[Steven]
If you’re evil and you’re on the rise
You can count on the four of us taking you down
‘Cause we’re good and evil never beats us
We’ll win the fight and then go out for pizzas!
[All]
We are the Crystal Gems
We’ll always save the day
And if you think we can’t
We’ll always find a way
That’s why the people of this world believe in
Garnet, Amethyst, and Pearl and Steven!
[Pearl]
If you could only know what we really are
When we arrived on Earth from out beyond your star
We were amazed to find your beauty and your worth
And we will protect your kind and we will protect your Earth
And we will protect your Earth!
And we will protect you!
[Garnet]
I will fight for the place where I’m free
To live together and exist as me
[Pearl]
I will fight in the name of Rose Quartz
And everything that she believed in!
[Amethyst]
I will fight for the world I was made in
The Earth is everything I’ve ever known
[Steven]
I will fight to be everything that everybody wants me to be when I’m grown!
[All]
The odds are against us, this won’t be easy
But we’re not gonna do it alone!
We are the Crystal Gems
We’ll always save the day
And if you think we can’t
We’ll always find a way
That’s why the people of this world believe in
Garnet, Amethyst, and Pearl and Steven!
Official Extended Opening
Behind the Lyrics: Belief and Identity
The Steven Universe theme song, “We Are the Crystal Gems,” evolved from a simple 20-second intro into a profound musical manifesto. Written by series creator Rebecca Sugar and arranged by Aivi & Surasshu, the extended version serves as a deep dive into the motivations of each character.
The lyrics are highly personal: Garnet fights for her right to exist as a fusion of love, Pearl fights out of devotion to Rose Quartz’s legacy, Amethyst fights for her home planet, and Steven fights the pressure of expectations. The song brilliantly balances the lighthearted nature of “going out for pizzas” with the high-stakes cosmic responsibility of protecting humanity.
Musically, the song features the show’s signature “chiptune meets jazz” sound, anchored by the ukulele—an instrument that has become synonymous with Steven’s gentle spirit and the show’s overall message of peace and empathy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who composed the music for Steven Universe?
The background score was composed by the duo Aivi & Surasshu, while many of the songs were written by Rebecca Sugar herself.
What is “Love Like You”?
“Love Like You” is the jazz-inspired ending theme. Over the seasons, the lyrics were revealed piece-by-piece, leading fans to speculate it is sung from the perspective of an alien being (like Rose Quartz) trying to understand human love.
Is there a follow-up series?
Yes! Following the original 5 seasons and Steven Universe: The Movie, a limited epilogue series called Steven Universe Future aired in 2019-2020.
