Pride
gxlden child Lyrics


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You do you
I do me
Yea its all that i need
I need to
Set you free
Yea im watching you leave
Put my pride on the side
For you
Put my pride on the side
For you

You do you
I do me
Yea its all that i need
I need to
Set you free
Yea im watching you leave
Put my pride on the side
For you
Put my pride on the side
For you

Yeah im watching you leave
Put my pride
On the side
Yea im watching you leave
Leave leave leave
Yea im watching
Yea im watching
Yea im watching you leave
Ouh, ouh, ouh




Oh im lost in helladise
Yea im lost in helladise

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Pride" by Gxlden Child are about the conflict between one's pride and their desire to set their loved one free. The singer acknowledges that each person needs to do what is best for them, even if it means they have to part ways. The phrase "you do you, I do me" illustrates the singer's acceptance of the other's individuality and autonomy. They know that it is difficult to let go of someone you love, but sometimes it is the best thing to do for both parties' growth and happiness. By putting their pride aside, they show that they have learned the lesson of selflessness, and it will ultimately make them stronger.


The repetitive nature of the lyrics in "Pride" emphasizes the importance of the message, reminding the listener to put their pride aside when needed. The melody is upbeat and harmonious, which contrasts with the emotional subject matter of the song. It highlights the idea that even though the singer is letting go of someone, they are doing so with positivity, love, and grace.


Overall, "Pride" by Gxlden Child is a powerful song about the value of sacrifice and the courage to move forward when it is time. It teaches us that love is not just about wanting someone to be with us, but also about wanting the best for them even if it means letting them go.


Line by Line Meaning

You do you
I respect your decisions to do what you feel is best for you.


I do me
I will do what is best for me in my own life.


Yea its all that i need
I am content with just being myself and doing what I believe in.


I need to
It is necessary for me to do this action.


Set you free
I want you to have the freedom to do what you need to do for yourself.


Yea im watching you leave
I am aware that you are leaving and I respect your decision.


Put my pride on the side
I am willing to put aside my own pride and ego for the sake of someone else.


For you
I am making this sacrifice specifically for your benefit.


Yeah im watching you leave
I am still observing and noticing that you are leaving.


Leave leave leave
This repetition emphasizes the fact that the person is truly leaving.


Yea im watching
I am still paying attention to everything that is happening.


Yea im watching you leave
I am still watching you leave and acknowledging that it is happening.


Ouh, ouh, ouh
This is likely an expression of sadness or pain.


Oh im lost in helladise
The repetition of this line suggests that the singer is feeling lost and confused in a difficult situation.




Writer(s): Deimas Rasla, Marc-anthony Balian

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