Oh [14x]
Cast out to sea
Drifting with the tide
And no way of finding me
Now that I’m free
Nothing but blue skies
Paradise in front of me
Awake from this dream
I hold my breath and just believe
Tired of all the troubles
They’ve been wasting my time
I don’t wanna fight
Gonna leave it behind
Taking on faith
Now I’m ready to fly
I’m in the middle of starting over
Back to the beginning
Gonna hit rewind
Chance to do it over
Get it right this time
Life gives you pennies
Turn them into dimes
I’m in the middle of starting over
I’m in the middle of starting over
Oh [14x]
Alone in a room
Tearing down the walls
Painting over scars and bruises
Now this is home
Fill it up with love
And make the best of something new, yeah
As hard as it seems
I hold my breath and just believe
Tired of all the troubles
They’ve been wasting my time
I don’t wanna fight
Gonna leave it behind
Taking on faith
Now I’m ready to fly
I’m in the middle of starting over
Back to the beginning
Gonna hit rewind
Chance to do it over
Get it right this time
Life gives you pennies
Turn them into dimes
I’m in the middle of starting over
The colors and the stars
Seem a little brighter
Tomorrow isn’t far away!
Through the hardest part
I’m working towards a happy ending
Tired of all the troubles
They’ve been wasting my time
I don’t wanna fight
Gonna leave it behind
Taking on faith
Now I’m ready to fly
I’m in the middle of starting over
Back to the beginning
Gonna hit rewind
Chance to do it over
Get it right this time
Life gives you pennies
Turn them into dimes
I’m in the middle of starting over
Tired of all the troubles
They’ve been wasting my time
I don’t wanna fight
Gonna leave it behind
Taking on faith
Now I’m ready to fly
I’m in the middle of starting over
Back to the beginning
Gonna hit rewind
Chance to do it over
Get it right this time
Life gives you pennies
Turn them into dimes
I’m in the middle of starting over
I’m in the middle of starting over
Oh! [14x]
Finding Strength in New Beginnings
“The Middle Of Starting Over” by Sabrina Carpenter is an uplifting anthem about embracing change and letting go of the past. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone breaking free from old struggles, ready to transform setbacks into opportunities. Carpenter uses imagery of blue skies, casting out to sea, and painting over scars to symbolize hope and renewal. The recurring chorus emphasizes that it’s never too late to hit rewind and start anew, turning life’s smallest chances (“pennies”) into something valuable (“dimes”). The song’s energetic, optimistic tone encourages listeners to trust in themselves, believe in brighter tomorrows, and face new chapters with courage and positivity.
Song Credits
- Artist: Sabrina Carpenter
- Songwriters: Michelle Moyer, Jim McGorman, Robb Vallier
- Release Year: 2014
- Label: Hollywood Records