To Whom It May Concern
The Civil Wars Lyrics
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In my arms is where you ought to be.
How long will you make me wait?
I don't know how much more I can take.
I missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh but I want to
How I do
Slowly counting down the days
'Til I finally know your name
Oh, the way your hand feels round my waist
the way you laugh
the way your kisses taste
I missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh but I want to
How I do
How I do
I've missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh I missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh but I want to
Oh how I want to
Dear, whoever you might be
I'm still waiting patiently
The Civil Wars's song To Whom It May Concern is a heartfelt ballad that expresses the longing and anticipation of the unknown person who will ultimately become the singer's partner. The opening lines of the song, "Why are you so far from me? In my arms is where you ought to be", sets the tone and conveys the desire and yearning for a deeper connection. These lines portray the sense of loneliness that the singer feels, and how they want someone to be with them physically, emotionally, and mentally.
The lines, "How long will you make me wait? I don't know how much more I can take," further emphasize the longing and yearning that the singer feels while waiting for this person. They are tired of waiting and want to start their life with the person they are meant to be with.
The verses "Slowly counting down the days 'Til I finally know your name/Oh, the way your hand feels round my waist/The way you laugh/The way your kisses taste" reveal the singer's anticipation, as they imagine the touch, feeling, and emotions they will experience with their partner. The lyrics are filled with hope and optimism that one day they will be with the person they have been waiting for.
Overall, To Whom It May Concern is an intimate ode to the singer's future partner, showcasing their longing, anticipation, and yearning for love that they have yet to find.
Line by Line Meaning
Why are you so far from me?
I feel as though we should be closer than we are right now.
In my arms is where you ought to be.
I believe that the ideal place for you is in my embrace.
How long will you make me wait?
I'm not sure how much more time I can spend waiting for you to finally arrive.
I don't know how much more I can take.
The anticipation of meeting you has become almost unbearable.
I missed you
I've never met you before, but I feel like I have missed something.
But I haven't met you
I have yet to have the pleasure of making your acquaintance.
Oh but I want to
I am eagerly looking forward to the moment when we can finally meet.
How I do
My desire to meet you is incredibly strong.
Slowly counting down the days
I am patiently waiting for the day when we will finally cross paths.
'Til I finally know your name
I am eagerly anticipating the moment when I will learn your name.
Oh, the way your hand feels round my waist
I imagine how it will feel when you place your hand around my waist.
the way you laugh
I am looking forward to experiencing the beauty of your laughter.
the way your kisses taste
I anticipate the moment when I will finally have the opportunity to taste your kisses.
Dear, whoever you might be
I am addressing this message to the person who will one day capture my heart.
I'm still waiting patiently
I am patiently waiting for the moment when we will finally meet each other.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOY WILLIAMS, JOHN WHITE
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Why are you so far from me?
In my arms is where you ought to be.
How long will you make me wait?
I don't know how much more I can take.
I missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh but I want to
How I do
Slowly counting down the days
'Til I finally know your name
Oh, the way your hand feels round my waist
the way you laugh
the way your kisses taste
I missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh but I want to
How I do
How I do
I've missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh I missed you
But I haven't met you
Oh but I want to
Oh how I want to
Dear, whoever you might be
I'm still waiting patiently
@craighorle5452
Their music has a simplicity that disguises their superb arrangements and masterful harmonies. Their break-up not only is a blow to the American music scene but a truly sad loss to the thousands of fans who loved them, myself among them.
@Joella22
11 years later. and i still love this. so much.
@aliahnour7819
True ❤
@JasColeWood
They are the only duo like this. And it sucks that they broke up because I will never hear anything as beautiful as the way they sound. Unless someone has any options.
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JasColeWood Punch Brothers "Julep"
@ILoVeHuMaNs
Swell season
@amandafeliciano542
Check out Jason Mrazs recent album "Yes" with Raining Jane....you'll die. ;)
@sevchyk
listen to Don't Talk by the Beach Boys and you'll hear something beautiful.
@jonplauche5020
The honeydew drops
@BillyLuver0
The music they made together was beautiful. They were definitely a one of a kid duo. I hope some day in the future they can reconcile and create more beautiful music for us.