This page features a video of the poem “Self-Reliance”, prescribed under the Karnataka State Syllabus for 7th Standard English First Language. Along with its summary in three languages and transliterated songs. It serves as a valuable learning resource for students and parents, with each song accompanied by its respective lyrics for easy sing-along. The synchronized lyrics help learners follow and recite the song as it progresses, making memorization and learning by heart easier, more effective, and enjoyable.
Lyrics
English
I realize now that I am alone.
On myself I must learn to rely.
I have to begin to stand on my own.
If I fail I must continue to try.
I can ask others for their opinions.
But ultimately it’s I who’ll decide.
I’ll be the ruler of my dominion,
Determining which road I’ll take with pride.
Though some may disagree with my choices,
Thinking they know a better path to take.
Though people in abuse raise their voices,
It’s up to me my destiny to make
By being true to myself I begin
To learn how to stand alone: how to win.
On myself I must learn to rely.
I have to begin to stand on my own.
If I fail I must continue to try.
I can ask others for their opinions.
But ultimately it’s I who’ll decide.
I’ll be the ruler of my dominion,
Determining which road I’ll take with pride.
Though some may disagree with my choices,
Thinking they know a better path to take.
Though people in abuse raise their voices,
It’s up to me my destiny to make
By being true to myself I begin
To learn how to stand alone: how to win.
Summary
The poem expresses the importance of becoming independent and learning to rely on oneself. The speaker says that other people may offer their opinions, but the final decision about his life must be his own. He wants to choose his path with pride and accept responsibility for his choices. Even when others disagree or believe they know a better way, he wants to remain true to himself. The poem therefore encourages self-confidence, courage, responsibility, and the determination to shape one's own destiny.
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