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what they say what they say what they say
you speak out all you feel is defiance
all you need is some self-reliance
cuz this world is gonna always try us
and all you wanted was to run for cover
well here's looking to yourself and no other
we're all searching for that special something
and we keep on running
we all have the choice to take the lead or follow
i want to feel the light shine on me
you're so afraid of what people might say
but that's okay cuz you're only human
you're so afraid of what people might say
but that's okay you'll soon get strong enough
you're so afraid of what people might say
but that's okay cuz you're only human
you're so afraid of what people might say you're going to break so please don't do it
you wanna spread your wings but you're not sure
don't wanna leave your comforts
wanna find a cure
we're afraid of who we see in the mirror
we wanna let go but it feels too pure
who wants to be alone in this world
you look around and all you see is hurt
but the light it always finds us
if we move with a little trust
a diamond don't define what shine is
i don't need a rolex to know what the time is
you got yours let me find what mine is
i'm a survivor look how strong my mind is
i stand on my own it's all me
regardless of whatever they call me
i'm a leader not a follower
and i'd rather be paid and popular
ride homie get your dollars up
we're in the belly of the beast that already swallowed us
all you need is some self-reliance
cuz this world is gonna always try us
and all you wanted was to run for cover
well here's looking to yourself and no other
we're all searching for that special something
and we keep on running
i want to feel the light shine on me
but that's okay cuz you're only human
you're so afraid of what people might say
but that's okay you'll soon get strong enough
you're so afraid of what people might say
but that's okay cuz you're only human
you're so afraid of what people might say you're going to break so please don't do it
don't wanna leave your comforts
wanna find a cure
we're afraid of who we see in the mirror
we wanna let go but it feels too pure
who wants to be alone in this world
you look around and all you see is hurt
but the light it always finds us
if we move with a little trust
i don't need a rolex to know what the time is
you got yours let me find what mine is
i'm a survivor look how strong my mind is
i stand on my own it's all me
regardless of whatever they call me
i'm a leader not a follower
and i'd rather be paid and popular
ride homie get your dollars up
we're in the belly of the beast that already swallowed us
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For the longest time I have considered Shit On The Radio my theme song. Just a song about being your self and not letting other people effect you. Now Nelly releases this gem and now I have 2 theme songs. I can really connect with this some, maybe that why I like it so much. I feel that a lot of people I know are so scared of what people might think. I cant live that way. Great song!
Whoa. I thought this album was going to be a total dissapointment, but i guess i was wrong. I have to say that it isnt exactly the Nelly i'm used to, but i couldnt expect her to stay the same throughout her career. This song was a great way to open an album. Its my favorite so far. About the meaning: it's pretty much self-explanitory ^_^.
Before the Loose album was released, her 4-year relationship with the father of her daughter ended. The lyrics speak to finding the strength inside to make a challenging decision and face an uncertain future, or face judgement. The following, especially could relate to her relationship:
You must be kidding me! I thought there would be alot more comments!
This song says it all...i like Rihanna and all, but I can't believe she didn't win at the VMAS
This song is awesome...so so awesome. :]
I really love tihs song and Nelly Furtado, but the backup vocals at the end irritate me so much as they can't pronounce "people" at all. SO AFRAID OF WHAT BEELIL MIGHT SAY. I wish they made a version without that verse. :P