Only One
Anadel Lyrics
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Of everything you thought you left behind
You get so lost in the melody
A hundred pictures running through your mind
Wanna be the only song you hear
Wanna be more than a distant melody
Wanna be the only thought you hold
Funny how a day can be a moment
Sometimes a moment lasts a lifetime
You get so lost in your memories
That you forget the ones you really love
Wanna be the only song you hear
Wanna be more than a distant melody
Wanna be the only thought you hold
Wanna be your one and only love
So dear, don't close your eyes
'Cause it will fade
Don't say goodnight
'Cause all will change
Don't close your eyes
Don't let this life slip by
Don't dwell in the past
'Cause today is all you have
Wanna be the only song you hear
Wanna be more than a distant melody
Wanna be the only thought you hold
Wanna be your one and only
Wanna be the only song you hear
Wanna be more than a distant melody
Wanna be the only thought you hold
Wanna be your one and only love
In Anadel's song "Only One," the lyrics convey a sense of nostalgia as the singer reflects on the power of music to evoke memories of the past. The song opens with the observation that a song can make one think of everything they thought they had left behind. The melody can transport one to a time long ago, and a hundred pictures can run through the mind as a result.
The lyrics then shift to express a desire to be the only song the listener hears, the only thought they hold, and the one and only love in their life. The repetition of the phrase "wanna be" underscores the depth of this desire. A day or even a moment can last a lifetime if one is lost in memories, and the singer urges the listener not to let this life slip by while dwelling in the past.
The final lines of the song reinforce this message as the singer implores the listener not to close their eyes or say goodnight, for all will change. Instead, they urge the listener to embrace today, to make it count, and to hold onto the things and people they love. In this way, the song seems to be a reminder to treasure the present moment, to live fully in the now, and to hold onto the people and things that matter most.
Line by Line Meaning
Funny how a song can make you think
It's interesting how a song can trigger various thoughts and memories
Of everything you thought you left behind
Things that you thought you've moved on from can resurface through the power of music
You get so lost in the melody
The melody of a song can have such a profound effect that it can transport you to another place or time
A hundred pictures running through your mind
The song can elicit vivid images in your mind, evoking memories and emotions
Wanna be the only song you hear
The desire to be the most important and cherished thing in the person's life, like a favorite song that they can't live without
Wanna be more than a distant melody
Wanting to be a prominent and meaningful presence in the person's life, not just a fleeting memory
Wanna be the only thought you hold
As the only thought in the person's mind, the desire to be at the forefront of their every thought and decision
Wanna be your one and only love
The ultimate desire to be the person's one and only romantic partner, for a lifetime
Funny how a day can be a moment
How a seemingly ordinary day can present a fleeting and significant moment
Sometimes a moment lasts a lifetime
Certain experiences or memories can have a lasting impact, influencing the way they perceive and remember the past
You get so lost in your memories
Memories can be so powerful that it's easy to get lost in them, losing sight of the present
That you forget the ones you really love
Becoming so preoccupied with the past that they forget to appreciate and cherish the present relationships in their life
So dear, don't close your eyes
An urging not to miss out on the present moment by shutting oneself off or losing sight of what's important
'Cause it will fade
The present moment is fleeting and won't last forever, so it's important to be present and appreciate it
Don't say goodnight
An urging to keep going and not give up, even when things get tough
'Cause all will change
Change is inevitable, and it's important to be open and adaptable to it
Don't let this life slip by
A plea to not waste precious moments in life and to live every day to the fullest
Don't dwell in the past
The past cannot be changed, and it's important to focus on the present and future
'Cause today is all you have
The present moment is all that is guaranteed, so it's important to make the most of it
Contributed by Carson S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ThatCreeNative
Gahh! Their music is so freaking good! I don't know if they use their Facebook much or never saw my Tweet. But I hope I can still use some of their music for my web series. It's so perfect!
Anadel Lyrics
I find the best way to get a response from JT is via email (you can find the address on their website in the description) I usually get a response within an hour so maybe give that a shot. I also know they're busy working hard on their new album so any messages they get may not have been noticed yet.