On A Mission – English Lyrics

• By: Gabriella Cilmi

Lyrics & Translation

Discover the empowering energy of Gabriella Cilmi's 'On A Mission'! This song is a fantastic and fun way to practice your English comprehension with its clear, confident lyrics and catchy, repetitive chorus. The song's story of resilience and self-belief, born from a real-life experience of public scrutiny, adds a special layer of meaning to its powerful message. Let the vibrant disco-pop beat motivate you as you learn!

[English]

It's tough for me to make a move

And I know what I gotta do

Cause I got everything to prove

I got a plan I'm sticking to

The word is that I'm over doubt

But I don't let it get me down

I ain't nobody's push around

If they could only see me now

There's only one thing on my mind

And I am running out of time

I'm coming girls, so get out of the way

I am a woman on a mission whoa

Nothing can stop me, I'm stronger than ever

I'm gunna see this through

I am a woman on a mission whoa

Whatever it takes I will do what I gotta do

I'm gunna lay it on the line

I won't give up without a fight

Cos I can see the finish line

Wont stop until I think your mine

So read the writing on the wall

I'm ready and I'm standing tall

Some people think they know it all

I guess I'll have to show 'em all

There's only one thing on my mind

And I am running out of time

I'm coming girls, so get out of the way

I am a woman on a mission whoa

Nothing can stop me, I'm stronger than ever

I'm gunna see this through

I am a woman on a mission whoa

Whatever it takes I will do what I gotta do

Stand aside cos I'm on a mission

I'm on fire, there's no competition

You can't blame me I got intuition

And I never miss a trick just like a magician

You don't need cash, you don't need permission

If you think I'm scared, you must be tripping

Foot on gas, Key in ignition

Can't stop now cos I'm on a mission

I am a woman on a mission whoa

Nothing can stop me, I'm stronger than ever

I'm gunna see this through

I am a woman on a mission whoa

Whatever it takes I will do what I gotta

I never give up, I never give up, I never give up

I'm on a mission

I never give up, I never give up,

I'm gunna see this through

I never give up, I never give up, I never give up

I'm on a mission

Whatever it takes, I will do what I gotta do

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Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
move /muːv/ A1	verb - to go in a specified direction or manner; change position noun - an act of changing physical location or position
prove /pruːv/ B1	verb - demonstrate the truth or existence of (something) by evidence or argument
plan /plæn/ A1	noun - a detailed proposal for doing or achieving something verb - decide on and arrange in advance
doubt /daʊt/ B1	noun - a feeling of uncertainty or lack of conviction verb - feel uncertain about
mind /maɪnd/ A2	noun - the element of a person that enables them to be aware of the world and their experiences, to think, and to feel; the faculty of consciousness and thought verb - be annoyed or worried by
time /taɪm/ A1	noun - the indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole
mission /ˈmɪʃən/ B1	noun - an important assignment, often involving travel abroad
stop /stɒp/ A1	verb - bring or come to an abrupt end
stronger /ˈstrɒŋɡər/ A2	adjective - having the power to move heavy weights or perform other physically demanding tasks
fight /faɪt/ A2	noun - a violent confrontation or struggle verb - take part in a violent struggle involving the exchange of physical blows or the use of weapons
finish /ˈfɪnɪʃ/ A2	verb - bring (something) to an end; complete noun - an end or final part or stage of something
ready /ˈrɛdi/ A1	adjective - in a suitable state for an activity or action; fully prepared
standing /ˈstændɪŋ/ A1	verb - having an established reputation
fire /ˈfaɪər/ A1	noun - combustion or burning, in which substances combine chemically with oxygen from the air and typically give out bright light, heat, and smoke
competition /ˌkɒmpɪˈtɪʃən/ B2	noun - the activity or condition of striving to gain or win something by defeating or establishing superiority over others
intuition /ˌɪntjuˈɪʃən/ C1	noun - the ability to understand something immediately, without the need for conscious reasoning
trick /trɪk/ B1	noun - a cunning act or scheme designed to deceive or outwit someone
scared /skeəd/ A2	adjective - afraid; frightened

Key Grammar Structures

• Cause I got everything **to prove**

  ➔ Infinitive of purpose

  ➔ The infinitive form of the verb ("to prove") is used to express the purpose of having 'everything'. It answers the question 'Why do I have everything?'.

• The word **is that** I'm over doubt

  ➔ Noun clause introduced by "that"

  ➔ The phrase "that I'm over doubt" acts as a noun clause, functioning as the subject complement after the linking verb "is". The entire clause is the 'word'.

• I ain't nobody's **push around**

  ➔ Phrasal verb (push around) used as a noun

  ➔ "Push around" is a phrasal verb meaning to bully or dominate. In this context, it's used as a noun to describe someone who can be easily bullied or dominated. The possessive "nobody's" indicates that the speaker is not someone who can be pushed around.

• If they **could** only see me now

  ➔ Second conditional (mixed time)

  ➔ This is a mixed conditional sentence. The "if" clause refers to a hypothetical situation in the present (if they *could* see), and the implied result is also about the present (their opinion of me would be different now). It's unlikely or impossible for them to see the speaker in their current state.

• I'm coming girls, so **get out of the way**

  ➔ Imperative sentence

  ➔ "Get out of the way" is a command or order. The subject (you) is implied.

• Whatever it **takes** I will do what I gotta do

  ➔ Subjunctive mood (implied)

  ➔ While not explicitly subjunctive, the phrase "Whatever it takes" carries a similar meaning, suggesting that no matter the difficulty or sacrifices required, the speaker is willing to do what is necessary. It implies 'Even if it takes x, y, or z...'.

• Won't stop until I think your **mine**

  ➔ Possessive pronoun

  ➔ "Mine" is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership. It replaces "my possession/property".

• Some people think they know **it all**

  ➔ Idiomatic use of "it all"

  ➔ "It all" means 'everything', particularly referring to knowledge or understanding. It's an idiom often used to suggest that someone is arrogant or overconfident in their knowledge.