Joy
ionnalee Lyrics


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Treacherous way of life
For the fool and the wise
Big rewards for the brave
Punishment so they'll behave, behave

Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from my innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from my innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

There were calls and demands
To become one of them
Gave me life on one condition
I owe them this, I owe them vision

Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from my innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from my innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast
(Of joy)
(Game of fire)




Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of ionnalee's song "Joy" seem to be about the challenges and rewards of life. The first verse speaks of the "treacherous way of life" that both the foolish and the wise must navigate. The brave are rewarded, while punishment is meted out to keep everyone in line. It speaks to the idea that life is not always fair, but the risks we take can lead to great rewards.


The chorus seems to be a call to action, asking the listener to "play with me the game of fire" and "join the loud and heartfelt choir." The sound of joy is coming from the artist's "innermost" and is "sprung from north, coast to coast." The repetition of this message in the chorus seems to emphasize that joy can be found everywhere, and that it is worth working for.


The third verse speaks of external pressure to conform or be a part of a group. The artist was given life on the condition that she owes them vision. This could be interpreted as the idea that we all owe something to society, or that we need other people in our lives to help us see things clearly.


The overall message of the song seems to be that life is both difficult and rewarding, and that joy can be found in unexpected places. It encourages the listener to take risks and to seek out experiences that will lead to personal growth and fulfillment.


Line by Line Meaning

Treacherous way of life
Life is full of pitfalls and dangers.


For the fool and the wise
These pitfalls affect everyone, regardless of intelligence or experience.


Big rewards for the brave
Taking risks can lead to significant positive outcomes.


Punishment so they'll behave, behave
However, taking risks also has consequences, and these consequences are often used as a deterrent.


Play with me the game of fire
Let's take risks together.


Join the loud and heartfelt choir
Let's be passionate and enthusiastic about life.


This is the sound of joy
This is what it feels like to be happy and fulfilled.


Coming from my innermost
Happiness comes from within.


Sprung from north, coast to coast
This happiness is universal and can be found anywhere.


There were calls and demands
Society tells us we should conform to certain standards.


To become one of them
We are expected to fit in and be like everyone else.


Gave me life on one condition
In return for acceptance, we are asked to sacrifice our identity and values.


I owe them this, I owe them vision
We feel indebted to conform to society's expectations, even if it means sacrificing our own desires and dreams.


(Of joy)
This is a reminder that happiness is what truly matters.


(Game of fire)
Taking risks and challenging ourselves is key to finding happiness.


Coming from your innermost
You can find happiness within yourself, too.


Sprung from north, coast to coast
Happiness is universal and can be found anywhere, even in the darkest of times.




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Moonkin

Lyrics :
[Verse 1]
Treacherous way of life
For the fool and the wise
Big rewards for the brave
Punishment so they'll behave, behave

[Chorus]
Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast
Play with me the game of fire
Join the land in heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

[Verse 2]
There were calls and demands
To become one of them
Gave me life on one condition
(I owe them reason, I owe them vision)

[Chorus]
Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast
Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

[Outro]
Of joy
Coming from your inner most
Sprung from north, coast to coast



All comments from YouTube:

TheNehellenia

She did THAT yet again. These visuals got me shievering.

valter piroli

Yea

Moonkin

Lyrics :
[Verse 1]
Treacherous way of life
For the fool and the wise
Big rewards for the brave
Punishment so they'll behave, behave

[Chorus]
Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast
Play with me the game of fire
Join the land in heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

[Verse 2]
There were calls and demands
To become one of them
Gave me life on one condition
(I owe them reason, I owe them vision)

[Chorus]
Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast
Play with me the game of fire
Join the loud and heartfelt choir
This is the sound of joy
Coming from your innermost
Sprung from north, coast to coast

[Outro]
Of joy
Coming from your inner most
Sprung from north, coast to coast

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Růven

I could never get enough of her. Living masterpiece. 💚☄

Edson Braz

Pelo que vejo o fandom da ionna é brasileiro
Nunca vi tanto brasileiro num lugar só hahaaha
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Thales Rodrigues

Edson Braz Sim kkkkk ela tem mais fãs brasileiros

Edson Braz

Thales Rodrigues que sucesso! Espero que ela saiba disso e marque logo sua viagem pro Brasil! Todos esperamos por ela!

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Dona do Brasil desde antes de 1500.

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