Good
Up Front Lyrics


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This might be your time to show them
That what they believe is wrong
Mediocrity is not a crime and
Everything is nothing when it's gone
Opinions heard but nothing learned
When nobody cares
A good way to fade away
When nobody's there
Along their thin lines of morality must never stray
Toward any true identity without their blindfold
There's so much to see and and every day is
One more day of self discovery
Within their walls of solid emptiness
Must never tell them that you loved
Or why you miss the walls you dented with your bloody fist
In secret hopes of breaking through and running far away
This could be the time to tell them
That you've heard this all before
Adversity has begun its climb
But you know that you've seen it fall before
A stone throw from what they know to be the truth
Just more time to stay behind and follow you
Between their thin lines of humanity
Must always stay forever blind to what you see
Another's axe will fell your strongest tree
Another reason to believe in anonymity
Behind their doors in rooms of hopelessness
Must never tell them that you loved




Or why you miss thekey you once held in your empty fist
In secret hopes of breaking out and running faraway

Overall Meaning

The song "Good" by Up Front is a call to individualism and self-discovery in a world where mediocrity is often celebrated while true identity is suppressed. The lyrics encourage listeners to resist conforming to the expectations of others and to break free from the walls of solid emptiness that confine them. The song speaks to a feeling of isolation and disconnection that many people experience as a result of not being able to express their true selves. The line "Mediocrity is not a crime and everything is nothing when it's gone" speaks to the idea that life is too short to settle for a mediocre existence, and that it is important to strive for something greater.


The lyrics also suggest that those who dare to be different and challenge the status quo will face resistance from society, and may even be punished for their nonconformity. The lines "Another's axe will fell your strongest tree / Another reason to believe in anonymity" suggest a sense of paranoia and fear that comes with being different, and the need to protect oneself by blending in.


Ultimately, the song is a call to action, urging listeners to seize the moment and express themselves before it's too late. It speaks to the idea that life is a journey of self-discovery and that the only way to truly live is to be true to oneself.


Line by Line Meaning

This might be your time to show them
This is an opportunity for you to prove your worth to someone.


That what they believe is wrong
Their beliefs might not be accurate or true.


Mediocrity is not a crime and
Being average is not a punishable offense.


Everything is nothing when it's gone
Material possessions lose their value when they're lost or gone.


Opinions heard but nothing learned
People listen to others' opinions but don't gain any new insights.


When nobody cares
When no one is interested or concerned.


A good way to fade away
A path towards being forgotten or ignored.


When nobody's there
When there is no one to support or help you.


Along their thin lines of morality must never stray
It's important to always stay within their narrow moral boundaries.


Toward any true identity without their blindfold
Don't try to reveal your true self to them, as they're not ready to see it.


There's so much to see and and every day is
Each day holds opportunities to explore and learn new things.


One more day of self discovery
Another chance to learn about yourself and grow as a person.


Within their walls of solid emptiness
Despite appearances, their environment lacks depth and meaning.


Must never tell them that you loved
Don't reveal your feelings of affection towards them.


Or why you miss the walls you dented with your bloody fist
Don't explain why you regret the damage you caused them out of frustration and anger.


In secret hopes of breaking through and running far away
You secretly desire to escape from their sad and empty existence.


This could be the time to tell them
This might be a great opportunity to speak to them.


That you've heard this all before
You're familiar with their usual spiel or story.


Adversity has begun its climb
Challenges have started to arise.


But you know that you've seen it fall before
You've overcome difficulties in the past and can do it again.


A stone throw from what they know to be the truth
They're very close to discovering the truth.


Just more time to stay behind and follow you
They need more time to fully understand and follow you.


Between their thin lines of humanity
Their humanity and empathy is limited and restrained.


Must always stay forever blind to what you see
They'll never be able to perceive things the way you do.


Another's axe will fell your strongest tree
Someone else's actions or decisions may have a huge impact on you.


Another reason to believe in anonymity
It's beneficial to remain anonymous and hidden at times.


Behind their doors in rooms of hopelessness
Their living quarters lack hope and positive energy.


Must never tell them that you loved
Avoid expressing your feelings of affection towards them.


Or why you miss thekey you once held in your empty fist
Don't explain why you miss the key you once held, which represented a sense of control in their environment.


In secret hopes of breaking out and running faraway
You secretly hope to escape from their hopeless and oppressive surroundings.




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Comments from YouTube:

@Skizzores

Ricky Hatton had a great career in boxing. Had memorable nights winning belts, fought at the top level in Vegas. It’s not a long career and I hope he’s proud of his achievements in the ring because we’re all proud of him

@allydign2749

Brilliant episode. Love Ricky’s fights and he comes across as really humble. Hope he understands how appreciated he was by the boxing public and glad to hear he’s found a good space now.

@RB101

Gem of a fighter and just a gem of a guy. Brilliant and open interview and insight into Ricky's mindset through his career and after retirement πŸ‘

@SuperCityMCFC

I was there that night in Manchester Kostya Tszyu fight and I've never been in a better atmosphere we all didn't stop singing for our guy Ricky. Never knew how much it meant to you until this interview, I hope you know how much you mean to us Ricky. Cracking fella and a boxing legend πŸ‘πŸ’™

@geegleed1636

It was so exciting watching Ricky come up through the ranks getting cuts and finishing fights with body shots thanks for all the memories.

@GeorgieWing

Them body shots used to break ribs !

@CheltenhamStud

This was by some way the most honest and unscripted session ive watched. I am pipe and slippers, 59, but ive been through almost the exact same scenario as ricky without having his successes so i totally relate. Excellent words Simon as usual and mr Hatton, you are and always will be a hero of mine.

@louduva9849

Vile PFP. Get it together, 'Cheltenham Stud'.

@CheltenhamStud

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@zcake68

Ricky Hatton is an absolute legend. What a guy

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