According to author Marc Shapiro, her first love was a bisexual man who cheated on her with a man before they even started dating. (They had planned to date, though.) However, he did not say whether it influenced this song, and Adele has left no comment on his words.
That man inspired her song “Daydreamer”, however, it’s more likely this song is about the separate ex-boyfriend that inspired much of rest of 19.
First Love
Adele Lyrics
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Despite my empty mouth the words are in my mind
Please wear the face, the one where you smile
Because you lighten up my heart when I start to cry
Forgive me first love, but I'm tired
I need to get away to feel again
Try to understand why
Don't get so close to change my mind
Please wipe that look out of your eyes
It's bribing me to doubt myself
Simply, it's tiring
This love has dried up and stayed behind
And if I stay I'll be a lie
Then choke on words I'd always hide
Excuse me first love, but we're through
I need to taste the kiss from someone new
Forgive me first love, but I'm too tired
I'm bored to say the least and I, I lack desire
Forgive me first love, forgive me first love
Forgive me first love, forgive me first love
Forgive me, forgive me first love
Forgive me first love
Adele's "First Love" is a song that explores the pain and exhaustion of a relationship that has run its course. The opening stanza shows how the singer is struggling to articulate their thoughts and emotions, despite having a lot on their mind. They implore their partner to put on a smile because it brings joy to their heart, even as they struggle to contain their tears. The repetition of "So little to say but so much time" emphasizes the urgency and significance of the situation.
The second stanza is where the singer makes their intentions clear. They ask their first love for forgiveness for feeling tired and needing to get away to feel alive again. They are begging their partner to see things from their perspective and not to try to change their mind or make them feel guilty. The line "Please wipe that look out of your eyes" reveals how the partner's emotional manipulation is making it difficult for the singer to have faith in themselves. The final stanza employs repetition again, but this time it's to emphasize the desperation that the singer feels. They are so bored and lacking in desire that they need to seek new experiences and new love to revive their soul.
Overall, "First Love" is a heartfelt song that deals with themes of love, heartbreak, and the need for personal growth. Adele's powerful voice and evocative lyrics make this song unforgettable.
Line by Line Meaning
So little to say but so much time
I have so much time to tell you everything that's in my mind, but I don't even know where to start.
Despite my empty mouth the words are in my mind
I can't find the right words to say, but my mind is filled with thoughts and emotions.
Please wear the face, the one where you smile
I need you to put on a happy face, because your smile has the amazing power of making me feel better.
Because you lighten up my heart when I start to cry
When I cry, you're always there to lift me up and make me feel better, and for that I'm grateful.
Forgive me first love, but I'm tired
I'm sorry, but I'm feeling exhausted, drained and worn out by our relationship.
I need to get away to feel again
I need a break, some air to breathe and some space to get in touch with my emotions again.
Try to understand why
I want you to understand the reasons behind what I'm about to do.
Don't get so close to change my mind
Please don't try to persuade me to change my decision, because it's already made up.
Please wipe that look out of your eyes
I can see the sadness and hurt in your eyes, and it's making me doubt myself.
It's bribing me to doubt myself
Your look is tempting me to doubt myself and reconsider my decision, but I can't let that happen.
Simply, it's tiring
This constant struggle is draining me, and I need to move on.
This love has dried up and stayed behind
Our love has dried up, and there's no turning back to what it used to be.
And if I stay I'll be a lie
If I stay with you, I'll be living a lie and pretending that everything is okay.
Then choke on words I'd always hide
If I stay with you, I'll be holding back and hiding my true feelings until they suffocate me.
Excuse me first love, but we're through
I'm sorry, but it's time for us to end things.
I need to taste the kiss from someone new
I need to move on and experience love with someone else.
Forgive me first love, but I'm too tired
I'm sorry, but I'm too tired to keep fighting for something that's not working anymore.
I'm bored to say the least and I, I lack desire
I'm feeling bored and unfulfilled, and I don't feel the same passion and desire I used to for you.
Forgive me first love, forgive me first love
Once again, I'm sorry for hurting you, my first love.
Forgive me first love, forgive me first love
I know it's not enough, but please forgive me for ending our relationship.
Forgive me, forgive me first love
I'm asking for your forgiveness and understanding, even though I know it's hard.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adele Laurie Blue Adkins
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on Set Fire to the Rain
I let it fall, my heart
And as it fell, you rose to claim it
It was dark and I was over
Until you kissed my lips and you saved me
My hands, they're strong
But my knees were far too weak
To stand in your arms
Without falling to your feet
But there's a side to you
That I never knew, never knew
All the things you'd say
They were never true, never true
And the games you play
You would always win, always win
But I set fire to the rain
Watched it pour as I touched your face
Well, it burned while I cried
'Cause I heard it screaming out your name
Your name
When I lay with you
I could stay there
Close my eyes
Feel you here forever
You and me together, nothing gets better
'Cause there's a side to you
That I never knew, never knew
All the things you'd say
They were never true, never true
And the games you'd play
You would always win, always win
But I set fire to the rain
Watched it pour as I touched your face
Well, it burned while I cried
'Cause I heard it screaming out your name
Your name
I set fire to the rain
And I threw us into the flames
When it fell, something died
'Cause I knew that that was
The last time, the last time
Sometimes I wake up by the door
That heart you caught must be waiting for you
Even now, when we're already over
I can't help myself from looking for you
I set fire to the rain
Watched it pour as I touched your face
Well, it burned while I cried
'Cause I heard it screaming out your name
Your name
I set fire to the rain
And I threw us into the flames
When it fell, something died
'Cause I knew that that was the last time
The last time
Oh, oh, no
Let it burn
Oh, oh
Let it burn
Let it burn
Jai
on Someone Like You
I love this song its actually pretty relatable to me and my mom but more so my mom
Philip Kassabian
on Skyfall
I remember this song from when it came out and it's absolutely great.
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on Easy On ME
The only one I like and be happy.
Real love and be the best music
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on Easy On ME
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on Easy On ME
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on Rolling in the Deep
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on Rolling in the Deep
i am mastering this!