Affirmation
野人花园savage garden Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴

I believe the sun should never set upon an argument
I believe we place our happiness in other people's hands
I believe that junk food tastes so good because it's bad for you
I believe your parents did the best job they knew how to do
I believe that beauty magazines promote low self esteem
I believe I'm loved when I'm completely by myself alone

I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned
I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye

I believe you can't control or choose your sexuality
I believe that trust is more important than monogamy
I believe that your most attractive features are your heart and soul
I believe that family is worth more than money or gold
I believe the struggle for financial freedom isn't fair
I believe the only ones who disagree are millionaires

I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned
I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye

I believe forgiveness is the key to your unhappiness
I believe that wedded bliss negates the need to be undressed
I believe that God does not endorse TV evangelists
I believe in love surviving death into eternity

I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned




I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye

Overall Meaning

"Affirmation" by Savage Garden is a song that encourages introspection and self-reflection, highlighting the importance of understanding one's beliefs and values. The lyrics revolve around a set of personal affirmations that the singer believes in, inviting listeners to examine their own beliefs as well. The song begins with a statement that arguments should be resolved before the day ends, emphasizing the importance of communication and resolution. The singer acknowledges that we often depend on others for our happiness and that insecurity is perpetuated by beauty magazines. However, the belief that we are loved when we are alone reinforces the idea that self-love is crucial.


The lyrics continue to touch on themes of love, trust, family, and forgiveness. The concept of karma is introduced, with emphasis on the idea that what we give is what we get in return. Real love is appreciated only after experiencing heartbreak, and the grass is not necessarily greener on the other side. The song suggests that we value certain things, such as family, over money, and material possessions. The lyrics also critique televangelists and uphold the belief in love surviving after death. Overall, the song celebrates the value of individual belief and encourages listeners to find their own personal affirmations.


Line by Line Meaning

I believe the sun should never set upon an argument
I believe that it is important to resolve conflicts before the end of the day


I believe we place our happiness in other people's hands
I believe that we often rely on others for our own happiness


I believe that junk food tastes so good because it's bad for you
I believe that unhealthy food is enjoyable, but ultimately harmful to our health


I believe your parents did the best job they knew how to do
I believe that our parents did their best in raising us with the tools and knowledge they had at the time


I believe that beauty magazines promote low self esteem
I believe that beauty standards depicted in magazines can negatively impact one's self-esteem


I believe I'm loved when I'm completely by myself alone
I believe that self-love and acceptance is important in feeling loved and valued


I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe in the concept of karma, where we receive what we give to the universe


I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned
I believe that experiencing heartbreak is necessary in order to truly appreciate and understand love


I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe that things are not always better in other situations or circumstances


I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye
I believe that we often take people or things for granted until they are no longer a part of our lives


I believe you can't control or choose your sexuality
I believe that one's sexuality is not something that can be controlled or chosen


I believe that trust is more important than monogamy
I believe that trust is an essential component in any relationship, perhaps more than the concept of monogamy


I believe that your most attractive features are your heart and soul
I believe that one's character and inner qualities are what truly define their attractiveness


I believe that family is worth more than money or gold
I believe that having a close and loving family is more valuable than wealth or material possessions


I believe the struggle for financial freedom isn't fair
I believe that the kind of success or financial freedom one achieves is not always a fair or just process


I believe the only ones who disagree are millionaires
I believe that only millionaires (who have already achieved financial freedom) may argue that the struggle for it is fair


I believe forgiveness is the key to your unhappiness
I believe that holding onto grudges and not forgiving others can lead to personal unhappiness and suffering


I believe that wedded bliss negates the need to be undressed
I believe that a happy and fulfilling marriage includes more than just physical attraction and intimacy


I believe that God does not endorse TV evangelists
I believe that it is questionable whether or not God would support evangelists who promote themselves through television


I believe in love surviving death into eternity
I believe in the idea that love transcends death and can continue on beyond this life




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DANIEL JONES, DARREN HAYES, DARREN STANLEY HAYES

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Comments from YouTube:

@AlejandroSalomonEmprendeduro

This hits differently as you get older... damn ❤️

@MsJenn1985

@That420Guy my husband used to sing this song to me and say “this is us”, he died at Christmas and my friend heard it yesterday and said “this is you”, from that exact line, and I knew what I had, but you still live with regret regardless xx

@colinesquire2480

Absolutely you realise how much trivial stuff bothered you before

@KIELTUR

We are getting wiser. I love the lyrics. It is a poem - an affirmation

@catzb37

@MsJenn1985 I am so sorry for your loss! 💚

@eddiepenman8291

Very true

17 More Replies...

@lyndaclark344

I'm so glad this is getting a revival in 2024!!!

@brandonmoore7497

I’m listening to Savage Garden Affirmation early February 2024

0:56

@guillecanales11

“I believe your most attractive features are your heart and soul” so true! Who’s listening in 2021!!!

@nailsbykacey9979

Greets from Germany 🙂

More Comments

More Versions