I'm Stepping Out
Yoko Ono · Other Songs - Yoko Ono
No need to ask the reason why
Went to the kitchen and lit a cigarette
Blew my worries to the sky
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out
If it don't feel right, you don't have to do it
Just leave a message on the phone and tell them to screw it
After all is said and done you can't go pleasin' everyone
So screw it
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out, baby
I'm stepping out
Baby's sleeping, the cats have all been blessed
Ain't nothing doing on TV, summer repeats
Put on my space suit, I got to look my best
I'm going out to do the city
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out, babe
I'm stepping out, boogie
I'm stepping out
Hold it down
I'm stepping out
I'm stepping out
Gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta get out
I'm stepping out, babe
Just a while
Ain't been out for days
Gotto do it tonight
Gimme a break, gimme a break
Gotta get out, gotta get out
Just for a while, just for the night
I'll be in before one or two
I'm Stepping Out
Released in 1974, 'I'm Stepping Out' stands as a pivotal track in Yoko Ono's solo career, marking her transition from collaborative work with John Lennon to a distinct solo voice. The song blends folk-rock instrumentation with Ono's characteristic vocal delivery, reflecting the countercultural spirit of the mid-1970s. It captures a moment of personal assertion and artistic independence, characteristic of her broader body of work during this era. The recording exemplifies the intimate, acoustic textures that defined her early solo discography, distinguishing her style from the psychedelic rock of the Beatles while maintaining a connection to their musical legacy. As a standalone piece, it remains a significant example of Ono's ability to craft meaningful, personal narratives through songwriting that resonated deeply with audiences seeking authentic expression.