Water Under the Bridge
Adele - 25 Lyrics
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Then I'll come back and bring you to your knees
If you're not the one for me
Why do I hate the idea of being free?
And if I'm not the one for you
You've gotta stop holding me the way you do
Oh honey if I'm not the one for you
Why have we been through what we have been through
I want you to be my keeper
But not if you are so reckless
If you're gonna let me down
Let me down gently don't pretend
That you don't want me
Our love ain't water under the bridge
If you're gonna let me down
Let me down gently don't pretend
That you don't want me
Our love ain't water under the bridge
Woaah, woaaah
Say that our love ain't water under the brigde
What are you waiting for?
You never seem to make it through the door
And who are you hiding from?
It ain't no life to live like you're on the run
Have I ever asked for much?
The only thing that I want is your love
If you're gonna let me down
Let me down gently don't pretend
That you don't want me
Our love ain't water under the bridge
If you're gonna let me down
Let me down gently don't pretend
That you don't want me
Our love ain't water under the bridge
Woaah, woaaah
Say that our love ain't water under the bridge
It's so cold out here in your wilderness
I want you to be my keeper
But not if you are so reckless
If you're gonna let me down
Let me down gently don't pretend
That you don't want me
Our love ain't water under the bridge
If you're gonna let me down
Let me down gently don't pretend
That you don't want me
Our love ain't water under the bridge
Say it ain't so, say it ain't so
Say it ain't so, say it ain't so
Say that our love ain't water under the bridge
Say it ain't so, say it ain't so
Say it ain't so, say it ain't so
Say it ain't so, say it ain't so
Say that our love ain't water under the bridge
Say it ain't so, say it ain't so
Say that our love ain't water under the bridge
The lyrics of Adele's "Water Under the Bridge" reveal a passionate declaration about the desire and need for love, even when it might be difficult or uncertain. The first verse acknowledges the possibility that the relationship might not work out, yet at the same time, it highlights the fear of losing what they have. Even if it is not working, the fact that they have been through everything together is hard to ignore. The chorus emphasizes that just because things might not end up working out does not mean that their love has no value. Adele pleads with her partner to be honest and straightforward if they do not see a future together but to also acknowledge that their love is not something to be easily discarded.
In the second verse, Adele challenges her partner to be present and engaged in their relationship, inviting them to let their guard down and be vulnerable with her. The chorus repeats the need for honesty and recognition of the value of their love, despite the uncertainty of their future.
Overall, the song is a powerful statement about the complexity of love, how it can be both beautiful and challenging, and how sometimes it is worth fighting for despite the difficulties.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're not the one for me
If we are not meant to be together
Then I'll come back and bring you to your knees
I will do whatever it takes to make you realize how much you mean to me
Why do I hate the idea of being free?
If we are not meant to be, why do I still feel trapped in this situation?
You've gotta stop holding me the way you do
You need to let me go and stop keeping me from moving on
Why have we been through what we have been through
If we are not meant to be, why did we go through all these experiences together?
It's so cold out here in your wilderness
This situation feels lonely and desolate
I want you to be my keeper
I want you to take care of me and protect me
But not if you are so reckless
I don't want to be with someone who doesn't think about the consequences of their actions
Say that our love ain't water under the bridge
Our love still matters and is worth fighting for
What are you waiting for?
Why haven't you made a move yet?
You never seem to make it through the door
You never take action to make things happen
And who are you hiding from?
What are you trying to avoid or run away from?
It ain't no life to live like you're on the run
Living in fear and avoidance isn't a fulfilling way to live
The only thing that I want is your love
All I want is your love and affection
Say it ain't so, say it ain't so
Don't let it be true that our love is over
Contributed by Cooper K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.