Gone Gone Gone
You Am I Lyrics


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Been living underwater but I sure dug the sea
But no-one could hear me out when I leant back to scream

Coming through the shelves to live in the dirt
To keep from the sun, to keep from getting hurt
Gettin' gone

You got a lot to learn
Ahh got a lot to learn from getting
Gone gone gone

Been feeding on contributions from the folks on the bridge
Throw the scraps on out when they need a trip

So I flap my tail and give a high-pitched squeak
Just so they could leave me in between the rocks to sleep
Gettin' gone

I wasted so much time that I
Oh wouldn't swap the line of getting
Gone gone gone
You got a lot to learn
Ahh got a lot to learn from getting
Gone gone gone

I don't know where the sadness starts
'Coz I'm so happy I could die
Just give me long enough to live
Yeah an' it's only when I fly

I wasted so much time that I
Oh wouldn't swap the line of getting
Gone gone gone
You got a lot to learn




Ahh got a lot to learn from getting
Gone gone gone

Overall Meaning

The opening lyrics of "Been living underwater but I sure dug the sea" depict an individual who is struggling with their life's journey. It is as if the person has allowed themselves to sink metaphorically and is stuck in a deep and dark place. The line "But no-one could hear me out when I leant back to scream" signifies that the person has made an effort to make themselves heard in the past, yet it's gone unheard. In the next set of lyrics "Coming through the shelves to live in the dirt, to keep from the sun, to keep from getting hurt," the metaphorical use of shelves that the person is coming through is a reference to the constraints of society. The individual has felt compelled to stay hidden and avoid exposure to the outside world due to fear of getting hurt or experiencing pain.


The theme of the song is about breaking free from self-doubt and nurturing one's self-discovery. The lyrics suggest that the individual has begun exploring their options and is looking towards self-discovery or finding one's self. The phrase, "Gettin' gone" is repeated throughout the song and is a reference to the process of letting go of emotional and mental baggage to start afresh.


Line by Line Meaning

Been living underwater but I sure dug the sea
I have been living a life that feels suffocating, but I still appreciate the beauty around me.


But no-one could hear me out when I leant back to scream
Despite feeling trapped, no one understands or hears my cries for help.


Coming through the shelves to live in the dirt
I have descended into a hidden world to protect myself from harm and danger.


To keep from the sun, to keep from getting hurt
I am avoiding emotional pain and harm by hiding away from the world.


Gettin' gone
I am preparing to leave this current state of being behind.


You got a lot to learn
There is much knowledge and understanding to be gained.


Ahh got a lot to learn from getting
By leaving behind old patterns and ways of being, I can learn and grow.


Gone gone gone
It's time to move on and leave the past behind.


Been feeding on contributions from the folks on the bridge
I have been relying on others for my own survival and well-being.


Throw the scraps on out when they need a trip
Once those who helped me no longer have use for me, they discard me.


So I flap my tail and give a high-pitched squeak
I try to demonstrate my worth and usefulness to others.


Just so they could leave me in between the rocks to sleep
Despite my efforts to prove myself, I am still abandoned and forgotten.


I don't know where the sadness starts
I am unsure of the root of my sadness and pain.


'Coz I'm so happy I could die
Despite my struggles, there are moments of happiness and joy that feel overwhelming.


Just give me long enough to live
I just need more time to experience and enjoy life.


Yeah an' it's only when I fly
Only by breaking free of my current state can I truly experience and live life to the fullest.


I wasted so much time that I
I have spent too much time in a negative and unfulfilling state.


Oh wouldn't swap the line of getting
I wouldn't exchange the experience of leaving behind my old life and starting anew.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: TIM ADRIAN ROGERS

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