Thinking Out Loud
- ED SHEERAN Lyrics


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When your legs don't work like they used to before
And I can't sweep you off of your feet
Will your mouth still remember the taste of my love
Will your eyes still smile from your cheeks

And darling I will be loving you 'til we're 70
And baby my heart could still fall as hard at 23
And I'm thinking 'bout how people fall in love in mysterious ways
Maybe just the touch of a hand
Oh me I fall in love with you every single day
And I just wanna tell you I am

So honey now
Take me into your loving arms
Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars
Place your head on my beating heart
I'm thinking out loud
Maybe we found love right where we are

When my hair's all but gone and my memory fades
And the crowds don't remember my name
When my hands don't play the strings the same way, mm
I know you will still love me the same

'Cause honey your soul can never grow old, it's evergreen
Baby your smile's forever in my mind and memory

I'm thinking 'bout how people fall in love in mysterious ways
Maybe it's all part of a plan
I'll just keep on making the same mistakes
Hoping that you'll understand

But baby now
Take me into your loving arms
Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars
Place your head on my beating heart
I'm thinking out loud
That maybe we found love right where we are, oh

(Ah la la, la la la, la la la, la la la la)

So baby now
Take me into your loving arms
Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars
Oh darling, place your head on my beating heart
I'm thinking out loud
That maybe we found love right where we are

Oh baby, we found love right where we are (maybe)
And we found love right where we are

Overall Meaning

ED SHEERAN’s song Thinking Out Loud is a romantic ballad that talks about ageless love and how two people can be deeply in love even after their prime. The song begins with Sheeran talking about the physical limitations of aging and the possibility of not being able to do things the same way again. However, he still asks if his partner’s memories can still remember the taste of his love and if her eyes can still smile the same way, showing how love can keep a relationship going when age takes over.


In the second verse, Sheeran talks about how his lover will still love him even after his hair is gone, his memory fades, and he cannot play the strings the same way as before. He talks about how her soul is evergreen and her smile is forever in his mind, emphasizing the importance of the soul connection in a relationship.


The chorus is a testament to everlasting love and wanting to be together forever. Sheeran wants to be with his lover every day, even when they are old and grey, and is grateful they have found love in each other. The song ends with Sheeran acknowledging that maybe they found love right where they are, reminding listeners of the power of true love and how it can happen when you least expect it.


Line by Line Meaning

When your legs don't work like they used to before
As you grow older and become more frail, there may be physical limitations that influence your capabilities and affect your mobility.


And I can't sweep you off of your feet
If your physical abilities have decreased, I may not be able to carry you or pick you up as before.


Will your mouth still remember the taste of my love
As time passes by, you may forget some of the details of our relationship, but the memory of our emotional connection and love will remain regardless.


Will your eyes still smile from your cheeks
Even if your physical appearance changes, I know that your inner joy and happiness will continue to shine through in your smile and your eyes.


And darling I will be loving you 'til we're 70
My love for you is eternal and will endure through the years and life's challenges, until we are both old and gray.


And baby my heart could still fall as hard at 23
The intensity of my love for you has not diminished over time, and I still feel strongly for you as I did when we were younger.


And I'm thinking 'bout how people fall in love in mysterious ways
Love is an inexplicable force that cannot be fully understood, and it often happens in ways that are unexpected and without explanation.


Maybe just the touch of a hand
Sometimes, the smallest gestures or acts of kindness can be the catalyst for love and have a significant impact on a relationship.


Oh me I fall in love with you every single day
My love for you is not only unwavering, but it also continues to grow and strengthen with each passing day.


And I just wanna tell you I am
I want to express my love for you and make sure you understand how deeply I feel for you.


So honey now
My dear, at this moment, as we share this intimate connection.


Take me into your loving arms
Embrace me and wrap me up in your affection, love, and tenderness.


Kiss me under the light of a thousand stars
Let us share this magical moment under the sky filled with stars and ignite our love with a kiss.


Place your head on my beating heart
Lay your head upon my chest, feel my heartbeat, and feel reassured that my love for you is unwavering and constant.


I'm thinking out loud
I am expressing my thoughts and feelings with you honestly and openly.


Maybe we found love right where we are
Perhaps the love we have discovered is right here, in this moment, in the present, in each other.


When my hair's all but gone and my memory fades
As we grow older, our physical and cognitive abilities may decline, but our connection and love for each other will endure if we cherish it.


And the crowds don't remember my name
If fame and notoriety fade and others forget about my identity, I know that you will always recognize and love me for who I am.


When my hands don't play the strings the same way, mm
If I lose my musical talents and skills, I know that you will still love me the same and appreciate me for other qualities.


I know you will still love me the same
I trust in the steadfastness of your love and the unbreakable bond we share, which transcends physical abilities and appearances.


'Cause honey your soul can never grow old, it's evergreen
The spirit and essence of who you are will remain timeless and ageless, and the purity and beauty of your soul will never decay or diminish.


Baby your smile's forever in my mind and memory
I cherish the memories of your precious smile and the moments we shared together, and they will always hold a special place in my heart.


Oh baby, we found love right where we are
Together, we have found love in each other, right here, right now, and it is a beautiful and profound thing.


And we found love right where we are
Our love is not contingent upon external factors, but it is inherent in the bond and connection we share with each other, and it is a precious and invaluable gift.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Bucks Music Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Amy Wadge, Edward Christopher Sheeran

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@7clouds

What makes a person fall in love with someone? 💟

@Xiaosato_

His madness

@sm_ghost_girl

the way my crush looks at me

@amie_huh1

the way the person cares to me

@sm_ghost_girl

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@Xiaosato_

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@kcscott11

I am 35. I have had some super messed up relationships. Suffered my entire life from anxiety and panic attacks and met my true love and had her and pushed her away because I wanted her to do better. Recently we have found each other again and I've never felt anything like it. I am literally so in love. Always have been. The amazing thing is, I can feel love radiating back to me from her . That's when I realized soul mates can exist.

@kirareneerich8067

You wanted her to be better and you feel her radiating love for you? Lol That is not a congruent train of thought

@sherikaflowers610

Congrats that's very rare

@jacksparrow-i1c

I'm glad someone else also found their love for life, wishing you the best for you and your lover

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