Madonna – Jump

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There's only so much you can learn in one place
The more that I wait, the more time that I waste

I haven't got much time to waste, it's time to make my way
I'm not afraid I'll face, but I'm afraid to stay
I'm going down my own road and I can make it alone
All work and no fighting, I'll find a place of my own

Are you ready to jump?
Get ready to jump
Don't ever look back, oh baby,
Yes, I'm ready to jump
Just take my hands
Get ready to jump

We learned our lesson from the start, my sisters and me
The only thing you can depend on is your family
And life's gonna drop you down like the limbs of a tree
It sways and it swings and it bends until it makes you see

Are you ready to jump?
Get ready to jump
Don't ever look back, oh baby
Yes, I'm ready to jump
Just take my hands
Get ready to, are you ready?

There's only so much you can learn in one place
The more that you wait, the more time that you waste

All work and no fighting, I'll find a place of my own
It sways and it swings and it bends until you make it your own

I can make alone
I can make alone
I can make alone
I can make alone
I can make alone
I can make alone
I can make alone

Are you ready to jump?
Get ready to jump
Don't ever look back, oh baby
Yes, I'm ready to jump
Just take my hands
Get ready to jump

Are you ready to jump?
Get ready to jump
Don't ever look back, oh baby
Yes, I'm ready to jump
Just take my hands
Get ready to, are you ready?

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Lyrics submitted by Alexis507

Track duration: 03:59

"Jump" as written by Larry Muggerud, Erik Schrody, Y

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.

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  • +1
    General Comment:All about taking decisions, doing things, taking risks in order to achieve your objectives in life without any repentence, with no regrets...and relying on your own strength, on the resistance of your mind and heart to keep on even with all the obstacles in your way. Also notice the beat on the song and the start and liste to PSB West End Girls :-) it was her way to pay homage to them, and she did it with a great song.
    Flag JozefStalinon September 22, 2010   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:OH and i forgot to mention. I feel like this song is semi autobiograpical for Madge, she came to New York was it? By herself with something like 500 dollars (or 50?) and basically got to where she is all on her own! The only thing supporting her was her family. She did it, she Jumped and look how far it got her! Love it.
    Flag DanielNZon January 17, 2009   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:This song was used so perfectly in the season 2 finale of Ugly Betty. I like the way Betty refernced the title of the song used/episode in her story about how she was so scared to jump off the diving board but she did it, Just like the next stage of her life where shes making the big decision with Gio or Henry. This song speaks for itself. I agree with anakin this is such an inspirational song it makes me want to get ready for the next phase of life! Get ready to Jump!

    xoxo
    Flag DanielNZon January 17, 2009   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:This is SUCH a motivational song...basically she's telling you to take a chance and just gooooo! JUMP! "There’s only so much you can learn in one place,
    The more that I wait, the more time that I waste" is saying do not stay stagnant. Once you've reached saturation level in your current state, it's time to MOVE ON and learn more things...experience something different...keep jumping and you'll always land on your feet because "I can make it alone..." You're strong enough to take a chance and go for it. How motivating! And you know that's how she's lived her life to have reached such success. fame and fortune!!
    Flag anakimon April 08, 2007   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:this song is too catchy. It conveys an awesome, confident message, and she's absolutely right about what she sings.
    Flag chapterscandleson January 18, 2007   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:Madonna is such an awesome person. With all the criticism she takes it obvious she's still a good person (understatement).
    I think the song has to do with taking a "jump" on your own in life and not depending on anyone (until your established) and just taking life in stride...
    Flag GrungyBeatleon November 10, 2006   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:I like this so much too. The music video is cool and i think madonna actually looks better than she did in any of the other COADF ones. I didnt like her hair that way when i saw a pic of it, but when i saw it in the context of the video clip.. i liked it. Lol, my music tastes are queerer than my little sisters.
    Flag Urm...on October 30, 2006   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:Great song, it's unstoppable and I agree with Killmefaster about the meaning.

    Fantastic in Devil Wears Prada (website/trailer).
    Flag xdarkentrieson June 28, 2006   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:This will be her new single soon enough. I don't doubt you'll all comment on it soon enough for that reason.
    I think you're absolutely right killmefaster. About living in the moment!
    Great song.
    Flag Misseveruson March 29, 2006   Link
  • 0
    General Comment:Jump. It means to make such a dicision, and to not regret it. To not look back, to just keep going.
    Flag KillMeFasteron December 10, 2005   Link

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