If Only
Alyssa Milano Lyrics


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Everytime I think about it
Something strong comes over me
Never will I live to doubt it
That you and I were simply meant to be
How could we have given up so easy
When we had so much worth fighting for
* If only we had worked it out together
Through it all
If only we talked a little longer
And broken down thewalls
If only we had held each other tighter
You'd might still be with me
Everytime I dream about it
I picture what we should have done
But how can I forget it
When life with you had only just begun
Now I sit alone thinkin' about us
Wondering where we would have been today
* Repeat
I don't know if I can take it anymore
I'm fighting on for you, but I'm losing the war
So tell me what I should do
To get back inside of you




Once again
* Repeat

Overall Meaning

The song "If Only" is sung by Alyssa Milano, an American actress, producer, and singer. The song speaks about a past relationship that has left the singer longing for what could have been. The lyrics start with the singer acknowledging that strong emotions come up every time they think about the relationship. Even though the song admits that they had something worth fighting for, the relationship still ended. The chorus repeats the phrase "if only," indicating regret that the relationship did not work out.


The singer talks about the dreams she has of what the relationship could have become if they had worked harder to make it work. The lyricist admits to dwelling on the past and wondering where they would be if the relationship had continued. The song suggests that the singer is struggling to move past the failed relationship, continually thinking about the "what ifs."


In conclusion, the song "If Only" is a sad reflection on a past relationship that did not receive the attention it required to thrive. The singer is left regretting what could have been if they worked together for the success of the relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Everytime I think about it
Whenever I reflect on our past relationship


Something strong comes over me
I experience powerful emotions


Never will I live to doubt it
I am confident that we were meant to be together


That you and I were simply meant to be
We were destined to be together


How could we have given up so easy
I question why we didn't try harder to make it work


When we had so much worth fighting for
Our relationship held a lot of value and was worth fighting for


If only we had worked it out together
I wish we had worked together to overcome our challenges


Through it all
Despite the difficulties we faced


If only we talked a little longer
I wish we had communicated more and talked things through


And broken down the walls
If only we had overcome our obstacles and barriers


If only we had held each other tighter
I wish we had shown more physical affection and intimacy


You'd might still be with me
Perhaps our relationship could have continued if we did things differently


Everytime I dream about it
Whenever I have a dream about our past relationship


I picture what we should have done
I imagine what we could have done differently


But how can I forget it
It's hard for me to forget about us


When life with you had only just begun
Our relationship was still new and fresh when it ended


Now I sit alone thinkin' about us
I spend time by myself reflecting on our past relationship


Wondering where we would have been today
I question where we would be if we were still together


I don't know if I can take it anymore
I am unsure if I can handle the pain and heartache anymore


I'm fighting on for you, but I'm losing the war
I continue to fight for our relationship, but it seems like a losing battle


So tell me what I should do
I am asking for advice on what steps to take


To get back inside of you
To reconnect with you and rebuild our relationship


Once again
To start over and try again




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Comments from YouTube:

barbara suarez

me encanta la canción

going-no-where1432

beautiful song ,beautiful girl

jacob bradshaw

Acting is her strongest suit

Raven Rose

Honestly I think if she had voice lessons she coulda sounded good... may if she made her voice deeper thesong woulda sounded ok

Raven Rose

the song isnt that bad.. its kinda catchy

Lorena Floyhar

Gorgeous girl,Loved her in Who's The Boss and Charmed.But she really really sucks at singing.She's a better actress then she is a singer.At least she tried though.I give her credit for that.

L.Q's Black Life Matters

Can u do better

rellik187redrum

Why is she retired? She still is hot..

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