Get It Together
Us3 Lyrics

Get it together
The singer is urging themselves and the listeners to pull themselves together and start addressing the challenges of life.

Get it together
The singer repeats the same phrase to drive home the point that everyone needs to start living with purpose and direction.

Gotta get it together
Once again, the singer emphasizes the urgency in getting one's life in order before it's too late.

Get it together
Repeating this phrase helps the artist to stay motivated and focused on achieving their goals.

Gotta get it together
The artist stresses that everyone has to find their own way of getting their life on track, no matter how difficult it may seem.

Gotta get it together
The singer repeats this line to encourage everyone to take action and start making positive changes in their life.

Wake up in the morning, get my head on straight
The singer starts their day with an intention to be clear-headed and focused on improving their life.

It's gonna take a minute so I guess you'll have to wait
The artist acknowledges that making significant changes in their life may take time and patience, but they're committed to it.

For this story-telling, city-dwelling sister to prepare
The artist is a resident of the city, and they are preparing themselves for the challenges they will face throughout the day.

Need to fix my face, gotta comb my hair
The artist is taking care of their appearance to make sure they present themselves well in the world.

Back-packed, head-wrapped
The singer is fully equipped to face whatever challenges the day may throw their way.

'Cos it's a cold cold world out there
The artist recognizes that the world can be a harsh and unforgiving place.

If shit ain't together ain't nobody gonna care
The singer understands that if they don't have their life in order, no one will take them seriously or care about their struggles.

Know your mama told you that this life ain't fair
The singer is aware that life is not always fair, and that they have to work hard to overcome obstacles.

But it's in your hands, your destiny is your plan
The singer believes that everyone has the power to shape their own destiny through their actions and choices.

Cos in the city life is faster
The artist is drawing attention to the fast-paced nature of city life.

Master your own destiny or meet disaster
The artist is warning listeners that if they don't take control of their own lives, they will be at the mercy of chance.

You gotta have your head on straight, brothers are slicker
The singer is advising listeners to stay focused and be wary of those who may try to take advantage of them.

Influenced by bright lights, drugs, women and liquor
The singer is pointing out some of the temptations and distractions that can derail someone from their goals.

These streets ain't easy
The artist acknowledges that life in the city can be challenging and difficult.

And the shit that we see
The artist is referring to the harsh realities of life that people living in the city have to confront.

Makes it hard to have faith and be strong and hold on
The artist is acknowledging that the environment can make it difficult for one to have a positive outlook or a sense of perseverance.

Keep hope and one day
The singer urges listeners to hold onto hope and not give up on their dreams.

Change is gonna come
The artist believes that change is possible and that things can get better.

There's so much so bad, so many that never had
The singer recognizes that there are many people who are struggling and who have never had the opportunities or resources to improve their lives.

Survival of the fittest
The singer is acknowledging the harsh reality that only those who are strong and resilient will be able to succeed in the city.

Keeping up with the quickest is the name of the game
The singer is pointing out that it's important to be able to keep up with the fast pace of city life if one wants to succeed.

You're a winner or a loser
The artist is emphasizing that people must choose to either succeed or fail; there is no middle ground.

A giver or a user and ain't it a shame
The artist is pointing out that people can either contribute positively to society or take from it, and it's unfortunate when someone chooses the latter path.

We got to be all we can be
The singer is urging listeners to strive to reach their full potential.

And it's in our hands our destiny is our plan
The singer is once again emphasizing that individuals have control over their own lives and must work hard to achieve their goals.

People people can't you see
The artist is addressing listeners and trying to get their attention.

It's got to stop with you and me
The artist is urging people to take responsibility for their own lives and make positive changes in themselves before trying to change the world.

It's hard enough, it's got to stop
The artist recognizes that life can be difficult, but that people must still strive to make the world a better place.

So much more I gotta reach for
The singer acknowledges that there is always room for improvement and that they will continue to work towards their goals.

It's in our hands, make it our plans
The artist is reminding listeners that they have control over their own lives and must make conscious plans to achieve their goals.