This track was one of many premiered by Avicii at Ultra Music Festival in 2016. Notably, it was one of the only Sandro collaborations released even though they’ve worked together on many tracks other unreleased tracks such as “Lord” and “We Burn”.
This song is on part one of the previously planned three-part EP titled Avīci released August 10, 2017.
During the song, Sandro expresses his disdain towards an ex-lover. The chorus talks about how he has to move on without them.
The song was performed live at the Avicii Tribute Concert on December 5th, 2019 to celebrate Avicii’s life after his tragic passing in April of 2018.
Without You
Avicii Lyrics
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Without you I feel lost at sea
Through the darkness you'd hide with me
Like the wind we'd be wild and free
You
Said you'd follow me anywhere
But your eyes
I got to learn how to love without you
I got to carry my cross without you
Stuck in the riddle and I'm just about to
Figure it out without you
And I'm done sitting home without you
Fuck, I'm going out without you
I'm going to tear this city down without you
I'm going Bonnie and Clyde without you
Now I'm running away, my dear
From myself and the truth I fear
My heart is beating, I can't see clear
How I'm wishing that you were here
You
Said you'd follow me anywhere
But your eyes
Tell me you won't be there
I got to learn how to love without you
I got to carry my cross without you
Stuck in the riddle and I'm just about to
Figure it out without you
And I'm done sitting home without you
Fuck, I'm going out without you
I'm going to tear this city down without you
I'm going Bonnie and Clyde without you
The lyrics of Avicii's song Without You is about heartbreak and moving on from a relationship that ended. The person the singer was with had promised to always be there for them, but now they feel lost without them. The opening line, "You said that we would always be, without you I feel lost at sea," conveys the sense of being adrift without the other person. The chorus repeats the singer's determination to learn to love and live without the person, symbolized by the lines "I got to carry my cross without you," and "I'm done sitting home without you."
The lyrics also reveal the singer's conflicted feelings about the breakup. While they're trying to move on, they can't help but miss the person and wish they were still there. The line "Now I'm running away, my dear, from myself and the truth I fear" suggests the singer is struggling to face the reality of the situation. They're also conflicted about going out and tearing up the city without the other person, as evidenced by the repeated use of the f-word.
Overall, the song's message is about the pain of losing someone but also about the strength that can come from learning to move on and live life without them.
Line by Line Meaning
You said that we would always be
You promised me eternal love and happiness.
Without you I feel lost at sea
I feel directionless and alone without you.
Through the darkness you'd hide with me
You would protect me from anything that scares me.
Like the wind we'd be wild and free
We could move and act freely without any hurdles or obstacles.
You Said you'd follow me anywhere
You promised to be by my side no matter what.
But your eyes Tell me you won't be there
Your actions show that you won't follow through with your promises.
I got to learn how to love without you
I have to find a way to love and live without you being present in my life.
I got to carry my cross without you
I have to bear the burden of my challenges without your support.
Stuck in the middle and I'm just about to Figure it out without you
I'm in a difficult situation, but I'm close to finding a solution without you.
And I'm done sitting home without you
I'm tired of waiting for you and doing nothing.
Fuck, I'm going out without you
I'm going to explore and have fun without you.
I'm going to tear this city down without you
I will make an impact and be successful without you.
I'm going Bonnie and Clyde without you
I'm ready to take risks and face challenges without you.
Now I'm running away, my dear
I'm leaving behind our past and starting anew.
From myself and the truth I fear
I'm trying to escape from facing the painful truth about our relationship.
My heart is beating, I can't see clear
My emotions are clouding my judgment and I can't make rational decisions.
How I'm wishing that you were here
I'm regretting the end of our relationship and wishing you were still with me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Carl Falk, Dhani Lennevald, Salem Al Fakir, Sandro Cavazza, Tim Bergling, Vincent Pontare
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@uwuu30
Lyrics:
You said that we would always be
Without you I feel lost at sea
Through the darkness you'd hide with me
Like the wind we'd be wild and free
You
Said you'd follow me anywhere
But your eyes
Tell me you won't be there
I got to learn how to love without you
I got to carry my cross without you
Stuck in the middle and I'm just about to
Figure it out without you
And I'm done sitting home without you
Fuck, I'm going up without you
I'm going to tear this city down without you
I'm going Bonnie and Clyde without you
Now I'm running away my dear
From myself and the truth I fear
My heart is beating I can't see clear
How I'm wishing that you were here
You
Said you'd follow me anywhere
But your eyes
Tell me you won't be there
I got to learn how to love without you
I got to carry my cross without you
Stuck in the middle and I'm just about to
Figure it out without you
And I'm done sitting home without you
Fuck, I'm going up without you
I'm going to tear this city down without you
I'm going Bonnie and Clyde without you
@albinsvensson9014
LYRIC!
You said that we would always be
Without you I feel lost at sea
Through the darkness you'd hide with me
Like the wind we'd be wild and free
You
Said you'd follow me anywhere
But your eyes
Tell me you won't be there
I got to learn how to love without you
I got to carry my cross without you
Stuck in the middle and I'm just about to
Figure it out without you
And I'm done sitting home without you
Fuck I'm going out without you
I'm going to tear this city down without you
I'm going Bonnie and Clyde without you
Now I'm running away my dear
From myself and the truth I fear
My heart is beating I can't see clear
How I'm wishing that you were here
You
Said you'd follow me anywhere
But your eyes
Tell me you won't be there
I got to learn how to love without you
I got to carry my cross without you
Stuck in the middle and I'm just about to
Figure it out without you
And I'm done sitting home without you
Fuck I'm going out without you
I'm going to tear this city down without you
I'm going Bonnie and Clyde without you
@Popty
Now we're here without you Tim. And we'll keep listening to your music.
You were a musical genius and I hope you feel better wherever you are right now.
Rest in peace Tim Bergling.
@AGrondalen
Popty rip
@Mcrl-vy7fv
So sad. Just 28 years :(
@chiara5499
Exactly ... R.I.P💖
@nyoron
rip
@ZigaZgalin
<3
@FactsForYouNow
RIP AVICII, WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE U😔
@fireflydemonwolf4006
I was about to post that, it sad that he left us.... we will miss you
@fernandorg4678
◢ ◤ forever ☝
@JohnieF21
so sad! :(