Different
Embracing Uniqueness: Hayden Joseph's Anthem for Individuality
Lyrics
I remember lying wide awake in bed each night
I recall being fully awake in bed each night
Asking God if he was sure he made me right
Questioning if God was certain in creating me as I am
I don't like the things they like, and I don't play the games they play
I have different preferences and don't engage in their activities
I don't sing along with their songs or see anything their way
I don't conform to their perspectives or sing their songs
I wish I had a moment with a younger me
Desire to advise a younger self that being "different" is not negative
To tell him, "different," ain't a bad thing to be
Encouragement that embracing uniqueness is acceptable
You'll only be remembered if you brush against the grain
Recognition comes from going against the norm
If you go to places they won't go and never shy away from change
Explore uncharted territories and embrace change
The voices in your head that you silence everyday
The inner thoughts you suppress will eventually gain volume
Soon will yell across the room so loud the world hears what they say
Your silenced thoughts will become loud and heard by the world
I wish I had a moment with a younger me
Desire to advise a younger self that being "different" is not negative
To tell him, "different," ain't a bad thing to be
Encouragement that embracing uniqueness is acceptable
The fear inside your restless mind and the walls you built to hide behind
Addressing the fear within and the walls built for protection
There's nothing you should worry about
No need to worry, dry your eyes, and rest peacefully
Dry your eyes and get some sleep
Encouragement not to be afraid to pursue dreams
Don't be scared to chase your dreams
Questioning the value of fitting in when standing out is an option
Why fit in when you could stand out?
Aspiring to perform for a large audience and impact those who are different
I hope one day I'm playing for a crowded room
Hope that the music resonates and eases the struggles of those who are unique
And the words that I'm singin' reach a kid who's different too
Expressing empathy for those who cry due to being different
When they hear the chords I'm strumming, I hope they cry a little less
Wishing that the music brings comfort to those who struggle with their uniqueness
And stop losing sleep just cuz they're different from the rest
Encouragement to stop losing sleep over being different
If they learn one thing from the notes I sing
If someone learns from the music, it should be that being "different" is acceptable
It's that, "different," ain't a bad thing to be
Desire to advise a younger self that being "different" is not negative
I wish I had a moment with a younger me
Encouragement that embracing uniqueness is acceptable
To tell him, "different," ain't a bad thing to be
Desire to advise a younger self that being "different" is not negative
"Different" ain't a bad thing to be
Reiteration that being "different" is not a negative thing
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