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Ricochet: Song Analysis
"I'm criticized, but all your bullets ricochet. Shoot me down, but I get up…" This song does not relate to any personal experiences, but it does establish a sense of strength and confidence. I believe this song sends an empowering message to those who are being bullied. I interpret this song as how we need to be strong and keep going no matter what is thrown at us. This song uses metaphors, such as guns and bullets, to portray the hateful words people bark at us. "Ricochet, you take your aim. Fire away, fire away. You shoot me down but I won't fall." You can keep hurting me with your words, but I will not fall. I will stand up and keep going strong. "I am Titanium" I am unbreakable. No matter what happens, we cannot be "shot down". This song
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