I Can Do Better

Rising Above: Embracing Growth and Overcoming Setbacks
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Lyrics

I do, I do, I showed up sometimes, my words start to fall out

The speaker acknowledges showing up inconsistently, and their words begin to lose significance.

I can do better, I lied

The speaker admits to lying and expresses a desire to improve.

My cup is so full, I'm fine

The speaker claims to be emotionally fulfilled or content.


Started shimmering

Something begins to shine or stand out.

And the highlights dried out, my morbid companions

The highlights fade away, possibly representing the speaker's companions losing interest or vitality.

Don't take shit for granted

The speaker advises against taking things for granted.


I know we've been told

The speaker acknowledges the common advice that taking steps may feel prolonged.

Taking steps can feel like forever

Reiterating the notion that progress might seem slow.

I know we've been told

The speaker suggests setbacks can strengthen and provide protection.

Those setbacks can only bring armour

Highlighting that setbacks can build resilience or defense.

To you

The setbacks are beneficial to the speaker.

I can do better, better, better, better now

Expressing confidence in personal improvement, repeating the desire to do better.

I can do better, better, better, better now

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I do, I do keep saying my wounds stay dry for a long time

The speaker acknowledges emotional pain but emphasizes the need to move forward.

I know I need to move on

The speaker recognizes the necessity of moving on from a challenging situation.

Pride myself for staying calm

Praising oneself for maintaining composure during difficulties.


You've got worried eyes, love

Addressing someone with concerned or caring eyes.

It's mind over matter now

Encouraging a mindset of overcoming challenges.

Speak it into existence and let the whole world listen 'cause baby

Emphasizing the power of positive affirmations and sharing one's experiences with the world.


I know we've been told

Repeating the idea that progress may be slow and challenging.

Taking steps can feel like forever

Reiterating the common understanding that taking steps toward goals can feel prolonged.

I know we've been told

Stating setbacks can contribute to building strength.

Those setbacks can only bring armour

Reaffirming the positive aspect of setbacks as a form of protection.

To you

The setbacks contribute positively to the speaker.

I can do better, better, better, better now

Expressing confidence in personal improvement, repeating the desire to do better.

I can do better, better, better, better now

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In my left hand, in my left hand grip a great load

The speaker holds a significant burden in their left hand.

I lay it down and wiggle my right and left toe

The speaker metaphorically releases the burden and expresses a sense of relief.

In my right brain carry the code

The speaker holds the key to understanding in their right brain.

I pen it down, ignition go, growing up and down

The speaker actively writes and initiates a positive change.

Equator round & round & round & round

Describing a cyclical process of growth and enlightenment.

Into heaven I ground

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Proceed to nothing, free from overthinking

Choosing to proceed without overthinking.

To being free as a sound

Embracing freedom and likening it to a sound.


I know we've been told

Repeating the idea that progress may be slow and challenging.

Taking steps can feel like forever

Reiterating the common understanding that taking steps toward goals can feel prolonged.

I know we've been told

Stating setbacks can contribute to building strength.

Those setbacks can only bring armour

Reaffirming the positive aspect of setbacks as a form of protection.

To you

The setbacks contribute positively to the speaker.

I can do better, better, better, better now

Expressing confidence in personal improvement, repeating the desire to do better.

I can do better, better, better, better now

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The lyrics of this song contain explicit content.
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