Gotta Go My Own Way
Zac Efron Lyrics


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Troy
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I gotta say what's on my mind
Something about us doesn't seem right these days
Life keeps getting in the way
Whenever we try, somehow the plan
Is always rearranged

It's so hard to say
But I've gotta do what's best for me
You'll be okay

I've got to move on and be who I am
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now
I gotta go my own way (own way)

Don't wanna leave it all behind
But I get my hopes up and I watch them fall every time
Another color turns to gray
And it's just too hard to watch it all
Slowly fade away

I'm leavin' today
'Cause I gotta do what's best for me
You'll be okay

I've got to move on and be who I am
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now
I gotta go my own way

What about us?
What about everything we've been through?
What about trust?
You know I never wanted to hurt you

And what about me?
What am I supposed to do?
I gotta leave but I'll miss you, oh

So, I've got to move on and be who I am (why do you have to go?)
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand (I'm trying to understand)
We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now (I want you to stay)
I gotta go my own way

I've got to move on and be who I am (what about us?)
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand (I'm trying to understand)
We might find a place in this world someday (world someday)
But at least for now
I gotta go my own way




I gotta go my own way
I gotta go my own way

Overall Meaning

The song "Gotta Go My Own Way" by Zac Efron is a breakup song that reflects on the challenges that the two people in the relationship have been facing. The singer, Troy, feels that something is not working out between him and his partner, that Life keeps getting in the way, and whenever they both try, things never go according to plan. Troy feels that he needs to be true to himself and that he does not belong in this current situation. However, Troy is aware of the pain that he will cause to his partner by leaving and, therefore, tries to justify his decision by assuring his partner that he/she will be okay.


The chorus of the song essentially focuses on the fact that Troy must follow his dreams and become who he is meant to be, even if that means he has to leave his current situation behind. The emotional impact of the chorus is heightened by the use of repetition, ensuring that the listener understands that this isn't just a passing whim. The second part of the song specifically addresses the reasons why Troy needs to leave his partner. Every time hope springs up that things will work out, something happens that causes him to lose that hope. The imagery used is quite evocative - color turns to grey, and things slowly fade away. The audience can feel Troy's deep sense of sadness and recognize how challenging it must be for him to break up.


Overall, the song speaks to anyone who has struggled with a relationship that has not gone as planned, where the only solution is to move on and start anew.


Line by Line Meaning

I gotta say what's on my mind
I need to express my thoughts honestly.


Something about us doesn't seem right these days
Our relationship is not working out like before.


Life keeps getting in the way
Our busy lives are preventing us from reconciling our differences.


Whenever we try, somehow the plan is always rearranged
Our attempts to fix things always fall apart due to external factors.


It's so hard to say
I am struggling to communicate this difficult decision.


But I've gotta do what's best for me
I need to prioritize my own well-being.


You'll be okay
I have confidence in your ability to move on without me.


I've got to move on and be who I am
I need to discover my own identity and purpose.


I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
I feel disconnected and out of place in this relationship.


We might find a place in this world someday
There is still hope for us to reconcile in the future.


But at least for now
For the time being, I need to go my own way.


Don't wanna leave it all behind
I am hesitant to abandon everything we have built together.


But I get my hopes up and I watch them fall every time
My optimism about resolving our issues has repeatedly led to disappointment.


Another color turns to gray
Another aspect of our relationship loses its vibrancy and fades away.


And it's just too hard to watch it all slowly fade away
Seeing our relationship deteriorate is emotionally difficult for me.


I'm leaving today
I am making the decision to end this relationship now.


'Cause I gotta do what's best for me
I need to prioritize my own happiness and well-being.


You'll be okay
I am confident that you will be able to cope without me.


What about us?
I am questioning the future of our relationship.


What about everything we've been through?
I am reminiscing about the experiences we shared together.


What about trust?
I am acknowledging that trust is an important component of our relationship.


You know I never wanted to hurt you
I am emphasizing that my decision is not intended to cause you pain.


And what about me?
I am acknowledging the impact of this decision on myself.


What am I supposed to do?
I am feeling uncertain and conflicted about the situation.


I gotta leave but I'll miss you, oh
I am expressing my sadness and regret about leaving you behind.


So, I've got to move on and be who I am (why do you have to go?)
I need to pursue my own goals and aspirations, regardless of the impact on our relationship.


I just don't belong here, I hope you understand (I'm trying to understand)
I feel like our relationship is not fulfilling my needs, and I hope you can empathize with my perspective.


We might find a place in this world someday (world someday)
There is still a chance for us to have a future together.


I gotta go my own way
I need to pursue my own path and make this difficult decision.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Adam Watts, Andrew Dodd

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Letra del temazo:

Troy
Listen
I gotta say what's on my mind
Something about us
Doesn't seem right these days
Life keeps getting in the way
Whenever we try, somehow the plan
Is always rearranged
It's so hard to say
But I gotta do what's best for me
You'll be okay
I've go to move on and be who I am
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now, I gotta go my own way
(Own way)
Don't wanna leave it all behind
But I get my hopes up
And I watch them fall every time
Another color turns to gray
And it's just too hard to watch it all
Slowly fade away
I'm leaving today
'Cause I gotta do what's best for me
You'll be okay
I've got to move on and be who I am
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now, I gotta go my own way
What about us?
What about everything we've been through?
What about trust?
You know I never wanted to hurt you
And what about me?
What am I supposed to do?
I gotta leave but I'll miss you
So, I've got to move on and be who I am
(Why do you have to go?)
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
(I'm trying to understand)
We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now (I want you to stay)
I wanna go my own way
I've got to move on and be who I am
(What about us?)
I just don't belong here, I hope you understand
(I'm trying to understand)
We might find a place in this world someday
But at least for now, I gotta go my own way
I gotta go my own way
I gotta go my own way



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Gabriella's mom waiting in the car: 🙄

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@hypnotiq.rodriguez

Gabriellas Mom is like”hurry up or I’m going my own way”

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Gabriella in every HSM movie: Aight, imma head out.

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But came back the next day

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