Well let them take you for a clown And they're bound to bring you down. You got to make it through the world if you can. Think they're doing you wrong But you got here on your own. You got to make it through the world if you can.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker advises enduring ridicule and relying on oneself to survive the world.
- In plain terms
- Ignore those who mock you; survive on your own.
- What can you take from it?
- Rely on yourself to overcome ridicule.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle criticism?
- Can you survive alone?
Another view
It assumes solitude is always the best solution.
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