Success
Ulysse Lyrics


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time to get time to get right
up to the green light everythings alright
untill you blame me
and then replace me
time to get time to get right
up to the green light everythings alright
untill you blame me
and then replace me
time to get time to get right
up to the green light everythings alright
untill you blame me
and then replace me
time to get time to get right
up to the green light everythings alright
untill you blame me
and then replace me
time to get time to get right
up to the green light everythings alright




untill you blame me
then you replace me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ulysse's song "Success" appear to explore the fleeting and unstable nature of fame and fortune. The repetition of the phrase "time to get time to get right" implies a sense of urgency and pressure to achieve success, which is reinforced by the image of the green light, often associated with reaching a goal or destination. However, the line "until you blame me and then replace me" indicates that success is also fickle and contingent on the approval of others. The cycle of achievement and rejection suggested by the repeated verses highlights the fragility and transience of success.


Furthermore, this song may also touch on the idea of imposter syndrome, as the fear of being replaced implies a feeling of inadequacy or fraudulence. The pressure to succeed and the fear of being replaced can create a toxic and competitive environment, as emphasized by the repetition of the phrase "time to get time to get right". It is possible that the song is a commentary on the cutthroat nature of the music industry and the cost of fame.


Line by Line Meaning

time to get time to get right
It is important to take the time necessary to get things right


up to the green light everythings alright
When everything is going smoothly, it is like getting a green light to proceed


untill you blame me
But problems arise when someone is quick to blame others for their mistakes


and then replace me
Instead of working through difficulties, some people will simply replace others with someone new


then you replace me
This habit of replacing people without making an effort to work through issues is ultimately damaging




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