Hit the Ground Running
Breaking Free: Carly Johnson's Empowering Journey
Lyrics
A women’s only good as her word
A woman's value is determined by her integrity and trustworthiness.
I said I’d leave long ago
The speaker had previously intended to leave but hasn't done so yet.
Well I’m still here and I’m still waiting
The speaker is still present and patiently waiting despite the earlier intention to leave.
And I’m still learning to say “No!”
The speaker is learning to assert herself and say "No" to unwanted situations.
I’ve given him my self-respect
The speaker sacrificed her self-respect for the relationship.
I’ve given him my self-esteem
The speaker sacrificed her self-esteem in the relationship.
I’ve given up the fantasy
The speaker gave up the illusion that the partner loves her more than it appears.
That he loves me more than it may seem
The speaker acknowledges the disparity between the partner's actions and professed love.
It’s time to cut my ties (these are all that hold me)
The speaker recognizes the need to sever emotional ties that bind her.
Time to Hit The Ground Running (time to Hit The Ground Running)
It's time to decisively move on and face life's challenges head-on.
I see it in his eyes (leave before he scolds me)
The speaker sees the necessity to leave before facing criticism from the partner.
I think it’s sad, he thinks it’s funny
There is a contrast in perspectives: the speaker finds the situation sad, while the partner finds it amusing.
Better get out now
An urgency to leave the relationship and not linger in an unhealthy situation.
Better Hit The Ground Running
The importance of taking swift action and facing challenges courageously.
He only wants the things he feels
The partner only pursues things that bring immediate satisfaction.
And feelin’ good is all he knows
The partner's understanding of a good life revolves around feeling good.
Must be nice to live that way
The speaker reflects on the partner's seemingly carefree lifestyle.
Let’s see what happens when I go
The speaker anticipates the consequences of leaving and wants to observe the partner's reaction.
I gave him all the love I had
The speaker gave all her love to the partner, who absorbed it entirely for self-gratification.
He drained ev’ry drop to fill his soul
The partner used up the speaker's love, leaving the speaker drained.
Now I’m gone and he’s still shallow
The partner remains shallow even after the speaker's departure, while the speaker embraces a fulfilling life.
As for me, my life is full!
The speaker expresses contentment with her current life situation.
It’s time to cut my ties (these are all that hold me)
Reiteration of the need to sever emotional ties for personal growth.
Time to Hit The Ground Running (time to Hit The Ground Running)
Reaffirmation of the urgency to face challenges and move forward boldly.
I see it in his eyes (leave before he scolds me)
The speaker observes the partner's disapproval as an indication to leave promptly.
I think it’s sad, he thinks it’s funny
Despite differing views, the speaker emphasizes the importance of leaving the relationship.
Better get out now
Emphasis on the need to leave the relationship swiftly and decisively.
Better Hit The Ground Running
Encouragement to face challenges head-on and not delay the decision to leave.
You tell me not to go
Others advise against leaving, but the speaker is determined to escape the situation.
I try to get away
The speaker attempts to break free from the relationship despite it being challenging.
It’s much too late to show
It's too late for the partner to change, and the speaker won't tolerate negative behavior any longer.
You’ll stop your evil ways
The speaker asserts that the partner must cease harmful actions.
It’s time to cut my ties (these are all that hold me)
Reiteration of the need to sever emotional ties for personal growth.
Time to Hit The Ground Running (time to Hit The Ground Running)
Reaffirmation of the urgency to face challenges and move forward boldly.
I see it in his eyes (leave before he scolds me)
The speaker observes the partner's disapproval as an indication to leave promptly.
I think it’s sad, he thinks it’s funny
Despite differing views, the speaker emphasizes the importance of leaving the relationship.
Better get out now
Emphasis on the need to leave the relationship swiftly and decisively.
Better Hit The Ground Running
Encouragement to face challenges head-on and not delay the decision to leave.
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