I Need Your Love
Boston Lyrics


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Can't help this feeling
Can't help this feeling

I can't believe it's open for discussion
We've said our goodbyes
I've been a fool not to see the repercussions
You've had in my life
I'm at the point of no return
I've finally crossed the line
Don't want to stop and watch the bridges burn
'Cause I can't stand to see you stay behind

[Chorus]
I need your love
I want you every way
I need your love
Can't help this feeling coming back everyday

I stayed around hoping you'd discover
How much there was to lose
I spelled it out, I led you to the water
But you're too blind to choose
I gave it everything and more to make it
I've waited for so long
I saw the chance to run and had to take it
But something's missing and I know it's wrong

[Chorus]

I've passed the point of no return
And all the tears have dried
Don't want to stop and watch the bridges burn
'Cause I keep wishing I was on your side

I need your love
I want you every way
And I need your love
Can't help this feeling





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Boston's "I Need Your Love" express a deep longing and desperation for love that the singer cannot help but feel. The opening lines "Can't help this feeling, can't help this feeling" emphasize the intense and uncontrollable nature of their emotions. They acknowledge that the situation is open for discussion, implying that there might be unresolved issues or a lack of clarity in their relationship.


The singer reflects on saying their goodbyes, indicating that they have previously parted ways. However, they now realize the consequences of their actions and admit that they were foolish not to see the impact that the other person had in their life. They have reached a point of no return where they have crossed a line and can no longer go back. They express a fear of watching the bridges burn and witnessing the other person stay behind, indicating that they don't want to see them move on without their love.


In the second verse, the singer describes how they have stayed around, hoping that the other person would realize the value of their relationship and what they stood to lose. They spell it out and lead them to the metaphorical water, but the other person remains blind to choose. The singer has given everything they could and more to make it work, but despite waiting for a long time, they feel something is missing and recognize that it's wrong.


The chorus repeats the plea for love, with the singer stating that they need the other person's love and want them in every way. They express that the feeling of needing them keeps coming back every day, emphasizing the intensity and persistence of their emotions. The lyrics highlight the singer's acceptance that they have passed the point of no return and that the tears have dried. They don't want to witness the bridges burn, implying a yearning to be on the other person's side.


Overall, "I Need Your Love" portrays the yearning and desperation of someone who realizes the importance of a past relationship and longs for it to be rekindled, despite the challenges and consequences they may face.


Line by Line Meaning

Can't help this feeling
I am unable to control this emotion


Can't help this feeling
I am unable to control this emotion


I can't believe it's open for discussion
I am surprised that this topic is up for debate


We've said our goodbyes
We have already bid farewell


I've been a fool not to see the repercussions
I have been foolish to not perceive the consequences


You've had in my life
You have made an impact on my life


I'm at the point of no return
I have reached a stage where there is no going back


I've finally crossed the line
I have finally violated a boundary


Don't want to stop and watch the bridges burn
I do not wish to witness the destruction of our connection


'Cause I can't stand to see you stay behind
Because I cannot bear to see you left behind


I need your love
I require your affection


I want you every way
I desire you in all aspects


I need your love
I require your affection


Can't help this feeling coming back everyday
I am unable to control this recurring emotion


I stayed around hoping you'd discover
I lingered, hoping you would realize


How much there was to lose
The extent of what could be lost


I spelled it out, I led you to the water
I clearly explained, I guided you towards the opportunity


But you're too blind to choose
But you are too unaware to make a decision


I gave it everything and more to make it
I exerted all efforts and even beyond to achieve success


I've waited for so long
I have waited for an extended period


I saw the chance to run and had to take it
I recognized the opportunity to escape and had to seize it


But something's missing and I know it's wrong
But something is absent, and I am aware it is incorrect


I've passed the point of no return
I have surpassed the stage where there is no going back


And all the tears have dried
And all the tears have ceased


Don't want to stop and watch the bridges burn
I do not wish to witness the destruction of our connection


'Cause I keep wishing I was on your side
Because I continually yearn to be on your side


I need your love
I require your affection


I want you every way
I desire you in all aspects


And I need your love
And I require your affection


Can't help this feeling
I am unable to control this emotion


I need your love
I require your affection


Can't help this feeling
I am unable to control this emotion




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRED C. SAMPSON, TOM SCHOLZ

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Brad Elliott

1976 ,, I was 13 years old and when I first heard More Than A Feeling it changed the way I listened to music ,, I was a monster hard rock fan and to me this was different ,,, more like a symphony ,, Im 57 now and Bostons first album is still one of the most listened too albums in my playlist ,, great band

CenRn Jones

Right!

Diego Emilio de Mileto Rodríguez

Oh yeah 😎⭐✌️

Juan Carlos Angulo Palacios

1976 ahhh!!.. I was born that nostalgic year. What a Year! The best year!...

Rosanna Boccafoschi

I'm 21 and I started listening to Boston a couple of weeks ago, today I can say I LOVE BOSTON. They're absolutely great.. I feel the magic when I listen to them.. <3

ManiMal

now you are 31 still listen? 🤣

Music 328

This be their 1994 comeback hit.

Lars Nielsen

Very glad to hear a young person likes old classic Rock Music. The Walk On album is one of their best!

Patriot Tex

@Geoff Holliday Triumph is great!

Patriot Tex

I'm 48 and have listened to this band for 32 years. It's real music made with real talent which is what causes those real feelings for their music. Welcome to the club. My favorite band of all time.

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