My Only One
All Time Low Lyrics
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To hide away the messes behind your manicure
And all of my obsessing to find the perfect words
Sick of second guessing, I didn't mean to make you hurt
Didn't mean to make you hurt, hurt hurt
What do you say when your heart's not in it, your heart's not in it?
What do you do when you just don't get it, you just don't get it?
'Cause all I know, all I know is
You are my only one, you are my only one
You are my only one, that's all I know, you're all I know
Break another mirror to keep away the stares
Of another guilty reflex, a reflection left in tears
And all of my obsessing, tell me what was it worth?
Guess I should have learned my lesson, I didn't mean to make you hurt
Didn't mean to make you hurt, hurt, hurt
What do you say when your heart's not in it, your heart's not in it?
What do you do when you just don't get it, you just don't get it?
Where do you go when you reach your limit, you reach your limit?
'Cause all I know, all I know is
You are my only one, you are my only one
You are my only one, that's all I know, you're all I know
Wake me early, I've been dreaming
Dreaming that I'm only, only good enough for me and no one else
So wake me early, I've been dreaming
Dreaming that I'm only, only good enough for me and no one else
What do you say when your heart's not in it, your heart's not in it?
What do you do when you just don't get it, you just don't get it?
Where do you go when you reach your limit, you reach your limit?
'Cause all I know, all I know is
You are my only one, you are my only one
You are my only one, that's all I know, it's all I know
You are my only one, you are my only one
You are my only one, that's all I know, you're all I know
The lyrics to All Time Low's "My Only One" express the struggle to find oneself in a world consumed by appearances and expectations. The first line, "Paint yourself a picture, something perfectly obscure," suggests the idea of masking or hiding one's true identity behind an illusion of obscurity. The mess behind the manicure could represent the internal turmoil and anxieties that one tries to conceal outwardly. The singer acknowledges their own obsessive behavior in trying to find the "perfect words" to express themselves, but they are tired of second-guessing themselves and hurting others unintentionally.
The chorus repeats the line "You are my only one," which could be interpreted as a plea for acceptance and recognition from someone who sees them for who they truly are. The following questions suggest a feeling of helplessness and confusion, as though the singer feels lost and alone in their struggle. The second verse continues the theme of reflection and self-doubt, as the singer breaks mirrors to "keep away the stares" of guilt and shame. They wonder if their agonizing over expressing themselves was truly worth it, but admit they should have learned their lesson about hurting others unintentionally.
The final lines of the song offer a glimmer of hope, with the singer dreamily imagining a world where they are "only good enough for me and no one else." It suggests acceptance and self-love, rather than seeking validation from others.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of isolation and confusion while also acknowledging the struggle to find oneself in a world that often prioritizes appearances over authenticity.
Line by Line Meaning
Paint yourself a picture, something perfectly obscure
Create an enigmatic image to conceal the imperfections behind your flawless physical appearance.
To hide away the messes behind your manicure
To cover up the chaos that lies beneath your well-manicured exterior.
And all of my obsessing to find the perfect words
All the time and effort put into finding just the right words to express myself.
Sick of second guessing, I didn't mean to make you hurt
Tired of doubting myself and unintentionally causing you pain.
What do you say when your heart's not in it, your heart's not in it?
What words can you utter when your heart is not invested emotionally in the conversation or situation?
What do you do when you just don't get it, you just don't get it?
What action or solution can you take when you are completely clueless and do not understand the problem?
Where do you go when you reach your limit, you reach your limit?
When you have reached your maximum capacity, what path do you take?
'Cause all I know, all I know is
The only thing I am certain of, the only thing I know for sure is...
You are my only one, you are my only one
You are the only person who truly matters to me, you are my one and only.
Break another mirror to keep away the stares
Destroy another mirror to evade the judgmental gaze of onlookers.
Of another guilty reflex, a reflection left in tears
Of another remorseful reaction, a reflection of oneself that causes emotional distress.
Guess I should have learned my lesson, I didn't mean to make you hurt
Perhaps I should have learned from my previous mistakes and not caused you pain on this occasion.
Wake me early, I've been dreaming
Wake me up early from my slumber, as I have been lost in a dream.
Dreaming that I'm only, only good enough for me and no one else
Imagining that I am solely capable of satisfying and fulfilling myself, not anyone else.
You are my only one, that's all I know, it's all I know
You are my one and only, that is the only certainty I possess.
You are my only one, you are my only one
You are the singular individual who holds a special place in my heart, nobody else compares to you.
That's all I know, you're all I know
This is the only fact I am sure of- all I am familiar with is you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Matt Squire, Alex Gaskarth
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