You’re a living thing

“Freedom is what you do with what
With what’s been done to you”

Before you lay down in this place
Remember you can see a blackbird
A thousand ways
You can be a soldier
You can be the snow
Under the boots of an army with miles to go

And you can be white horses on that hill
You can be white horses
You can carry heaven until

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can’t go back and undo it
You’re not a knot you’re not a dead end
Don’t ever forget

You are a body of work —
Edit it
You are electric —
So sing it

“Freedom is what you do with what
With what’s been done to you”
~ Genius



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Marilyn Michelle C SAWS 🧭

Body of Work Lyrics

Before you get out I want you to know
You get so many lives in just this one
Sometimes you’re a roller
Sometimes you’re the stone
Sometimes you’re an avalanche in whole

But you can be wild horses on that hill
You can be wild horses
You can stop at will
And you will


Before you get out on your one way
I’ve got a ticket waiting for you under any name
You can be holy or a roller, oh anything
But whatever you choose — stay

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can’t go back and undo it
You’re not a knot you’re not a dead end
Don’t ever forget
You’re a living thing

“Freedom is what you do with what
With what’s been done to you”

Before you lay down in this place
Remember you can see a blackbird
A thousand ways
You can be a soldier
You can be the snow
Under the boots of an army with miles to go

And you can be white horses on that hill
You can be white horses
You can carry heaven until

Yesterday happened just exactly as it did
You can’t go back and undo it
You’re not a knot you’re not a dead end
Don’t ever forget

You are a body of work —
Edit it
You are electric —
So sing it

“Freedom is what you do with what
With what’s been done to you”
~ Genius

Tamiris Cristina

OMG! NĂŁo creio que vou ficar sem Gossip Girl. Irei sentir saudades sempre. AlĂ©m da Ăłtima trama, personagens, estilo e etc., tinha uma Ăłtima trilha sonora, como essa mĂșsica. We always love you. XOXO. Gossip Girl. rsrsrs

JoĂŁo Neto

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Mr Frumpy

This song sounds like it could be from any decade since the 70's

Dan Hruska

"The Upper East Side was like something from Fitzgerald or Thackeray. Teenagers acting like adults, adults acting like teenagers..."

BenDalkissoon

i wish my birthday party was exactly like this. maybe 10 times longer

Kyraeme

“Freedom is what you do with what with what’s been done to you” - YESSS

CalzonaDays

Grey's Anatomy too. Love this song

Samrat Sharma

I know it's 7 years later but which episode do you remember

CalzonaDays

@Samrat Sharma Season 9 Episode 1. The Episode was called Going Going Gone

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