Sweetness
Adam Newling Lyrics
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To hear the sweetness of saying sorry
The planes wouldn't take off in the wet
If I wait for the morning
To kiss your temple while you′re sleeping
Your head wouldn't be so filled with regret
And we'll never say, even if we talk all day
And maybe it′s bad, ′cause you're the best I′ve ever had
But sometimes friends are put to rest
If I wait for this evеning
Transcendental ocean feelings
Thе graves, they would've all gone and dug themselves
If I wait for my end, Lord
You call me sweetheart, you take my pants off
The waves wouldn′t all be so filled with salt
And we'll never say, even if we talk all day
The things that are really on our chest
But maybe it′s bad, 'cause you're the best I′ve ever had
But sometimes friends are put to rest
And I won′t go waiting, every little thing
Can't always be fucking good
And I called you to conquer the world once over
Not to start a war
And I won′t go waiting, every little thing
Can't always be fucking good
And I called you to conquer the world once over
Not to start a war
In Adam Newling's song Sweetness, the lyrics suggest a sense of urgency and the importance of not delaying important actions. The first stanza highlights the regret that can be felt if apologies are not said in a timely manner. Waiting until tomorrow to apologize leaves the singer feeling as if the opportunity to make amends has passed. The second stanza sets a similar tone, but this time the focus is on the importance of expressing love and appreciation while it is still possible. Waiting until later can lead to missed opportunities and feelings of regret.
The chorus of the song is a repetition that emphasizes the importance of being open and honest with one's feelings. The singer acknowledges that sometimes it can be difficult to express what is truly on one's chest, but it is necessary in order to maintain healthy relationships. While the singer views the person they are addressing as the best they have ever had, there is a sense of melancholy in the realization that sometimes friendships come to an end.
The final stanza is perhaps the most emotionally charged, as the singer seems to be frustrated with the fact that not everything can be perfect all the time. There are moments of disappointment and conflict that occur in even the strongest relationships. The singer reassures the person they are addressing that the intention was never to start a war, but rather to conquer the world together.
Line by Line Meaning
If I'd wait for tomorrow
Delaying apologizing would cause more problems than solving them.
To hear the sweetness of saying sorry
The act of apologizing can bring comfort and resolution to a ruptured relationship.
The planes wouldn't take off in the wet
Some things won't happen in certain circumstances.
If I wait for the morning
Delaying an action until a later time may lead to missed opportunities.
To kiss your temple while you're sleeping
Expressing affection and tenderness should not be postponed.
Your head wouldn't be so filled with regret
Apologizing and resolving conflicts can free one from regret and guilt.
And we'll never say, even if we talk all day
Not everything can be expressed through verbal communication.
The things that are really on our chest
Personal feelings and emotions are not always easy to share.
And maybe it's bad, 'cause you're the best I've ever had
Saying goodbye to a valued friend can be a painful experience.
But sometimes friends are put to rest
Friendships may come to an end for various reasons.
If I wait for this evening
Delaying an action until a later time may lead to missed opportunities.
Transcendental ocean feelings
Emotions that make one feel connected to something greater than oneself.
The graves, they would've all gone and dug themselves
Some things cannot be avoided, they will happen regardless of our actions.
If I wait for my end, Lord
Delaying an action until a later time may lead to missed opportunities.
You call me sweetheart, you take my pants off
Intimate moments with loved ones should not be delayed or ignored.
The waves wouldn't all be so filled with salt
Negative emotions can be draining and affect those around us.
And I won't go waiting, every little thing
It's important to take action and not procrastinate.
Can't always be fucking good
Life is not always easy or pleasant.
And I called you to conquer the world once over
Sharing goals and aspirations with loved ones can inspire and motivate.
Not to start a war
Conflicts and arguments should be avoided in interpersonal relationships.
Writer(s): Adam Newling
Contributed by Lucy S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@emokid3131
I've been back so many times. And I may have had a few wines. But I'm crying 😅 Music has so much power over me.
@LiammonLemon
<3 to those we have put to rest.
Thank you guys
@krystaladams8851
Absolutely great Aussie song...sweet lullaby with a rocking end....hottest 100 top shelf then some.
@jamienicholson4754
Awesome! This goes from Tallest Man on Earth to The Lumineers -What a Journey.
@lukelang5456
Hottest 100 Smokey!
@RangaLovesABeer88
I’m hearing ya for sure man
@Chris-iz3qx
This song is a religious experience
@tompatterson1948
This is going straight to the top of my hottest 100 shortlist!
@RangaLovesABeer88
My number 1 for sure man
@DJHaworth
Agree