have you ever
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It makes you cry
Have you ever needed something so bad
You can't sleep at night
Have you ever tried to find the words
But they don't come out right
Have you ever, have you ever
Been in love so bad
You'd do anything to make them understand
Have you ever had someone steal your heart away
You'd give anything to make them feel the same
Have you ever searched for words to get you in their heart
But you don't know what to say
And you don't know where to start
Have you ever loved somebody so much
It makes you cry
Have you ever needed something so bad
You can't sleep at night
Have you ever tried to find the words
But they don't come out right
Have you ever, have you ever
Have you ever found the one
You've dreamed of all of your life
Just about anything to look into their eyes
Have you finally found the one you've given your heart to
Only to find that one won't give their heart to you
Have you ever closed your eyes and
Dreamed that they were there
And all you can do is wait for the day when they will care
Have you ever loved somebody so much
It makes you cry
Have you ever needed something so bad
You can't sleep at night
Have you ever tried to find the words
But they don't come out right
Have you ever, have you ever
What do I gotta do to get you in my arms baby
What do I gotta say to get your heart
To make you understand how I need you next to me
Gotta get you in my world
Cause baby I can't sleep
Have you ever loved somebody so much
It makes you cry
Have you ever needed something so bad
You can't sleep at night
Have you ever tried to find the words
But they don't come out right
Have you ever, have you ever
In these lyrics, Brandy explores the intense emotions that come with being deeply in love and longing for someone. The song is filled with questions about the different experiences one might have when it comes to love.
The first verse begins by asking if the listener has ever loved somebody so much that it moves them to tears. It suggests that this kind of love is overwhelming and can evoke strong emotions. The second line brings up the feeling of needing someone so desperately that it keeps you up at night, implying a sense of longing and restlessness. The following line speaks to the struggle of finding the right words to express one's feelings, suggesting that there are times when words fail to capture the depth of one's emotions.
The chorus repeats the questions from the first verse, highlighting the intensity and universality of these feelings. It emphasizes the power of love that can bring both joy and pain.
The second verse explores the idea of finding the one person one has been dreaming of, and the lengths one might go to make that person understand their love. It introduces the concept of unrequited love, where one's heart is given wholeheartedly to someone, only to find out that the other person does not reciprocate those feelings. The lyrics convey the disappointment and heartbreak that can come with this realization.
The bridge intensifies the emotions further, describing moments of longing and yearning for the person being sung to. It mentions closing one's eyes and dreaming of their presence, and the anticipation of the day when the person they love will finally care about them in the same way.
In the final section, Brandy becomes bolder in expressing her desires. She asks what she needs to do or say to win the other person's heart and make them understand her feelings. The lyrics imply a sense of urgency, highlighting the impact of the other person's presence and emphasizing that she cannot sleep until she has them by her side.
Overall, "Have You Ever" delves into the depths of love and longing, exploring various aspects of romantic relationships, from intense love to unrequited desires. The song captures the yearning, vulnerability, and emotional roller coaster that often accompany matters of the heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Have you ever loved somebody so much
Have you experienced the overwhelming feeling of love for someone
It makes you cry
To the point where it brings tears to your eyes
Have you ever needed something so bad
Have you ever felt such a strong desire for something
You can't sleep at night
To the extent that it keeps you awake at night
Have you ever tried to find the words
Have you ever attempted to express your feelings
But they don't come out right
But they fail to be articulated properly
Have you ever, have you ever
Have you ever experienced these emotions and thoughts
Have you ever been in love
Have you ever been deeply, romantically in love
Been in love so bad
To the extent that it feels intense and overpowering
You'd do anything to make them understand
You are willing to do whatever it takes to make them comprehend
Have you ever had someone steal your heart away
Have you ever experienced someone captivating your heart completely
You'd give anything to make them feel the same
You would sacrifice anything to evoke the same feelings in them
Have you ever searched for words to get you in their heart
Have you ever looked for the right words to touch their heart deeply
But you don't know what to say
But you are unsure of how to express yourself
And you don't know where to start
And you are uncertain where to begin
Have you ever found the one
Have you ever discovered the person
You've dreamed of all of your life
That you have fantasized about for your entire life
Just about anything to look into their eyes
You are willing to do almost anything just to gaze into their eyes
Have you finally found the one you've given your heart to
Have you ultimately found the person you have entrusted your heart to
Only to find that one won't give their heart to you
Only to realize that person won't reciprocate your feelings
Have you ever closed your eyes and
Have you ever closed your eyes and imagined
Dreamed that they were there
Dreamed that they were present
And all you can do is wait for the day when they will care
And all you can do is patiently wait for the day they will hold affection for you
What do I gotta do to get you in my arms baby
What actions do I need to take to have you in my embrace, my love
What do I gotta say to get your heart
What words do I need to say to capture your heart
To make you understand how I need you next to me
To make you comprehend the depths of my need for you beside me
Gotta get you in my world
I must have you as a part of my reality
Cause baby I can't sleep
Because, my love, I am unable to sleep peacefully
Lyrics © TuneCore Inc., BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Realsongs
Written by: Diane Eve Warren
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