Next to Me
Amy Fussell Lyrics
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Rolling dice and staying out 'til three
You won't ever find him being unfaithful
You will find him, you'll find him next to me
You won't find him trying to chase the devil
For money, fame, for power, out of grief
You won't ever find him where the rest go
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
You will find him, you'll find him next to me
When the money's spent and all my friends have vanished
And I can't seem to find no help or love for free
I know there's no need for me to panic
'Cause I'll find him, I'll find him next to me
When the skies are gray and all the doors are closing
And the rising pressure makes it hard to breathe
When all I need's a hand to stop the tears from falling
I will find him, I'll find him next to me
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
I will find him, I'll find him next to me
When the end has come and buildings falling down fast
When we spoilt the land and dried up all the sea
When everyone has lost their heads around us
You will find him, you'll find him next to me
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
You will find him, you'll find him next to me
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
Next to me, oh
You will find him, you'll find him next to me
In "Next to Me," the singer, Amy Fussell, describes the kind of person she wants to be with. She sets a high standard for her would-be partner, saying that he is not the sort of person who drinks and parties all night. Instead, he is faithful, loyal, and trustworthy. It's clear that she values these qualities very highly and is willing to wait for someone who possesses them.
The singer goes on to describe the many ways in which her life might become difficult, but she knows that her partner will always be by her side. Whether she is in need of help or love or just a hand to wipe her tears away, he will be there for her. The lyrics suggest a deep level of commitment and understanding between the couple, as well as a sense of security that is hard to find in modern relationships.
Overall, "Next to Me" is a song about finding love that is stable, dependable, and meaningful. The lyrics emphasize the importance of staying true to oneself and finding a partner who shares one's values and ideals. It's clear that the singer has a very specific vision of what she wants in a relationship, and she is determined not to settle for anything less.
Line by Line Meaning
You won't find him drinking at the tables
He does not engage in activities that show a lack of responsibility or self-control.
Rolling dice and staying out 'til three
He is not one to stay out late gambling or engaging in reckless behavior.
You won't ever find him being unfaithful
He is a faithful partner who does not cheat on his significant other.
You will find him, you'll find him next to me
He is loyal and committed to his partner and will always be by their side.
You won't find him trying to chase the devil
He does not seek power or fame at the expense of others or his own morality.
For money, fame, for power, out of grief
He has no desire for material things or to elevate his own status at the expense of others.
You won't ever find him where the rest go
He avoids going along with the crowd and instead follows his own path.
When the money's spent and all my friends have vanished
In times of financial hardship and loneliness, he will still be there for his partner.
And I can't seem to find no help or love for free
When support and affection are hard to come by, he will provide it without motive or cost.
I know there's no need for me to panic
His unwavering presence and support will soothe anxiety and fear.
'Cause I'll find him, I'll find him next to me
He can always be relied upon to be there, no matter what.
When the skies are gray and all the doors are closing
He will be a source of light in dark times and a guiding hand when all seems lost.
And the rising pressure makes it hard to breathe
In moments of intense stress or anxiety, he will provide comfort and relief.
When all I need's a hand to stop the tears from falling
He will be there to wipe away tears and provide emotional support.
I will find him, I'll find him next to me
His presence will always provide warmth, safety, and love.
When the end has come and buildings falling down fast
He will be an unwavering constant, even in the most dire of circumstances.
When we spoilt the land and dried up all the sea
Even in a destroyed and unrecognizable world, he will remain by his partner's side.
When everyone has lost their heads around us
In times of chaos and confusion, he will be a steady, calm presence.
You will find him, you'll find him next to me
No matter what happens, his love and loyalty will never waver.
Contributed by Sadie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
James Gale
Gorgeous voice!