It Had To Be
Badfinger Lyrics


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Had to be, don't look back, you're older
Take it from me
The love you have is stronger

And in your eyes I see myself
I want from you what you want of me
And you know
The love you have is stronger

It had to be, don't look back, you're older
Ah, ah

And in your eyes I see myself




I want from you what you want of me
And you know

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Badfinger's song "It Had to Be" are a testament to the power of true love. The song begins with the lines "Had to be, don't look back, you're older. Take it from me. The love you have is stronger." The singer advises the listener to move forward in life and not dwell on the past, because the love they have is powerful and can endure.


The second verse continues in the same vein, with the singer seeing a reflection of himself in the eyes of his beloved, and wanting from her what she wants from him. The refrain repeats the opening lines, underscoring the importance of moving forward in life and holding on to the strength of one's love.


Overall, the lyrics to "It Had to Be" offer a message of hope and encouragement, reminding listeners to trust in the power of their love and to press forward without hesitation.


Line by Line Meaning

Had to be, don't look back, you're older
Accept that things happen for a reason, don't dwell on past mistakes, focus on the present because time is fleeting


Take it from me
Listen to my advice and experience


The love you have is stronger
The bond you share with your loved one is incredibly powerful and will endure


And in your eyes I see myself
Through your partner's love and understanding, you gain a better understanding of yourself


I want from you what you want of me
Relationships are about mutual respect, give and take, and compromise


And you know
There is an unspoken understanding between the two of you


It had to be, don't look back, you're older
Reinforcing the idea that life is short and one should focus on the present rather than the past


Ah, ah
An emotional sound to represent the depth of the message being conveyed




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: M. GIBBONS

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