dear me by Amanda Ong (2024)

dear me

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Little me, here are some things I want to say
Even though you may look the other way
It’s my thoughts about your future
It may sound just like a lecture
Well it’s unlikely that you’ll hear me anyway

You don’t have to say everything to be heard
Sometimes you don’t have to have the last word

Honesty without tact is plain cruel
And you might make yourself out to be the fool

There’s no right or wrong, only perspectives
And society influences narratives
All humans make mistakes so it’s imperative
To learn how to reframe and to forgive

Dear me, I hope you listen to yourself
’Cause I’m pretty sure there is no one else
Whom you'd want to hear these things from,
Whom you’d understand and learn from.
Sincerely, from your older, wiser self!

One day your priorities may change,
And you’ll have to shift the things you pre-arrange
Be less uptight about the structure,
Leave a little space for some adventure
Look at the bigger picture

At the end of the day, take care of your soul
You’ll make sacrifices, but don’t lose your whole
Don’t take advice from someone whose choices concern you
Seek out, instead, the ones you look up to

Dear me, I hope you listen to yourself
’Cause I’m pretty sure there is no one else
Whom you'd want to hear these things from,
Whom you’d understand and learn from.
Sincerely, from your older, wiser self!

*scat interlude*

Dear me, I hope you listen to yourself
’Cause I’m pretty sure there is no one else
Whom you'd want to hear these things from,
Whom you’d understand and learn from.
Sincerely, from your older, wiser self!

Dear me, I hope you listen to yourself
’Cause I’m pretty sure there is no one else
Whom you'd want to hear these things from,

Whom you’d understand and learn from.
Sincerely, from your older, wiser self!

The lyrics of Amanda Ong's song "Dear Me" convey a powerful message of self-reflection and growth, as the singer addresses their younger self with wisdom and guidance. The opening lines reflect a sense of urgency, with the older self attempting to communicate important insights to the younger self, even if they may not be readily received. The older self acknowledges the challenges of being heard and understood but emphasizes the importance of sharing advice and lessons learned.

The second verse delves into the nuances of communication, highlighting the significance of honesty tempered with tact. The lyrics emphasize the value of humility and self-awareness, cautioning against arrogance that may lead to folly. The concept of perspective is introduced, suggesting that there is no absolute right or wrong, only varying viewpoints shaped by societal influences. The older self stresses the necessity of embracing forgiveness and reframing mistakes as opportunities for growth.

The subsequent verse offers practical guidance on adapting to change and maintaining a balanced approach to life. The older self urges the younger self to be open to new experiences and not rigidly adhere to predetermined plans. There is an emphasis on self-care and the preservation of one's inner well-being amidst the demands of everyday life. The importance of seeking counsel from trusted mentors and role models is underscored, emphasizing the value of learning from those who inspire and uplift.

The repetition of the chorus throughout the song reinforces the central theme of self-empowerment and introspection. The scat interlude adds a musical element that conveys a sense of freedom and spontaneity, mirroring the message of embracing adventure and loosening the constraints of routine. The overall tone of the lyrics is one of encouragement and support, as the older self extends a compassionate hand to the younger self, offering guidance and reassurance on the journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Little me, here are some things I want to say
I have some important advice to share with you, my younger self.

Even though you may look the other way
Even if you ignore my words.

It’s my thoughts about your future
These are my thoughts on how your future might unfold.

It may sound just like a lecture
It may come across as a lecture, but it's important.

Well it’s unlikely that you’ll hear me anyway
You may not listen to me now, but it's worth considering.

You don’t have to say everything to be heard
You don't need to speak every thought to be understood.

Sometimes you don’t have to have the last word
It's not necessary to always have the final say.

Honesty without tact is plain cruel
Being brutally honest can be hurtful without sensitivity.

And you might make yourself out to be the fool
You may end up looking foolish in the process.

There’s no right or wrong, only perspectives
There are different viewpoints, not necessarily right or wrong.

And society influences narratives
Society shapes the stories we believe.

All humans make mistakes so it’s imperative
Everyone makes mistakes, so it's crucial to learn from them.

To learn how to reframe and to forgive
To understand, adjust your perspective, and practice forgiveness.

One day your priorities may change
Your priorities may shift as you grow and experience life.

And you’ll have to shift the things you pre-arrange
You'll need to adjust your plans accordingly.

Be less uptight about the structure
Don't be too rigid in your expectations.

Leave a little space for some adventure
Be open to new experiences and adventures.

Look at the bigger picture
Consider the broader perspective of situations.

At the end of the day, take care of your soul
Take care of your emotional and spiritual well-being.

You’ll make sacrifices, but don’t lose your whole
You may have to make sacrifices, but don't lose sight of yourself.

Don’t take advice from someone whose choices concern you
Avoid taking advice from those whose decisions worry you.

Seek out, instead, the ones you look up to
Find guidance from those you admire and respect.

Dear me, I hope you listen to yourself
I hope you take heed of your inner voice.

’Cause I’m pretty sure there is no one else
Because I believe no one else can truly understand you like you do.

Whom you'd want to hear these things from,
You would want to receive this advice from yourself.

Whom you’d understand and learn from.
You can easily relate to and gain wisdom from your own experiences.

Sincerely, from your older, wiser self!
With sincere love and wisdom from your future self.

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