That's All
Apollinare Rossi & Bristol Love Lyrics
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I find out I'm wrong, when I thought I was right
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
I could say day, and you'd say night
Tell me it's black when I know that it's white
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
I could leave but I won't go
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
But why does it always seem to be
Me looking at you, you looking at me
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
Turning me on, turning me off,
Making me feel like I want too much
Living with you's just putting me through it all of the time
Running around, staying out all night
Taking it all instead of taking one bite
Living with you's just putting me through it all of the time
I could leave but I won't go
It'd be easier I know
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
But why does it always seem to be
Me looking at you, you looking at me
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
Truth is I love you
More than I wanted to
There's no point in trying to pretend
There's been no-one who
Makes me feel like you do
Say we'll be together till the end
I could leave but I won't go
It'd be easier I know
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
So why does it always seem to be
Me looking at you, you looking at me
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
But I love you
More than I wanted to
There's no point in trying to pretend
There's been no-one who
Makes me feel like you do
Say we'll be together till the end
But just as I thought it was going alright
I find out I'm wrong when I thought I was right
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
I could say day, you'd say night
Tell me it's black when I know that it's white
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
That's all
In the song "That's All" by Apollinare Rossi & Bristol Love, the lyrics depict a heartfelt reflection on a tumultuous relationship. The singer expresses their frustration and disillusionment as they navigate through conflicting emotions and miscommunications with their partner. The repeated phrase "it's just a shame, that's all" underscores a sense of resignation and acceptance of the challenging dynamics at play.
The lyrics convey a sense of confusion and contradiction within the relationship, as the singer grapples with contradictory perceptions and feelings. The imagery of being told night is day and black is white symbolizes the disorienting nature of the disagreements and misunderstandings experienced with their partner, highlighting the constant struggle for clarity and understanding.
Despite the difficulties faced, the singer finds themselves unable to walk away from the relationship, even though they acknowledge that it may be easier to do so. The internal conflict between the heart and mind is palpable as the singer admits to feeling numb and disconnected, unable to make sense of the emotional turmoil they are experiencing.
Towards the end of the song, there is a confession of deep love and a willingness to endure the challenges in the relationship for the sake of the profound connection shared. The repeated affirmation of love and the commitment to staying together till the end reflect a bittersweet acceptance of the complexities inherent in love and relationships, despite the ongoing struggles and uncertainties.
Overall, "That's All" poignantly captures the complexities of love, the challenges of communication, and the enduring nature of deep emotional bonds, even in the face of obstacles and misunderstandings. The refrain of "that's all" at the conclusion of the song serves as a poignant reminder of the resignation and acceptance that can sometimes come with navigating the intricacies of relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Just as I thought it was going alright
Despite my belief that everything was going well, I discover that it is actually not
I find out I'm wrong, when I thought I was right
Realizing my mistake after being confident in my correctness
S'always the same, it's just a shame, that's all
The recurring disappointment is regrettable, but that's the reality
I could say day, and you'd say night
Even if I express the opposite, you will still disagree
Tell me it's black when I know that it's white
You insist it's one color when I am certain it's the other
I could leave but I won't go
I have the option to leave, but I choose to stay
Though my heart might tell me so
My emotions may urge me to leave, but my decision remains the same
I can't feel a thing from my head down to my toes
The lack of emotion I experience from head to toe
But why does it always seem to be
Questioning the constant pattern and repetition
Me looking at you, you looking at me
We both share the mutual act of observing each other
Turning me on, turning me off,
Causing fluctuations in my emotions
Making me feel like I want too much
Creating a sensation of desiring more than what is attainable
Living with you's just putting me through it all of the time
Enduring the difficulties that arise from our coexistence constantly
Running around, staying out all night
Engaging in erratic behavior, staying away late at night
Taking it all instead of taking one bite
Opting for excess instead of moderation
Truth is I love you
Honestly admitting my love for you
More than I wanted to
Expressing a love that exceeds my initial desires
There's no point in trying to pretend
Acknowledging the futility of pretending otherwise
There's been no-one who
Comparing my feelings for you to others in the past
Makes me feel like you do
No one else evokes the same emotions within me
Say we'll be together till the end
Affirming a commitment to stay together indefinitely
But I love you
Reiterating my affection and care for you
More than I wanted to
Despite any reservations, my love for you is substantial
That's all
In conclusion, this summarizes the complex emotions and experiences shared
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Tony Banks, Phil Collins, Michael Rutherford
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