We've got all night just to make it all right
Would you take a walk with me?
I'll give you all I've got just spare me your time
And I promise you won't want to leave
Are you, are you falling for me?
This time, we'll find what we both need

[Chorus]
There's an old oak tree
We can swing and sway
We'll lock arms and legs (You're so far away)
When I look at you
You're so far away
Oh so far away
Oh if you could you just let go

Would you rest with me just for a while
I'll take you out of harms way
Like these branches that shelter the rain
We could lay here in our own shade
Are you, are you falling for me?
Just watch, the two of us will see

[Chorus]

There is so much that I could give to you
Just say you want me to
I know these roots could break the ground
And in the meantime our leaves will turn

But rest assured
We'll get through anything
Are you, are you falling for me
Like I'm oh I'm falling for you

[Chorus]

Just let go
Just let go
Just let go

Overall Meaning

Mae's song Just Let Go is a love anthem that speaks of a couple who can't be together because of distance or other hindrances. The song is about an invitation to a walk with the hope of finding what they both need. The couple has all night to make things right, and the singer only begs for a little of their partner's time and promises they won't regret it. As they eventually spend time together, they can't help but fall for each other, but the distance separating them makes them feel so far away. However, he proposes that they rest together, just like the old oak tree that shelters the rain. The singer assures the partner that they can overcome anything and just let go, to be together despite the surrounding situations.

The song's idea stems from a real-life relationship, and it provides an optimistic outlook on love and relationships. It suggests that love is worth the wait and that good things come to those who are patient. The love story presented in the song is heartwarming, and it makes the listener believe in the power of love. The metaphorical use of nature also implies that nature can provide a comforting solitude that can never be found anywhere. It also depicts that nature can offer itself to present love to those deserving of it.

Line by Line Meaning

We've got all night just to make it all right
We have enough time to fix what's wrong between us.

Would you take a walk with me?
Let's go somewhere where we can talk alone.

I'll give you all I've got just spare me your time
I can offer you everything you need, but I need your time and attention.

And I promise you won't want to leave
I'm confident that after we talk, you won't want to walk away from us.

Are you, are you falling for me?
Do you feel the same way about me as I do about you?

This time, we'll find what we both need
We are determined to achieve our common goal this time.

There's an old oak tree
We can sit or swing under the shade of that old oak tree.

We can swing and sway
We can enjoy a gentle breeze and move rhythmically with it.

We'll lock arms and legs (You're so far away)
Let's get closer to each other while holding each other tightly.

When I look at you
I realize that we still have a long distance between us.

You're so far away
Our minds and hearts are not in sync yet.

Oh so far away
We are hesitant to reveal our true feelings.

Oh if you could you just let go
If you can overcome your reservations and open up to me.

Would you rest with me just for a while
Can we take a moment to be together and feel peaceful?

I'll take you out of harms way
If you are feeling troubled, let me protect you and give you peace of mind.

Like these branches that shelter the rain
I'll be like these tree branches, offering a shelter from the storm.

We could lay here in our own shade
Let's find solace together and take a break from the world outside.

Just watch, the two of us will see
We'll experience something magical if we plunge into this uncharted territory.

There is so much that I could give to you
There's so much I want to bring into your life and make it better.

Just say you want me to
But first, you need to express your feelings so that I know what you want.

I know these roots could break the ground
Our relationship can grow deep and strong beyond anything we imagined.

And in the meantime our leaves will turn
Time will pass, but our love will be constant as the seasons change.

But rest assured
Be confident that I'll do everything I can to make it work.

We'll get through anything
Together, we can overcome any obstacles and find a way through.

Like I'm oh I'm falling for you
I'm completely in love with you and falling harder every day.

Just let go
Finally, let go of your guard and fall into my heart.

Just let go
It's time to take a leap of faith and trust in what we have.

Just let go
Free yourself from doubts and fears, and let yourself love me.

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