I Don't Want to Change You
Damien Rice Lyrics
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You know that I adore you
No matter how far
Well, I can go before you
And if ever you need someone
Well, not that you need helping
But if ever you want someone
Know that I am willing
Oh and I don't want to change you
I don't want change you,
I don't want to change your mind
I just came across a manger
Out among the danger
Somewhere in a stranger's eye
Wherever you go
Well, I can always follow
I can feed this real slow
If it's a lot to swallow
And if you just want to be alone
Well, I can wait without waiting
If you want me to let this go
Well, I'm more than willing
Oh 'cause I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change your mind
I just came across a manger
Out among the danger
Somewhere in a stranger's eye
Oh and I don't want to change you
I don't want to change her
Don't want to change your mind
I just came across a manger
Out among the danger
Somewhere in a stranger's eye
I've never been with anyone
In the way I've been with you
But if love is not for fun
Then it's doomed
'Cause water races
Water races down the waterfalls
The water races
Water races down the waterfall
And I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change your mind
I just came across a manger
Where there is no the danger
Where love has eyes and is not blind
The lyrics of Damien Rice's song, "I Don't Want To Change You," convey a deep understanding of the complexities of love and relationships. The singer starts by expressing their adoration for someone, telling them that they will always be willing to be there for them when they need someone, and that they don't want to change anything about them. The chorus emphasizes the singer's desire to love the person as they are, without trying to shape them into anything else. The lyrics also acknowledge the challenges of relationships, with the singer recognizing that if love is just for fun, it is doomed to eventually fail. Finally, the song ends on a positive note, with the singer finding a place where love sees clearly and is not blind.
The song showcases Rice's skill as an artist in its ability to convey a meaningful message with simple, straightforward lyrics. The contrast between the slow, acoustic melody and the straight-forward lyrics produces a striking effect, as the words hold weight and gravitas while seeming casually expressed. Rice's vocals, particularly on the chorus, are particularly impactful, as they swell and build as the lyrics express powerful emotions.
Overall, "I Don't Want To Change You" is a beautifully crafted track that encapsulates the complexities of love with powerful simplicity.
Line by Line Meaning
Wherever you are
No matter where you are, my feelings for you remain the same.
You know that I adore you
I want you to know that I admire and love you deeply.
No matter how far
Even if you are far away, I will still love you just the same.
Well, I can go before you
I will always be there for you and support you in everything you do.
And if ever you need someone
If you ever need a shoulder to lean on, I will be your reliable friend.
Well, not that you need helping
I know you're strong, but I am always here if you need me.
But if ever you want someone
Whenever you feel lonely or want companionship, I am eager to be that person for you.
Know that I am willing
I am more than happy to do whatever it takes to be there for you.
Oh and I don't want to change you
I don't want to change anything about you, I love you just the way you are.
I just came across a manger
I recently discovered something new and beautiful, just like our relationship.
Out among the danger
Even though there may be risks and uncertainty, our love is worth it all.
Somewhere in a stranger's eye
I found hope in something unexpected, like how we found each other as strangers.
Well, I can always follow
I will always be by your side, following wherever you go.
I can feed this real slow
We can take things slow, enjoying every moment without feeling rushed.
If it's a lot to swallow
If it's too much to handle, I understand and am willing to give you space.
And if you just want to be alone
I respect your privacy and am happy to give you time and space to yourself.
Well, I can wait without waiting
Even if you need time to yourself, I will be here patiently waiting for you.
If you want me to let this go
If our relationship is not what you want, I will accept that and let you go without any hard feelings.
Don't want to change her
I don't want to change anything about our relationship, particularly the way you feel.
I've never been with anyone
No one has ever made me feel the way you do.
In the way I've been with you
Our relationship is unique and special, something I have never experienced before.
But if love is not for fun
If our love is not taken seriously and treated like a game or a joke, then it will not work.
Then it's doomed
If we don't take our relationship seriously, it may not last.
Water races down the waterfalls
Love is like water, it flows and is unstoppable.
Where there is no the danger
In a safe and loving environment, our relationship can flourish.
Where love has eyes and is not blind
In a healthy relationship, love is not blind, but sees the other person clearly and accepts them for who they are.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAMIEN GEORGE RICE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@caromartan6460
Wherever you go,
I can always follow
I can feed this real slow,
if it's a lot to swallow
If you just wanna be alone,
I can wait without waiting
If you want me to let this go,
I am more than willing
'Cause I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change your mind
I just came across some angel,
out among the danger somewhere
In the stranger's eye
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you...
I've never been with anyone
in the way I've been with you
But if love is not for fun, then it's doomed
'Cause water races, water races down
The waterfalls, water races,
water races down
The waterfalls!
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you
I don't want to change your mind
I just came across some angel
where there is no danger
Where love has eyes, it is not blind
@eglencebaslasin
Wherever you go, I can always follow
I can feed this real slow, if it's a lot to swallow
If you just wanna be alone, I can wait without waiting
If you want me to let this go, I am more than willing
Cause I don't wanna change you
I don't wanna change you
I don't wanna change your mind
I just came across a manger
Out among the danger
Somewhere in a stranger's eye
Oh, and I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you,
I don't want to change your mind
I just came across a manger
Out among the danger
Somewhere in a stranger's eye
I've never been with anyone
In the way I've been with you
But if love is not for fun,
Then it's doomed, 'cause
Water races,
Water races down the waterfall,
The water races,
Water races down the waterfall
And I don't want to change you
I don't want to change you,
I don't want to change your mind
I just came across a manger
Where there is no danger
Where love has eyes and is not blind
@DaithiDeNogla
<3
@imm0rtal_s259
Hi
@insertsinsanity5893
Nogla you're awesome
@Awesomeman14
awesome david
@lyssahamilton1998
Sup
@ryannguyen3201
Someone that still has a good taste of music
@gonzaloquinteros4504
This song symbolizes how waiting feels like, like falling in the water over and over and over again, rising up and not doing nothing to avoid the next fall. Damien is a real genius.
@KellyCostaPereira
THIS!!!! 👏
@klaudiakrzempek149
*****
@zanesmith4289
You're a genius, too! :)