When You Love Someone
James Tw Lyrics
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Don't be hanging 'round the back of the schoolyard
I've been called up by a teacher
She says she can't even reach you 'cause you're so far
You've been talking with your fist
We didn't raise you up like this, now did we
There've been changes in this house
Things that you don't know about in this family
It don't make sense, but nevertheless
You gotta believe us, it's all for the best
It don't make sense
The way things go
Son, you should know
Sometimes moms and dads fall out of love
Sometimes two homes are better than one
Some things you can't tell your sister 'cause she's still too young
Yeah, you'll understand
When you love someone
There ain't no one here to blame
And nothing's going to change with your old friends
Your room will stay the same
'Cause you'll only be away on the weekends
It don't make sense, but nevertheless
You gotta believe us, it's all for the best
It don't make sense
It don't add up
We'll always love you no matter what
Sometimes moms and dads fall out of love
Sometimes two homes are better than one
Some things you can't tell your sister 'cause she's still too young
Yeah, you'll understand
When you love someone
When you love someone
Come home early after class
Don't be hanging 'round the back of the schoolyard
And if we're crying on the couch
Don't let it freak you out
This has been so hard
Sometimes moms and dads fall out of love
Sometimes the best intentions just ain't enough
Some things you can't tell your sister 'cause she's still too young
Yeah, you'll understand
When you love someone
When you love someone
When you love someone
When you love someone
The song "When You Love Someone" by James Tw is a heartwarming ballad that explores the sensitive theme of divorce from a child's perspective. The lyrics of the song depict a conversation between a concerned parent and their child, who seems to be acting out due to the family's recent turmoil. The parent explains why things are the way they are and why it's all for the best, but the child struggles to understand. The song goes on to describe the complex emotions and difficult situations that result from a divorce, and the ultimate message is that even though it's painful and confusing, love will endure.
The opening lines of the song establish the setting, with the parent urging the child to come home early from school and stay away from the "back of the schoolyard." This sets the tone for the rest of the song, implying that the child is acting out or getting into trouble due to the family's situation. The parent goes on to reveal that they've been called by the child's teacher, who can't even reach them because they're so angry and distant.
As the song progresses, the parent tries to explain the reasons behind the divorce, but the child struggles to understand. The lyrics suggest that the child is either too young or too upset to grasp the situation. The line "Some things you can't tell your sister 'cause she's still too young" emphasizes the fact that younger children may not be able to comprehend the complexities of adult relationships.
Despite the heavy subject matter, the song remains optimistic and hopeful. The chorus repeats the message that "when you love someone," even difficult situations can be overcome. Ultimately, the song is a reminder that parents and children will always love each other, even when things are tough.
Line by Line Meaning
Come home early after class
We want you to come back home right after school ends
Don't be hanging 'round the back of the schoolyard
Don't loiter around the back of the school premises when you leave
I've been called up by a teacher
Your teacher has contacted me
She says she can't even reach you 'cause you're so far
Your teacher is not being able to reach/speak to you because you are too distant
You've been talking with your fist
You've been using physical aggression instead of talking to communicate
We didn't raise you up like this, now did we
We never taught you to behave in this manner
There have been changes in this house
There have been changes/developments in the family
Things that you don't know about in this family
Things that you are unaware of that have happened in the family
It don't make sense, but nevertheless
Even though it may not seem logical or reasonable
You gotta believe us, it's all for the best
You must have faith in us, as it is for your betterment
The way things go
The way things turn out to be sometimes
Son you should know
As our child, you should be aware
Sometimes moms and dads fall out of love
Sometimes parents stop loving each other
Sometimes two homes are better than one
Sometimes it's better to have two separate homes instead of one where there are conflicts
Some things you can't tell your sister 'cause she's still too young
There are some things that you cannot share with your sister because of her age
Yeah you'll understand
You will comprehend the situation one day
When you love someone
When you genuinely care for someone
There ain't no one here to blame
There's no one to point fingers at for this situation
Nothing's going to change with your old friends
Your friendship with your old friends will stay the same
Your room will stay the same
Your room will stay as it is
'Cause you'll only be away on the weekends
As you'll be away only on weekends
It don't add up
It doesn't make sense
We'll always love you no matter what
We'll always love and support you, regardless of the situation
And if we're crying on the couch
If you find us crying on the couch
Don't let it freak you out
Don't get anxious or perturbed about it
This has been so hard
This has been extremely difficult for us
Sometimes the best intentions just ain't enough
Sometimes even with good intentions, things may not work out
When you love someone
True love is unconditional and can overcome tough times
When you love someone
Love can make you understand and empathize with others' emotions
When you love someone
Love can give you the strength to handle difficult situations
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: James Taylor-Watts, Nolan Sipe, Sam Hollander
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@theharshtruthoutthere
John 8:32 - And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.
Luke 11:28 | View whole chapter | See verse in context
But he said, Yea rather, blessed are they that hear the word of God, and keep it.
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RAPTURE – Just in the blink of an eye – that tiny moment.
TRIBULATION – 7 YEARS LONG.
2nd DEATH – FOREVER. (don´t end up dead 2nd time, don´t stay wicked – REPENT AND BORN AGAIN).
Revelation 20:14 | View whole chapter | See verse in context
And death and hell were cast into the lake of fire. This is the second death.
@rivergolbrock7100
The words "somtimes two homes are better than one" hits me so hard
@TheEbayNomad
River Golbrock I Hate my moms house and love my dads I just got out of my counselors room and talked to him about it I showed him a note and he told me that if I ever hit that hard again to call him and he’ll pull the plug and I’ll go over to my dads house and if my mom doesn’t let him do that he taking me to the hospital. Life’s rough I’m also just starting high school and trying to get good grades.
Update: My mom doesn’t want me spending a week at my dads and stuff is getting tense and my dad may be take it to court to let me do this I’ll make another update later once everything has happened
Update 2: Can’t believe this got so many likes things are going good I’ve been getting good grades, I’m able to have restbit(breaks when I need them) at my moms house I’ve learned to stay in my room as much as possible and that usually reduces the drama and my relationship is better with my mom and there’s 50/50 custody now. I also just got a truck for $1000 and fixed it up and it’s now worth probably $3000. Life’s going a lot better thanks for all the support :)
Update 3: Things went crazy. I’ve been df my dads for probably about a month now full time after my mom went psycho and when we didn’t come back she threatened to get her attorneys involved so we went ahead and filed a change of circumstances and are fighting to get to choose where we want to live. This stress is too much and I barely holding it together at home and in school. It’s got to the point where I don’t even study anymore and barely turn my assignments in on time. I’ll try and update after the court case
@jiminyougotnojams7201
River Golbrock same
@haileylockwood7990
Ikr
@Helena-qw5cg
@@TheEbayNomad Good luck
@sophiapfeifferkjerumgaard7345
Me too
@ayenbillona3597
When u came from this kind of broken home and u fear that one day it will happen again to your own family.
@doeybaegle8900
@Ayen Bellona yeah I think about it all the time...its a promise I've made to myself that I need to take the time to find the perfect person for me and my future kids, and I've been actively preparing learning how to argue and solve problems...not fight and when I'm married I promised myself ill be the perfect parent and spouse...it won't happen...just take the steps
@laylaabbott2165
That is true
@anngitau3307
So true