Bottom Line
Navigating Expectations: A Journey of Self-Discovery
Lyrics
Chin up, back straight, put on my father's smile
Expressing determination and adopting a positive attitude influenced by the speaker's father.
Big plans, big world, he'll listen if I can pretend
Having ambitious plans for a vast world, willing to pretend to be heard by someone important.
Round two, no dice, okay I'll step my game up
Facing challenges and deciding to elevate efforts in the face of setbacks.
Big boss? Big deal, maybe he'll listen to me then
Expressing the desire for recognition from a significant figure, possibly a boss.
'Cause what father doesn't know won't hurt him
Suggesting that keeping certain things hidden from the father is a way to avoid causing harm.
And if you've got bridges to burn, you'd better burn 'em
Encouraging the burning of bridges if necessary, implying a readiness to sever connections for personal growth.
'Cause if actions speak louder than words, bottom line -
Highlighting the importance of actions over words, emphasizing the bottom line as a crucial measure.
They sent me away
Recounting a past event where the speaker was sent away, possibly due to their actions.
One-two, swing right, put on my father's smile
Reiterating the adoption of the father's smile, suggesting a facade to navigate challenges.
Big hit, cut left, won't see it coming if I grin
Describing a swift and unexpected move, indicating a strategy of surprising others while maintaining a grin.
I'm like lighting, real fast, and I cause a lot of static
Comparing oneself to lightning, emphasizing speed and causing disruption.
Big shock, big mouth
Highlighting the impact of the speaker's bold and outspoken nature.
Why can't they tell it like it is?
Expressing frustration with others not speaking bluntly and directly.
'Cause they say I don't care about the discipline
Addressing accusations of lacking discipline, implying a disconnect between perception and reality.
But only one of them can see that I've been listenin'
Stating that only one person recognizes the speaker's attentive nature.
And if actions speak louder than words, bottom line -
Reiterating the importance of actions as a significant determinant of outcomes.
So does a fist
Connecting the bottom line to the impact of physical actions, particularly using fists.
New friends, new job, I get a bit suspicious
Expressing suspicion towards new acquaintances and the need to be cautious.
What do you want? I better keep my guard up
Questioning the motives of others and emphasizing the importance of self-protection.
Be tough, be loud, that's how you keep 'em guessing
Advocating for a tough and loud demeanor to keep others guessing about the speaker's intentions.
You don't belong, no that's my father speaking
Attributing feelings of not belonging to the influence of the speaker's father.
They think I'm strong, make me responsible for
Describing the perception that others see the speaker as strong and responsible.
Playing both sides, I'm sniffing out corruption
Claiming to identify and expose corruption while playing both sides.
I know first hand what makes a hypocrite
Asserting personal experience with hypocrisy, likely influenced by the speaker's upbringing.
Raised by that man, right in the thick of it
Indicating that the speaker was raised amidst challenging circumstances.
Breathe in, breathe out, I feel it in my body
Describing a physical sensation, possibly related to stress or emotional turmoil.
Learning just how to use my words before my hands
Emphasizing the importance of using words before resorting to physical actions.
Patience goes far, especially when it comes to
Recognizing the value of patience, especially in the context of waiting for understanding friends.
Waiting so long for friends that kind of understand
Expressing the difficulty of finding friends who truly understand the speaker.
That I may stun 'em and I may bruise 'em
Acknowledging the potential to shock and hurt others but prioritizing authenticity over conformity.
But I'd rather lose myself than ever lose 'em
Expressing a willingness to endure personal losses rather than compromising one's true self.
And if actions speak louder than words, bottom line -
Reiterating the significance of actions as a decisive factor in determining outcomes.
We're gonna be alright
Conveying optimism about the future, suggesting that despite challenges, everything will be alright.
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