Defying Gravity

I love the song “Defying Gravity” from Wicked (number 6). Defying gravity is not some sort of metaphysical thing to me. I am not going to start flying around on a broom. To me the song symbolizes defying convention.

I’m through with playing by the rules
Of someone else’s game
Too late for second-guessing
Too late to go back to sleep
It’s time to trust my instincts
Close my eyes: and leap!

I guess fear’s what’s keeping me grounded. What am I afraid of? It’s scary to fly without a safety net…