Someone Like You
Adele Adkins & Dan Wilson Lyrics
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That you found a girl and you're married now.
I heard that your dreams came true.
Guess she gave you things I didn't give to you.
Old friend, why are you so shy?
Ain't like you to hold back or hide from the light.
But I couldn't stay away, I couldn't fight it.
I had hoped you'd see my face
And that you'd be reminded
That for me it isn't over.
Never mind, I'll find someone like you.
I wish nothing but the best for you too.
Don't forget me, I beg.
I remember you said:
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
You know how the time flies.
Only yesterday was the time of our lives.
We were born and raised
In a summer haze,
Bound by the surprise of our glory days.
I hate to turn up out of the blue uninvited,
But I couldn't stay away, I couldn't fight it.
I'd hoped you'd see my face
And that you'd be reminded
That for me it isn't over.
Never mind, I'll find someone like you.
I wish nothing but the best for you too.
Don't forget me, I beg.
I remember you said:
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
Nothing compares.
No worries or cares,
Regrets and mistakes.
They are memories made.
Who would have known
How bittersweet this would taste?
Never mind, I'll find someone like you.
I wish nothing but the best for you.
Don't forget me, I beg.
I remember you said:
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
Never mind, I'll find someone like you.
I wish nothing but the best for you too.
Don't forget me, I beg.
I remember you said:
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
Adele Adkins & Dan Wilson's song Someone Like You is a heart-wrenching ballad about a woman visiting her former lover, now married to someone else. The lyrics are filled with emotions of sadness, regret, and acceptance. The first verse speaks of the singer hearing about her ex's new life and love, and she realizes that he has found happiness with someone else. She acknowledges that this new partner gave him something that she could not, and it makes her wonder about their past.
The chorus speaks of her wanting the best for him but not being able to forget him. She remembers his words about love sometimes hurting and sometimes lasting, and that she is not the only one who has been hurt by love. The second verse reminisces about the good times they shared and how they were once young and carefree. The singer still longs to be with her ex but knows that it's not possible. The bridge speaks of memories and how they're part of life, whether good or bad. The song ends on a hopeful note that the singer will find someone like her ex who will love her just as much.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard that you're settled down,
I heard that you have put down roots and are now content,
That you found a girl and you're married now.
I heard you have found someone to share your life with and that you are now married.
I heard that your dreams came true.
I heard that your wildest dreams became a reality.
Guess she gave you things I didn't give to you.
It seems she was able to give you things that I was not able to offer.
Old friend, why are you so shy?
I wonder why you are being reserved, my old friend?
Ain't like you to hold back or hide from the light.
It's not typical of you to hold back or shun attention and the spotlight.
I hate to turn up out of the blue uninvited,
I don't want to impose by appearing suddenly and unannounced.
But I couldn't stay away, I couldn't fight it.
But my feelings compelled me to come and see you, I couldn't resist them.
I had hoped you'd see my face
I had hoped that upon seeing me, you'd remember
And that you'd be reminded
And that you'd recollect
That for me it isn't over.
That our history and relationship still hold meaning for me.
Never mind, I'll find someone like you.
It's okay, I'll find someone with similar traits to you.
I wish nothing but the best for you too.
I sincerely wish you well and the best of everything.
Don't forget me, I beg.
I plead with you to not forget about me.
I remember you said:
I recollect when you told me:
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
Sometimes love can endure but other times it can be painful.
You know how the time flies.
You understand how quickly time passes.
Only yesterday was the time of our lives.
It feels like only yesterday when we had the time of our lives.
We were born and raised
We were brought up and nurtured
In a summer haze,
During a past summer when things seemed different and hazy.
Bound by the surprise of our glory days.
Our shared, remarkable past memories hold us connected.
Nothing compares.
Nothing can compare
No worries or cares,
No matters of concern or anxiety
Regrets and mistakes.
Remorseful actions and faults
They are memories made.
But they constitute memories that we share.
Who would have known
Who could have predicted
How bittersweet this would taste?
How sweet and bitter this reality would be?
Sometimes it lasts in love but sometimes it hurts instead.
Sometimes love can be everlasting, while other times it can bring heartache instead.
Contributed by Jordan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
tony ei
Dan is a testament to the great Minneapolis sound in the late 80's/early 90s and beyond. Such an incredible singer/songwriter. The raw emotion within his voice is something that can't be taught. His entire catalog from Trip Shakespeare to more recent co-writes (ie. When the Stars come out on Chris Stapleton's Traveller album) resonate so strongly with lyrical emotion. Good stuff.
Ricky Molina
Love this version! I think it blows away the more popular version. Orchestration and the male tenor are just killers. Inspiring to us songwriters. Thanks.
Mike Jred Ristic
Song writers rule the world.. cheers
Steven Procter
Easily so so miles better than adeles version
For The Love Of God
It's a shame the writer's and true musician's dont get credit for their pure brilliance.
Vit Rarom
If the song wins Song of the Year at the Grammy's or Oscars best original song (in a movie), credit goes to the songwriter/s. Also, when you buy a single/album, credits are given. names of songwriters, sound engineers, etc are mentioned.
OmarOmarOmar
Their paychecks make up for it. Also, your average Joe may not know them, but the artists you idolise will know them very well, so will their managers, agents, labels.
Maria Greco
Credit? He’s getting paid
Cacola
Adele also wrote the song, it's a collaborative effort, like most music.
Dhaval Shukla
always gives me the chills to listen to your songs Dan. Love your music.