The song "Taking Back My Brave" by Carolyn Dawn Johnson is about finding strength and courage despite past struggles and setbacks. The lyrics describe the singer's journey to overcome fear and self-doubt, and to reclaim her confidence and bravery. The song begins by describing the singer's humble roots in a small town, where she learned to be tough and determined. Despite facing skepticism from others, she received a small amount of money from her uncle to pursue her dreams. She slept in the cab of her truck and persevered, never losing sight of her goals. However, the singer admits that she lost her confidence at one point. She forced herself to smile and stopped pushing herself to go the extra mile. She even considered giving up and returning to her comfort zone. But one day, she realized that running back to safety is not who she is. The chorus of the song emphasizes that the singer likes to take on challenges and fly. She acknowledges that she is not perfect and can be hurt easily, but she refuses to crumble under pressure. Instead, she jumps headfirst into new opportunities and experiences, taking back her brave. The song also references the singer's upbringing as the only girl in her family, and how she has always been the type to push the limits. Ultimately, she concludes that she is taking back her brave and facing life with a renewed sense of determination and fearlessness.
