You Gotta Believe
The Rocket Summer Lyrics


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Sir, excuse my rudeness
But I believe that I know somethin' that you don't
Because you are talkin' down to me, like you think I know nothing.
And I wont allow it, this promise prowess,
Though I respect you, even through the prejudice.
You're blind leadin' blind's not hard to see, yeah

You gotta believe
Oh yeah
Don't fear, don't break it
You gotta be free (Ah, ah)
I hope your blinded eyes will see

You can ask me anythin'
I may not know the answers to everythin'
Nor I won't before I can do is speak from my heart
A vapid sentiment
And I won't be clever, with your endeavor
All tryin' to prove me wrong, I will remember
You're blind leadin' blind's not hard to see, yeah

You gotta believe
Oh yeah
Don't fear, don't break it
You gotta be free (Ah, ah)
I hope your blinded eyes will see

You gotta believe
Oh yeah
D-Don't fear, don't break it
You gotta be free (Ah, ah)
I hope your blinded eyes will see, Yeah

Ah Ah

Whatever the cost, whatever I lost
Whatever I gained, whatever I fought
I knew I was tested, and I am the furthest
From what you think it is worth it

You gotta believe
Oh alright
Don't fear, don't break it
You gotta be free (Ah, ah)
I hoped your blinded eyes will see

You gotta believe
Yeah
D-D-Don't fear, don't break it
You gotta be free (You gotta believe)
Don't, don't let him hold you down

C'mon, c'mon, sing it

Whoa whoa, whoa whoa, whoa whoa
Whoa whoa, whoa whoa, whoa whoa

Yeah

Oh, I hope my eyes will see




You gotta believe
Whoa whoa, whoa whoa, yeah

Overall Meaning

In "You Gotta Believe", The Rocket Summer addresses the issue of being talked down to by someone who believes they know everything. The song speaks of the importance of self-belief and being free from the opinions of others. "Sir, excuse my rudeness / But I believe that I know somethin' that you don't" shows the singer challenging the authority figure who is undermining them. They refuse to be held back by this negative energy, saying "I won't be clever, with your endeavor / All tryin' to prove me wrong, I will remember". Instead, they choose to focus on their own beliefs, taking control of their own path and their own destiny.


The chorus is a call to action, urging listeners to believe in themselves, to not be afraid, and to break free from the constraints of others' opinions. The repeated statement "You gotta believe" emphasizes the importance of self-confidence and self-assurance. The final lines "C'mon, c'mon, sing it / Whoa whoa, whoa whoa, whoa whoa / Yeah / Oh, I hope my eyes will see / You gotta believe" show a strong sense of unity, encouraging everyone to join in and believe in themselves together.


Overall, "You Gotta Believe" is an upbeat, motivating song that encourages listeners to believe in themselves in the face of negativity and doubt. It speaks to the experience of many who have been belittled or undermined, and shows the power of self-belief to overcome these obstacles.


Line by Line Meaning

Sir, excuse my rudeness
I acknowledge that I may come across as impolite or disrespectful, but I want to express my disagreement.


But I believe that I know somethin' that you don't
I have a unique perspective that differs from yours, and I believe it is worth considering.


Because you are talkin' down to me, like you think I know nothing.
You are condescending and dismissive of my thoughts and opinions.


And I wont allow it, this promise prowess,
I am confident in my abilities and won't let your attitude undermine my self-assurance.


Though I respect you, even through the prejudice.
Despite our differences and any prejudice you may harbor against me, I still have respect for you.


You're blind leadin' blind's not hard to see, yeah
You are following a flawed path or mindset, and it is clear to me that it won't lead to success.


You gotta believe
Having confidence in yourself is essential in achieving what you desire.


Don't fear, don't break it
Don't let fear of failure hold you back from pursuing your goals.


You gotta be free (Ah, ah)
True freedom comes from believing in yourself and not limiting your potential.


I hope your blinded eyes will see
I wish that you'll one day recognize and appreciate the value in my perspective.


You can ask me anythin'
I am open to any questions and willing to explain my ideas further.


I may not know the answers to everythin'
I don't claim to know everything, and I am aware there may be gaps in my knowledge.


Nor I won't before I can do is speak from my heart
I can only express my thoughts and feelings authentically, even if they conflict with prevailing beliefs or ideas.


A vapid sentiment
Empty, meaningless words that lack substance or conviction.


And I won't be clever, with your endeavor
I won't try to manipulate or deceive you to win an argument; my words and ideas stand on their own merit.


All tryin' to prove me wrong, I will remember
If you persist in trying to discredit or disregard my ideas, I won't forget it.


Whatever the cost, whatever I lost
No matter the price I must pay or the sacrifices I may have to make, I am committed to my beliefs.


Whatever I gained, whatever I fought
Regardless of what rewards or recognition I may receive or the challenges I may face, I stand by my convictions.


I knew I was tested, and I am the furthest
I have endured challenges and obstacles, but they have only strengthened my resolve and distinguished me from those who give up.


From what you think it is worth it
I understand that you may not think my ideas or perspective are valuable, but I disagree.


D-Don't fear, don't break it
Don't be afraid to pursue your dreams and don't let setbacks discourage you.


Don't, don't let him hold you down
Don't let someone else's negativity or pessimism prevent you from achieving your goals.


C'mon, c'mon, sing it
Encouraging listeners to join in and embrace the message of self-confidence and freedom.


Whoa whoa, whoa whoa, whoa whoa
Repetitive sounds expressing excitement and energy.


Oh, I hope my eyes will see
Expressing a desire for greater insight and understanding.


You gotta believe
Reiterating the importance of self-assurance and confidence.


Yeah
Simple interjection signifying enthusiasm or agreement.




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Comments from YouTube:

Noemaw

Love The Rocket Summer! They're so great, and that they let their fans be in this video makes them even better!!

Inspiration Motivation

TRS music is so uplifting. I can be in the worst mood but when i hear the songs I just smile.

Samwise Treebeard

This song pretty much speaks for itself. Bryce Avary is amazing, plain and simple.

anash258

I love this song and video! It's like we gotta believe that one day a band that we really like will noticed us. Who knows..

Amanda Schutt

Bryce is the one who's got so much love in him. He's so positive, and I really don't know how to explain how happy his music makes me. He's original. <3

Miwa

It was a pleasure to be a part of this video, it came out beautifully! <3

Mick Schulz

I'm a huge fan of Bryce Avery and what he does. This video is just another example of how he shows that he loves his fans, and that he cares for them.

Snazzy Paradise

That's soooo awesome how they included the fans in the video. That's amaazing!!

TheGrandSkii

This video is so amazing... whoever edited this is gold.

Katherine Trujillo

Me encanto!!! este chico tiene futuro!! Very very good!!

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