If you feel insignificant
You better think again
Better wake up because
You’re part of something way bigger
You’re part of something way bigger
Not just a speck in the universe
Not just some words in a bible verse
You are the living word
Ah, you’re part of something way bigger
Bigger than you, bigger than we
Bigger than the picture they framed us to see
But now we see it
And it ain’t no secret, no
Understand that truth about that question in your soul
Look up, don’t look down, then watch the answers unfold
Life is your birthright, they hid that in the fine print
Uh, take the pen and rewrite it
Step out your estimate
Step in your essence and know that you’re excellent
Rise (Rise), the spirit is teachin’
No, I’m not just preachin’, I’m takin’ my own advice
Let Mama let you know (Let you know)
Mama’s still tryin’
I can’t get no days off
I don’t get no days off
Truly, I’m feelin’ it
I had to say that thing twice (Twice)
Tryin’ to be a good wife
Still really hard, I can’t lie
But I promised you I would fight, so I fight
If you’re feelin’ frustrated and (Oh)
You’re sinkin’, I’m jumpin’ in (Oh)
Forgiveness is key because
We’re fightin’ something way bigger
You’ll never lose, we are winners
I’ll be the roots, you’ll be the tree
Pass on the fruit that was given to me
Legacy, ah
We’re part of something way bigger
(Yeah) Bigger
You’re part of something way bigger
Bigger than you, bigger than we
Bigger than the picture they framed us to see
Legacy, oh
You’re part of something way bigger
Let love be the water
I pour into you and you pour into me
There ain’t no drought here
Bloom into our actual powers
I’ll be your sanctuary
You just don’t know it yet
You just don’t know it yet
No matter how hard it gets
You got my blood in ya
And you’re gonna rise
You’re part of something way bigger
You’re part of something way bigger
Bigger than you, bigger than me
Bigger than the picture they paint us to be, yeah
Ooh, ooh, ooh
You’re part of something way bigger
Understand that truth about that question in your soul (Bigger)
Look up, don’t look down, then watch the answers unfold (Bigger)
Life is your birthright, they hid that in the fine print (Bigger)
Take the pen and rewrite it
Step out your estimate
Step in your essence and know that you’re excellent
Rise, the spirit is teachin’
No, I’m not just preachin’, I’m takin’ my own advice
If you feel insignificant
You better think again
Better wake up because
You’re part of something way bigger
You’re part of something way bigger
I’ll be the roots, you’ll be the tree
Pass on the fruit that was given to me
Legacy, ah
We’re part of something way bigger
Embracing Your Place in the Universe
“Bigger” by Beyoncé is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to recognize their own significance in the grand scheme of life. The lyrics urge us to reject feelings of insignificance and instead embrace our unique role in a legacy that extends beyond personal boundaries. Beyoncé weaves a message of self-worth, spiritual awakening, and interconnectedness, reminding us that we are more than just individuals—we are part of something immense and meaningful. Themes of empowerment, familial bonds, and generational legacy are at the heart of the song, inviting listeners to rise above societal limitations and to nurture both themselves and others.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Beyoncé, Derek Dixie, Stacy Barthe, Raye, Nova Wav (Denisia Andrews and Brittany Coney), and others
Release Year: 2019
Label: Parkwood Entertainment, Columbia Records