Don't You Remember
Adele - FLAC Lyrics
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You left with no goodbye, not a single word was said
No final kiss to seal anything
I had no idea of the state we were in
I know I have a fickle heart and a bitterness
And a wandering eye, and a heaviness in my head
But don't you remember, don't you remember?
Baby, please remember me once more
When was the last time you thought of me?
Or have you completely erased me from your memories?
I often think about where I went wrong
And the more I do, the less I know
But I know I have a fickle heart and a bitterness
And a wandering eye, and a heaviness in my head
But don't you remember, don't you remember?
The reason you loved me before
Baby, please remember me once more
Oh, gave you the space so you could breathe
I kept my distance so you would be free
And hope that you find the missing piece
To bring you back to me
Why don't you remember, don't you remember?
The reason you loved me before
Baby, please remember me once more
When will I see you again?
In Adele's "Don't You Remember," the lyrics speak to a relationship that has ended without closure. The singer is left wondering why there was no goodbye, no explanation, and no communication. She questions the state of the relationship and wonders if she did something wrong. She acknowledges her flaws and mistakes, but also begs her former lover to remember the good times and reasons why they fell in love. The singer gave her lover space and distance, hoping it would be beneficial, but still longs to be reunited.
The song portrays a relatable situation, in which individuals may relate to a past relationship that was ended prematurely without closure. The singer is clear about her feelings, but it is unknown if her lover shares the same emotions. The chorus is incredibly powerful, and it highlights the singer's most crucial point - not to forget why and how they fell in love in the first place.
Overall, "Don't You Remember" is a melancholic melody that encapsulates the feeling of being alone and forgotten. It's an emotional expression of longing to return to the past, to hope for the future and for those moments to be rekindled. Adele sings with heart and soul in a way that resonates deeply with anyone who has been through a similar situation.
Line by Line Meaning
When will I see you again?
I'm wondering when I'll have the chance to see you once again
You left with no goodbye, not a single word was said
You left without a word, without saying goodbye
No final kiss to seal anything
We didn't get a chance to say goodbye with a final kiss
I had no idea of the state we were in
I didn't realize that our relationship was in such a fragile state
I know I have a fickle heart and a bitterness
I'm aware that I'm sometimes unsteady in love and can be resentful
And a wandering eye, and a heaviness in my head
I can be easily distracted and often feel weighed down by my thoughts
But don't you remember, don't you remember?
Can't you recall, don't you recollect?
The reason you loved me before
What made you fall in love with me previously
Baby, please remember me once more
Please try to think of me again
When was the last time you thought of me?
I'm curious when you last thought about me
Or have you completely erased me from your memories?
Maybe you've completely forgotten about me?
I often think about where I went wrong
I reflect on my actions and wonder where I made mistakes
And the more I do, the less I know
The more I reflect, the more unsure I feel
Oh, gave you the space so you could breathe
I wanted you to have space to breathe and be comfortable
I kept my distance so you would be free
I didn't want to smother you or hold you back
And hope that you find the missing piece
I hope you find whatever you feel is missing
To bring you back to me
So we can be together again
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Daniel Dodd Wilson, Adele Laurie Blue Adkins
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