Soul Provider
Bryson Peabo Lyrics
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Too many tears I've cried
Promises made and dreams that died
Have left me hurt inside
I want your love
Like none I've known before
But unless you're sure
Don't you give your heart
Don't give me just the part
'Cause that would be too cruel a game to play
Be sure or don't you give your heart
It takes so long for me to mend
Each time love comes to an end
Don't think I'll make it through
That's why I must know the truth
Am I the one that you can't live without?
If there's any doubt
Don't you give your heart
(Don't give your heart)
Unless you give it all the way
Don't give me just a part
(Not just a part)
'Cause that would be too cruel a game to play
Be sure or don't you give your heart
If you really truly care
All I ask is you be fair with me
'Cause the longer that you keep making me wait
The harder it's gonna be to take
Don't give your heart
Don't give me just a part
(Not just a part)
'Cause that would be too cruel a game to play
Be sure or don't you give your heart
Don't give your heart unless you give it
(Give it all the way)
All the way, baby, don't give
(My love)
My love
(You do to take it all the way)
Unless you give it
(All the way)
My love, my love, don't give your heart
The lyrics of Bryson Peabo's song "Soul Provider" address the pain of heartbreak and the need for assurance in a relationship. The singer has been hurt in the past, having experienced numerous "sad goodbyes" and broken promises, leaving them with a sense of vulnerability and distrust. The singer seeks love that is unconditional and complete, but recognizes that such love requires assurance of commitment. The lines "If there's any doubt, don't you give your heart" emphasize the importance of honesty and vulnerability in relationships.
The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that partial love is not enough. The singer urges their partner not to "give [their] heart unless you give it all the way" and warns that giving just a part would be a "cruel game to play." The pain of heartbreak is not something that the singer can easily overcome, as evidenced by the lines "It takes so long for me to mend, each time love comes to an end." Therefore, the singer wants to ensure that their heart is not at risk of being broken once again. They seek clarity about their partner's feelings and ask for fairness in return.
Overall, "Soul Provider" is a poignant reminder of the need for honesty, trust, and vulnerability in relationships. The pain of heartbreak can be all-consuming, and it's important to ensure that one's heart is not taken for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
There've been too many sad goodbyes
I've experienced a lot of heartache due to relationships ending
Too many tears I've cried
These breakups have been emotionally exhausting for me
Promises made and dreams that died
I've had hopes and expectations for relationships that ultimately fell apart
Have left me hurt inside
These experiences have left emotional scars on me
I want your love
I'm looking for a deep and fulfilling romantic connection
Like none I've known before
I want a love that surpasses any previous relationships I've had
But unless you're sure
I don't want to get hurt again, so I need to know you're committed
Don't you give your heart
I don't want you to invest emotionally unless you're fully committed
Unless you give it all the way
I need your full commitment and devotion in order for this relationship to work
Don't give me just the part
Half-hearted effort or devotion will lead to disappointment and therefore, it will be unfair
'Cause that would be too cruel a game to play
I don't want to play games with your heart or feelings
Be sure or don't you give your heart
Take the time to reflect and think things through before making a commitment
It takes so long for me to mend
Emotional healing after a breakup is a long and difficult process for me
Each time love comes to an end
I've been through heartbreak multiple times, and it never gets easier
Don't think I'll make it through
I'm not sure if I can handle another heartbreak
That's why I must know the truth
I need to know if you're committed in order to avoid being hurt again
Am I the one that you can't live without?
I need to know if you feel as strongly about me as I do about you
If there's any doubt
If you're not sure, it's better to be honest upfront to avoid more troubles later
If you really truly care
If you genuinely care for me, you'll be honest and upfront with your feelings
All I ask is you be fair with me
I just want honesty and fairness in this relationship
The harder it's gonna be to take
Delaying honesty will only make the pain of a possible break up harder to deal with in the future
Don't give your heart unless you give it
If you're unsure of your commitment, don't invest in the relationship
All the way, baby, don't give
Full commitment is what I'm looking for in this relationship
My love
I'm willing to give my love fully and unconditionally
You do to take it all the way
I need your full commitment to make this relationship work
Unless you give it
I won't accept anything less than full commitment
My love, my love, don't give your heart
I don't want to play any games with your heart or feelings
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