Just The Way You Are
Apollinare Rossi Lyrics


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Don't go changing to try and please me
You never let me down before
Don't imagine you're too familiar
And I don't see you anymore

I would not leave you in times of trouble
We never could have come this far
I took the good times, I'll take the bad times
I take you just the way you are

Don't go trying some new fashion
Don't change the color of your hair
You always have my unspoken passion
Though I might not seem to care

I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard
I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are

I need to know that you will always be
The same old someone that I knew
Ah, what will it take till you believe in me?
The way that I believe in you?

I said I love you and that's forever
And this I promise from the heart
But I couldn't love you any better
I love you just the way you are

I don't want clever conversation
I never want to work that hard




I just want someone that I can talk to
I want you just the way you are

Overall Meaning

In Apollinare Rossi's song "Just the Way You Are," the singer expresses his unconditional love for his partner. He assures them that they do not have to change anything about themselves to please him because he loves them just the way they are. He also emphasizes to his partner that he values their relationship during difficult times and good times, always appreciating the moments they share. The singer then goes on to express his love for the natural aspects of his partner, from their fashion choices to their hair color, but most importantly, he values their ability to have meaningful conversations.


The lyrics are powerful because they convey a message that goes beyond expressing love for one's partner. They portray the importance of accepting people for who they are and loving them despite their flaws. The song reminds us that often, we try to change ourselves to impress others, but the people who truly love us will appreciate us the way we are.


Moreover, the lyrics also highlight the significance of communication in a relationship. The singer emphasizes that he wants someone who he can talk to, which is essential for any healthy relationship. By expressing his desire for simple conversations, he intimates that he values his partner's presence more than anything.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't go changing to try and please me
I don't want you to change who you are for my sake


You never let me down before
I have complete trust in you and your abilities


Don't imagine you're too familiar
I don't want to take you for granted or assume that I know everything about you


And I don't see you anymore
Even though we may be apart, I still cherish you and our relationship


I would not leave you in times of trouble
I will never abandon you in difficult times


We never could have come this far
Our relationship has lasted because of our mutual love and support


I took the good times, I'll take the bad times
I accept you and our relationship for what it is, no matter what


I take you just the way you are
I love you for who you are, unconditionally


Don't go trying some new fashion
I don't need you to impress me or keep up with the latest trends


Don't change the color of your hair
Your physical appearance doesn't matter to me


You always have my unspoken passion
My love for you may not always be vocalized, but it is always there


Though I might not seem to care
My actions may not always show it, but I deeply care for you


I don't want clever conversation
I don't need you to impress me with your intellect or wit


I never want to work that hard
I just want to enjoy your company without any pretense or effort


I just want someone that I can talk to
I want a genuine and meaningful connection with you


I want you just the way you are
I love and accept you for who you are, flaws and all


I need to know that you will always be
I need reassurance that you will always be the same person I fell in love with


The same old someone that I knew
I don't want you to change or become someone else over time


Ah, what will it take till you believe in me?
I want you to trust that my love for you is genuine and unwavering


The way that I believe in you?
I have complete faith and belief in you and your potential


I said I love you and that's forever
My love for you is eternal and unchanging


And this I promise from the heart
I am making a sincere and heartfelt commitment to you


But I couldn't love you any better
My love for you is already at its fullest and cannot be improved upon


I love you just the way you are
My love for you is unconditional and doesn't require any changes from you




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