Make it Count
Making It Count: A Journey of Self-Discovery Through Song
Lyrics
I want my story to count, I want to scream and shout like everyone else
I desire my life's narrative to have significance; I aspire to express myself vociferously, akin to others.
You don't know where I've been, I've been on a bus, finding myself
You are unfamiliar with my experiences; I have traversed a journey, seeking self-discovery, perhaps on a bus.
It's hard to sing when no one is like you
Expressing oneself becomes challenging when there's a lack of similarity or understanding from others.
It's easy to hurt when everyone's confused
Pain is easily felt when surrounded by confusion and misunderstanding from everyone else.
I want to go on tour, share my words and feel seen and heard
I yearn to embark on a tour, share my thoughts, and experience the validation of being noticed and heard.
You don't know how hard it is to show yourself in front of everyone else
Revealing oneself in front of others is a daunting task, emphasizing the difficulty of true self-expression.
It's hard to sing when no one is like you
Expressing oneself through song is challenging when there is a lack of relatability or understanding.
It's easy to hurt when everyone's confused
Amidst confusion, the vulnerability to emotional pain is heightened within a community.
Find a way to set it straight, you don't have to be the same
Advocate for rectifying situations without conforming; individuality is not a hindrance to solidarity.
Find a way to demonstrate, you don't have to act so strange
Encourage finding authentic ways to express oneself without feeling obligated to adopt strange behaviors.
I know it gets so hard
Acknowledges the difficulty encountered in life's journey, implying a sense of empathy or shared experiences.
I want my story to count, I want to scream and shout like everyone else
Reiterates the desire for a meaningful and impactful life story, echoing the sentiment of line #1.
You don't know where I've been, I've been on a bus, finding myself
Reiterating the exploration of personal growth and self-discovery, possibly through travel experiences.
It's hard to sing when no one is like you
Emphasizes the difficulty of singing and expressing oneself when surrounded by individuals who are dissimilar.
It's easy to hurt when everyone's confused
Highlights the ease with which emotional pain can be inflicted in a state of communal confusion.
Things we do for art
Acknowledges the sacrifices made for the sake of art, implying a commitment to the creative process.
Is it for love?
Ponders whether artistic endeavors are driven by love, suggesting a reflection on motivation.
Or is it for ego
Raises the question of whether artistic pursuits stem from ego, exploring the potential motivations behind creativity.
Or is it for our needs
Contemplates whether art is created out of necessity, addressing the fundamental needs fulfilled through creative expression.
Either way, we don't have to be ashamed
Asserts that regardless of motivation, there is no need to feel ashamed about one's artistic pursuits.
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