No Need
Bruce Springsteen Lyrics

She's a broken winged angel
She is a damaged and vulnerable person, with a heart that is fractured and in need of mending

Refugee from things her mama knew
She has sought to escape from the struggles and hardships that her mother experienced

And she's done everything the Bible say not to do
She has chosen to live her life in a way that is not in line with traditional religious teaching

Well I don't know if she believes in jesus
The artist is uncertain about whether or not she has faith in Christianity

The good book, or even satan you see
He is unsure if she has any spiritual beliefs or if she is a non-believer

I'm just trying to get her to believe in me
The singer wants to win her trust and affection, he wants her to believe in his love for her

Oh, 'cause when I see her face
Her smile has a powerful effect on him, no matter where he might be at the time

No matter where I am I'm in the right place
Whenever he is with her, he feels at home and complete

And the girls I left behind
He has had other relationships before, but none have made him feel as fulfilled as she does

Oh, they never satisfied me, it's so true
Despite his past experiences, he has never felt as truly satisfied with life as he does when he's with her

But baby, baby, you do
She is the only woman that has truly made him happy, she is his source of fulfillment and joy

She's the belle of eighth street
She is a beautiful and captivating woman who has caught his eye and his heart

High society's midnight vamp
She has an air of mystery and allure about her that makes her stand out from others in her social circle

Oh, she's my queen and I'm her tramp
He is willing to be subservient to her and to serve her needs, as long as he can be close to her

Yes she's a free falling flyer
She is a free spirit, someone who follows her whims and instincts without worrying about the consequences

And she flows whichever way that the wind blows
She is unpredictable and hard to pin down, she adapts to her circumstances and surroundings

And she's the only woman I never knew
He has never met anyone quite like her before, someone who is such a perfect match for him

Who could teach me more about me, bind me in chains
She has helped him discover new things about himself by challenging and pushing him in ways that he never thought possible

And still let me be free
She gives him the space and freedom to be himself, while still being able to rely on her support and love

My heart swells up inside
He feels an overwhelming surge of emotion whenever he thinks about her or is near her

Starts beating like I'm gonna die
His heart races with excitement and anticipation, he feels as though he is having a heart attack

And my body breaks in pain
He feels intense physical sensations in his body, as if he is being pulled apart from the inside out

As she falls down on me like the rain
She envelops him in her embrace, giving him the affection and warmth that he craves

It's only her and my songs that keep me from going insane
Her presence and the music that he creates are the only things that can calm his racing thoughts and emotions

And I guess I'm one of those people
He realizes that he is someone who has a tendency to get fixated on certain people or things

Who measures love in pain
He associates love with pain and suffering, he believes that love cannot exist without some degree of hardship

You see, I never had too much personal success
He has struggled to find success and fulfillment in his life, both personally and professionally

And to me there's nothing sweeter
Despite his lack of success, he still finds joy and beauty in the simple things in life

Than a teardrop of rain
He finds comfort and solace in the melancholy aspects of life, such as the rain and other symbols of sadness

I just love that feeling of sadness
He is drawn to sadness and melancholy, finding it to be a source of inspiration and comfort

Oh and it worries me so ...
He is troubled by his own tendencies towards sadness and anxiety, fearing that he may never find true happiness

She's my west side angel
She is the embodiment of all that is good and pure to him, his own personal guardian angel

She looks so funky in her hollywood wing
He admires her unique and unconventional style, and sees her as someone who defies convention and norms

And she knows how I stumble when I talk
She understands his quirks and weaknesses, and is patient with him when he is feeling awkward or insecure

So she says: "don't talk, babe, just sing"
She encourages him to express himself through his music, recognizing his talent and passion

And I have seen her body in candle glow
He has observed her in intimate moments, such as when they are alone together by candlelight

In the deep heart of the night
These private and intimate moments occur during the darkest and most vulnerable hours of the night

When you finally let loose of everything
During these times, they are able to let go of their inhibitions and be truly open and honest with each other

Oh, and she loves me like such a good woman
He feels her love for him deeply, recognizing that she is not just a lover, but a partner and friend

And still, oh, she's just a sweet young thing
Despite her maturity and wisdom, he still sees her as someone young, innocent, and pure

And I know this might sound crazy
He recognizes that his feelings for her may seem intense or irrational to others

Or just the words of a young fool
He admits that he may be naive or foolish in his love for her, but he cannot help how he feels

But I swear I'd be on the floor
He would be crushed if she ever left him or rejected him

And she ever walked out the door
He fears losing her more than anything else in the world

I swear I'd wish that she would shoot me first
He would rather die than live without her, even though he knows that this feeling is irrational

And I know that sounds insane but sometimes I believe it's true
He recognizes that his own feelings towards her may be extreme or irrational, but he still believes them to be true

And that's what scares me worst
He is afraid of the intensity of his own emotions, and how much he relies on her for his own happiness

'cause I dance for her
He performs for her, using his music and creativity to express his love for her

Take any chance for her
He is willing to make sacrifices and take risks for her sake

And I play for her
He creates music for her enjoyment and as a way to express his feelings towards her

Lord God knows I play for her
He recognizes that his music is a gift from a higher power, and that it is meant to be shared with the person he loves most

And I need for her
She is a source of strength and support for him, someone he needs in order to feel whole and complete

And I bleed for her
His love for her is so deep and intense, that it feels like it is consuming him from the inside out