Why Don't You
Embrace Your Own Light: The Unspoken Message in Liv Austen's 'Why Don't You'
Lyrics
You tell everyone to have a nice day
You encourage others to have a positive day.
And you let them see your smile
You present a cheerful demeanor to others, showing them your smile.
When a friend needs help, they'll always hear you say
When a friend needs assistance, you express a willingness to be available without time constraints.
«I have nowhere I've gotta be for a while»
You convey that you have the flexibility to be there for someone without pressing commitments.
I know you wouldn't judge someone for their mistakes
You don't judge people for their mistakes, recognizing their humanity.
Because they're human after all
Emphasizing that everyone is human, you continue to be non-judgmental.
And no, you'll never stop doing what it takes
You are committed to doing whatever it takes to support others when they are in need.
To pick somebody up when they fall
Your dedication extends to helping people stand up again after they fall.
Why don't you do that
Questioning why you don't extend the same care and support to yourself.
Why don't you do that
Repetition of the question, emphasizing the need for self-care.
Why don't you do that
Continuing to question why self-care is neglected.
For yourself?
Highlighting the importance of self-care for personal well-being.
You always see the best in everyone around
You consistently see the positive qualities in those around you.
You make them feel like they belong
You create a sense of belonging for others and make them feel valued.
Tell them it's okay sometimes if you are down
You reassure others that it's acceptable to feel down at times.
Make sure they know they're not alone
You make sure others understand that they are not alone in their struggles.
Why don't you do that
Repeating the question about self-care, encouraging reflection.
Why don't you do that
Emphasizing the importance of self-care through repetition.
Why don't you do that
Continuing to question why self-care is neglected.
For yourself?
Reiterating the crucial need for self-care for personal happiness.
Why do you deserve any less
Asking why you should settle for anything less than self-love and care.
Oh darling, if there's any love left
Expressing that if there is any love remaining, it should be directed towards oneself.
Why don't you keep that
Encouraging the retention of self-love and care.
Why don't you keep that
Repetition, urging the preservation of self-love and care.
Oh, why don't you keep that
Continuing to question why self-love and care are not prioritized.
For yourself
Emphasizing the importance of self-love and care for personal well-being.
For yourself
Stressing the importance of self-love and care for one's own benefit.
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