If Only
9s†yl.e Lyrics
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Where I'm alone
And let me breathe
Where heaven only knows
Let the wind hold me so tight
I just wanna sleep tonight
So when I'm gone
Once in a while
Let it play for long
Let it play along
Only if I die
All my dreams become real tonight
Only if I die
There will be no tears left to cry
Only if die
Only if I let you sleep tonight
Memories of what used to be
Aren't as clear as they seemed
And the pictures of what's next to come
Aren't as clear no more
I'm just hoping I get the time
To tell you it's alright to cry sometimes
So when I'm gone
Play this song
Once in a while
Let it play for long
Let it play along
Only if I die
All my dreams become real tonight
Only if I die
There will be no tears left to cry
Only if die
Only if I let you sleep tonight
The song "If Only" by 9s†yl.e is a poignant ballad about longing for a sense of peace and comfort, even if it means death. The opening lines "Take me home/ Where I'm alone/ And let me breathe/ Where heaven only knows" suggest a desire to escape from the constant noise and chaos of the outside world into a place of solitude and quiet where one can find respite from the struggles and stresses of life. The singer seeks solace in the embrace of the wind, wishing to be held tightly so they can sleep peacefully at night.
The song takes a somber turn in the chorus with the lines "Only if I die/ All my dreams become real tonight/ Only if I die/ There will be no tears left to cry/ Only if die/ Only if I let you sleep tonight." These lyrics suggest that death may be the only way for the singer's dreams to be realized and for them to find peace. They also indicate a desire for the people left behind to be free from the pain and sorrow of grief, and to find comfort in the thought that the singer is at peace.
The second verse talks about the hazy nature of memories and the uncertainty of the future, with the lines "Memories of what used to be/ Aren't as clear as they seemed/ And the pictures of what's next to come/ Aren't as clear no more." The singer's hope is that they will have the chance to tell their loved ones that it's okay to cry, that it's alright to experience the emotions that come with loss.
Overall, "If Only" is a hauntingly beautiful song that speaks to the human longing for a sense of release and comfort in the face of life's struggles and hardships.
Line by Line Meaning
Take me home
Bring me to a place where I feel comfortable and safe
Where I'm alone
Somewhere I can be by myself, away from others
And let me breathe
Allow me to relax and take deep, calming breaths
Where heaven only knows
A place so peaceful and heavenly that it can only be imagined
Let the wind hold me so tight
Let the surrounding nature embrace me, providing warmth and comfort
I just wanna sleep tonight
All I want is peace and rest, without any worries or stress
So when I'm gone
After I am no longer present in this world
Play this song
Listen to this music that I created
Once in a while
Occasionally, to remember me
Let it play for long
Listen to it for an extended period of time, to feel my presence
Let it play along
Allow it to blend with your thoughts and emotions, so we can be together again
Only if I die
Only if I am no longer alive
All my dreams become real tonight
My deepest desires and aspirations will finally come true
There will be no tears left to cry
There will be no more sorrow or pain, as I am now at peace
Only if I die
Only through my death
Only if I let you sleep tonight
Only if I allow you to rest without worrying about my well-being
Memories of what used to be
Reminiscence of what once was
Aren't as clear as they seemed
The memories are now fading and becoming unclear
And the pictures of what's next to come
The perception of the future is not as certain as before
Aren't as clear no more
Ambiguity and unpredictability are now present
I'm just hoping I get the time
I desire to have the opportunity
To tell you it's alright to cry sometimes
To assure you that it's okay to show emotions and vulnerability
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Jacobo
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