It's Not Over
The Starship Lyrics


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We don't call the shots here
We don't make the rules
We take what we get, get what we can
And it's learning the hard way
Here on the streets
You can't build a dream, without a plan
(Passion speaks) Let them hear you speak
(Play for keeps) They play to win, we play for keeps

[Chorus]
It's not over 'til it's over
It's not over 'til we get it right

The odds are against us
They say we don't stand a chance
But there's no giving up, no giving in
When push comes to shove
You got to fight for what you love
You do what you must, do what you can

(Passion speaks) Let them hear you speak
(Play for keeps) They play to win, we play for keeps

It's not over 'til it's over (It's not over)
It's not over 'til we get it right
It's not over 'til it's over (Don't go giving in)
It's not over 'til we get it right

The odds are against us
But you know we still stand a chance
But there's no giving up, no giving in
It's not over

It's not over 'til it's over
It's not over 'til we, 'til we, 'til we get it right
It's not over 'til it's over
It's not over 'til we, 'til we, 'til we get it right




It's not over 'til it's over
Don't go giving in now

Overall Meaning

The Starship's song It's Not Over talks about perseverance and determination in the face of adversity. The lyrics convey the message that life is tough, and one can't always win, but the key is to keep trying until you get it right. The song begins by acknowledging that we don't control everything in our lives and that sometimes we must take things as they come. However, the lyrics go on to suggest that this doesn't mean we should give up. We must plan and work hard, even if it means taking risks to achieve our dreams.


The main message of the song is reinforced in the chorus – "It's not over 'til it's over. It's not over 'til we get it right." The odds may be against us, and others may doubt us, but we can't let that discourage us. In the face of adversity, we must fight for what we believe in and never give up. The song uses passion and determination to inspire people to keep going, even when it seems impossible.


In conclusion, The Starship's It's Not Over is a motivational song that encourages listeners to persevere in the face of difficulty. It conveys the message of hope, determination, and resilience.


Line by Line Meaning

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Pay attention to what we're about to say


We don't call the shots here
We're not in control of the situation


We don't make the rules
We're not the ones setting the guidelines


We take what we get, get what we can
Our choices are limited and we have to make the most of what we have


And it's learning the hard way
We've had to experience difficulties and challenges to understand this reality


Here on the streets
This is the brutal reality of everyday life


You can't build a dream without a plan
Success requires careful planning and strategy


(Passion speaks) Let them hear you speak
Speak with conviction and passion


(Play for keeps) They play to win, we play for keeps
We are determined to succeed at all costs, unlike our opponents who are just playing for fun


It's not over 'til it's over
We will not give up until we have succeeded


It's not over 'til we get it right
Success will only come when we have perfected our approach


The odds are against us
The chances of success are low


They say we don't stand a chance
Our opponents believe we are destined to fail


But there's no giving up, no giving in
We will not back down


When push comes to shove
When the situation becomes difficult


You got to fight for what you love
We are passionate about our goals and will fight to achieve them


You do what you must, do what you can
We will do whatever it takes to succeed


Don't go giving in now
We must continue to fight and not give up




Lyrics © SODRAC, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: GALDSTON, NEVIL, VAN TONGEREN

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@gcHK47

The 80s always has the best guitar solos.

@27clubband74

best music era ever

@bigmaxy07

I was an 80's teenager and 1987 was probably the best year of all of them. You had Starship, Toto, Foreigner, Duran Duran, Michael Jackson, Huey Lewis, Cheap Trick all completely killing it and at their peak, to name a few. And then on the metal side it was equally as wild with Bon Jovi , Whitesnake, Priest, Cinderella, Guns n Roses. All this I was 16 and right in the middle of this musical hurricane.

@shippermd

Add Simple Minds to that...🥰

@livehealthyberich3160

Absolutely brother…Billy Idol, VanHalen, Bryan Adams, Tina Turner, Bruce Springsteen, Scorpions, Genesis….and like you say…between so many good bands

@Morganasnotarobot0

And so MANY GREAT Artists! phenomenal!

@Morganasnotarobot0

​@@livehealthyberich3160 🥰🎼😭As they say Legends Never❤️Die🎼Rockn! SweetCheers!

@wilhelmklieschnikov7185

I was into Slayer, D.R.I, Misfits, Dead Kennedys, Septic Death, Dr.Know, ill Repute, etc. And also still liked "radio/ Mtv" music. 1987 Freshman year! Miss it.

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@michaelnicholson1295

No one can forget Grace Slick. One of the best female rock voices of all time !

@Navops1067

Except that’s Mickey Thomas singing the lead on this song.

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