Get There Somehow
Chasing Dreams: Madison Watkins' Anthem of Triumph
Lyrics
All the mean girls from high school who think that I'm dumb
Alludes to judgment from high school peers who perceive the singer as unintelligent.
Moving out to L.A. to write all of these songs
Expresses the decision to move to Los Angeles with the goal of writing songs.
But it's OK 'cause one day I'll be proving 'em wrong
Despite criticism, the singer anticipates proving others wrong in the future.
It's a million against one, gonna chase it 'til I'm gone
Acknowledges the challenging odds (a million against one) but commits to pursuing the dream relentlessly.
I'll be that girl out of touch with my head in the clouds
Describes the singer as a dreamer with a disconnected, imaginative mindset.
Be that drop out of college, the talk of the town
Portrays the singer as a college dropout, becoming a notable figure in the community.
Sorry mom, sorry dad if I'm letting you down
Apologizes to parents for potential disappointment due to unconventional choices.
Don't know when, and don't know how
Expresses uncertainty about the timing and method of achieving success.
But I know I'll make you proud, 'cause
Confidently asserts the eventual pride the singer will bring to their parents.
I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
Repetition of determination to succeed and get to the destination against all odds.
I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
-I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
-I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
-Not a dime to my name, got no gas in my car
Describes financial struggles with no money and an empty gas tank.
Running late to my job, singing covers in bars
Highlights a situation of being late for work, while still pursuing passion by singing in bars.
Never knew that L.A was so far from the stars
Expresses surprise at the distance between reality in L.A. and the perceived glamour.
But I'm never losing heart, I'll be shining in the dark, 'cause
Despite challenges, maintains optimism and determination to shine in difficult circumstances.
I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
Reiterates the determination to reach the destination despite challenges.
I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
-I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
-I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
-No I'm never gonna stop, no I'm never giving up (yeah)
Emphasizes the singer's unwavering commitment and refusal to give up, with confidence in finding a way.
Yeah, I know I'm gonna find a way (yeah)
-No, I'm never gonna stop, no, I'm never giving up
-Don't matter what nobody says
Declares resilience against external opinions and criticisms.
I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
Final assertion of the singer's commitment to reaching the goal despite obstacles.
I'm gonna get there, gonna get there somehow
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