For All That I Am
21st CENTURY - ATeens Lyrics
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Last night, I came home too late
And you were there waiting
I know, it's easy to call
I guess I wasn't thinking of you
It's not that I don't care
You should know me better by now
I am sorry if I made you lonely and sad
I am sorry I made you feel bad
What I'm trying to say
I'm not always that way
So love me for all that I am
I know (I know) I often forget
To say that I love you (that I love you)
And yes (and yes) I truly regret
The times that I might have hurt you that way
It's not that I don't care
You should know me better by now
I am sorry if I made you lonely and sad
I am sorry I made you feel bad
What I'm trying to say
I'm not always that way
So love me for all that I am
True, I may defend the things I do
Though I know deep down I've done wrong
But when the heat comes down it's you
(It's you) that keeps me going on
For all that I amI'm sorry, made you feel sorry
Trying to say that I'm not always that way
Love me for all
I am sorry if I made you lonely and sad
I am sorry I made you feel bad
What I'm trying to say
I'm not always that way
So love me for all that I am
(For all that I am) That I am
(For all that I am)
The lyrics of "For All That I Am" by ATeens delve into themes of regret, apology, and self-reflection within a romantic relationship. The singer expresses remorse for their actions that have caused their partner to feel lonely, sad, and bad. The song opens with the singer acknowledging their mistake of coming home late and not thinking of their partner, leading to feelings of loneliness and sadness on their partner's part. Despite this, the singer asserts that their lack of consideration does not reflect their true feelings and they hope to be loved for their entirety.
The singer admits to a common flaw of forgetting to express their love verbally, which has led to instances of unintentional hurt. They emphasize that despite these shortcomings, their love for their partner is genuine and they are remorseful for any pain they may have caused. The sentiment of not showing love in the expected manner but still caring deeply is a central theme in these verses. It highlights the complexity of relationships and the importance of understanding and forgiveness.
The lyrics further explore the internal struggle of justifying one's actions while acknowledging their wrongdoings. The singer confesses to defending their behavior outwardly, but deep down, they know when they have erred. Despite their imperfections, they lean on their partner for support and motivation to keep moving forward. This vulnerability and reliance on their partner's love and understanding add depth to the narrative of the song.
In the closing lines, the repeated apologies and plea for acceptance and love for all that they are encapsulate the essence of the song. The singer seeks reconciliation and emphasizes their genuine intentions, urging their partner to see beyond their mistakes and appreciate them for their entirety. The song beautifully captures the complexities of relationships, the importance of communication and understanding, and the healing power of forgiveness and love.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm sorry, made you feel sorry
Apologizing for causing you pain and sorrow
Last night, I came home too late
Acknowledging coming home late and keeping you waiting
And you were there waiting
Recognizing your presence and patience
I know, it's easy to call
Admitting that calling should have been simple
I guess I wasn't thinking of you
Realizing a lack of consideration for you
It's not that I don't care
Clarifying that care is present
You should know me better by now
Expecting better understanding of self
I am sorry if I made you lonely and sad
Expressing regret for causing loneliness and sadness
I am sorry I made you feel bad
Apologizing for making you feel negative emotions
What I'm trying to say
Clarifying intention behind words
I'm not always that way
Asserting that behavior is not constant
So love me for all that I am
Asking for acceptance despite faults
I know (I know) I often forget
Acknowledging a tendency to forget
To say that I love you (that I love you)
Realizing a lack of verbal affirmation
And yes (and yes) I truly regret
Sincere remorse for past actions
The times that I might have hurt you that way
Recognizing potential hurtful actions
True, I may defend the things I do
Admitting to justifying actions
Though I know deep down I've done wrong
Acknowledging inner knowledge of wrongdoing
But when the heat comes down it's you
Recognizing support during challenges
(It's you) that keeps me going on
Valuing your role in perseverance
For all that I am
Despite shortcomings, accepting and valuing oneself
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREAS CLAESSON, JOHAN FOLKE NORBERG, JOHN HJALMARSSON
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@101st_AB
That little girl, with no regard for her own safety, shielding her brother is the real story here. That unselfish act of courage was amazing! Whoever you are, you're a hero in the truest sense!
@gadphin
I didn't even notice that. Thanks for pointing it out.
@nobleking100
The little boy tried to run an shield the man being shot, but the little girl grabbed him.
@seriousjack35
🙏🏾 blessings on blessings🙏🏾
@misslongfellow8988
YES! When I saw this that was my first thought- why is she not being hailed as a hero?!
@blanca2765
@@nobleking100 I think the boy was trying to run away but because the gun was next to the sisters head pointed in the direction the boy was trying to run too ,she quickly grabbed him and pulled him back down
@DadandAshton
Can we talk about, and praise to no end the little girl who shielded that child with her body? I have never seen such a selfless act of heroism. Ever. Ever. I'm speechless at her courage.
@truthjusticeliberty4all813
It happens more than we know. It would be nice if the news media reported more on what you and others said.
@logan5326
I never saw a wild thing sorry for itself. A small bird will drop frozen dead from a bough without ever having felt sorry for itself.
That lil’ girl was very courageous and loving.
@Prodbytocile
If you look a little bit he tries to push them out the way