I Was Wrong
Badly Drawn Boy Lyrics
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And it's a miracle I ever found you
Do the colors of the rainbow radiate to everyone
Now I don't know how I could live without you
But certainly I know I'm not about to
I don't believe in anything I see unless I can feel it too
In “I Was Wrong,” Badly Drawn Boy (aka Damon Gough) explores the power of love and the transformation it can bring. The opening lines establish the singer’s deep devotion to his partner, asserting that he always hoped he could build his world around them. The use of the word “miracle” highlights just how lucky the singer feels to have found their significant other.
The singer then asks whether the colors of the rainbow radiate to everyone, a metaphor that speaks to the universal nature of love. It can be felt and experienced by all but only those who have experienced it can truly appreciate its beauty. This idea is reinforced by the next line, which suggests that the singer cannot imagine living without their partner.
The final line - “I don't believe in anything I see unless I can feel it too” - reflects the singer’s newfound trust in their emotions. They have come to understand that true understanding and belief can only come from experiencing something firsthand. Overall, the song highlights the transformative power of love and the importance of believing in what we feel.
Line by Line Meaning
I always hoped I'd build my world around you
My life has always been centered around you, and I wanted to make sure you were a significant part of it.
And it's a miracle I ever found you
I consider it an extraordinary stroke of luck that I got to meet and eventually be with you.
Do the colors of the rainbow radiate to everyone
I'm curious if everyone perceives the same beauty as I do, and it's as vivid to them as it is to me.
Now I don't know how I could live without you
You've become such an essential part of my life that I don't know how I'd manage or survive without you.
But certainly I know I'm not about to
I'm confident that I'll never have to live without you as long as we're together.
I don't believe in anything I see unless I can feel it too
I need to experience something with my own senses before I can trust that it's real or valid.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAMON MICHAEL GOUGH
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