Inspired by a real-life crush, the song "What I Go To School For" resulted in a popular music video starring supermodel Lorna Roberts. The parent album, charting at #2 in the UK, received middling critical reviews but became such a commercial success that it was multi-platinum certified by the RIAA. Charting placements in nations such as Austria, Ireland, and Japan spread word of the band, with their sound being compared to American pop punk acts such as Green Day and Sum 41.
November 2003 saw the release of Busted's second album, titled 'A Present For Everyone'. That album also charted at #2 in the UK. A live album, called 'A Ticket For Everyone', was released in November 2004, with the group facing inter-member tension.
The band split in January 2005 after Charlie decided to focus on his rock band Fightstar. Matt went on to release a solo album and has since become a television presenter with his wife. James founded the short-lived band Son Of Dork before focusing on songwriting.
The band reformed in 2013 without Charlie to make a supergroup with McFly to create McBusted
Busted annouced on 10 November 2015 that they are to reform as a trio, including Charlie, ten years after the band originally called it quits.
Losing You
Busted Lyrics
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Sitting here alone thinking it through
Trying to convince myself that I'm not losing you
Or can't you just forget the things I said
I was angry at the time but now I cleared my head
It was so strong, where did it all go wrong
So tell me why, I'm swimming against the tide
Losing you
So tell me why, you don't care enough to try
Are you giving up this fight, I can't stand
Won't stand, losing you
You don't have to say a word its in your eyes
What can I do to convince you we need more time
And I know I may have made a few mistakes
But losing you is just too much for me to take
It was so strong, where did it all go wrong
So tell me why, I'm swimming against the tide
And I'm praying for a lifeline, 'cause I'm
Losing you
So tell me why, you don't care enough to try
Are you giving up this fight, I can't stand
Won't stand, losing you
So tell me what to say
Because I need, a chance to change
And I won't let you walk away
So tell me why, I'm swimming against the tide
And I'm praying for a lifeline, 'cause I'm
Losing you
So tell me why, you don't care enough to try
Are you giving up this fight, I can't stand
Won't stand, losing you
So tell me why, I'm swimming against the tide
And I'm praying for a lifeline, 'cause I'm
Losing you
So tell me why, you don't care enough to try
Are you giving up this fight, I can't stand
Won't stand, losing you
“Losing You” by Busted is a song about a man trying to save his relationship after realizing he is losing the love of his life. The song’s narrative expresses the singer’s regrets and apologies following a fight with his partner. He admits to saying things in anger but realizes he doesn't want to lose the love of his life. The lyrics portray a sense of desperation and fear of losing someone special. The lines "I'm swimming against the tide And I'm praying for a lifeline" express that the singer is trying everything he can to save his relationship but feels helpless.
The chorus repeats the lines "So tell me why, you don't care enough to try" which shows that the singer’s partner has given up on the relationship, and he is trying to convince them to try to save it. However, the singer does not give up and keeps pleading and promising to change in order to keep the relationship alive. The song showcases a relatable and vulnerable aspect of relationships.
In conclusion, "Losing You" is an emotional song with a powerful message about the fear of losing someone you love. The lyrics express regret, sorrow, and hope for a second chance in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
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An expression of affirming agreement and attentiveness.
Sitting here alone thinking it through
Reflecting and pondering in solitude.
Trying to convince myself that I'm not losing you
Attempting to persuade oneself that you are not departing.
Or can't you just forget the things I said
Or could you please overlook the statements I made in anger.
I was angry at the time but now I cleared my head
I was furious at that point but now I have come to a better understanding.
It was so strong, where did it all go wrong
The relationship was so robust, where did it fail.
So tell me why, I'm swimming against the tide
Please inform me why I am struggling to hold onto our relationship.
And I'm praying for a lifeline, 'cause I'm Losing you
I am seeking assistance because I am losing you.
So tell me why, you don't care enough to try
Please explain why you don't care enough to try and preserve our relationship.
Are you giving up this fight, I can't stand
Have you decided to abandon this battle? I cannot bear it.
Won't stand, losing you
I cannot handle losing you.
You don't have to say a word its in your eyes
You don't have to talk; I can see it in your eyes.
What can I do to convince you we need more time
What can I do to convince you that we need to spend more time together.
And I know I may have made a few mistakes
And I understand I might have made a few errors.
But losing you is just too much for me to take
However, the thought of losing you is unbearable for me.
So tell me what to say
Please instruct me on what to say next.
Because I need, a chance to change
Since I require an opportunity to modify.
And I won't let you walk away
And I will not allow you to leave.
So tell me why, I'm swimming against the tide
Please inform me why I am attempting to maintain our relationship against the odds.
And I'm praying for a lifeline, 'cause I'm Losing you
I'm praying for a way to save our relationship because I'm losing you.
So tell me why, you don't care enough to try
Please inform me why you are not putting enough effort into preserving our relationship.
Are you giving up this fight, I can't stand
Are you abandoning this struggle? I cannot bear it.
Won't stand, losing you
I cannot handle losing you.
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Kassner Associated Publishers Ltd
Written by: Mathew Sargeant, John McLaughlin, James Bourne, Charles Robert Simpson, Steve Robson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
anonymousanomalous
There will always be a place in my heart for Busted :)<3
Oscar Velez
y por muchos años que pasen seguir escuchando este temazo
Positivevibes#🙂
Such an awesome song
Faye Stones
It's 2012, and I'm still listening to them & this song was and will always be my favourite song by them! xx
Micky Kostalas
It’s 2022 and I still do to lol
Chris
@Micky Kostalas 2023!
PSMcFly
I love Busted... they're amazing.
CJB1997
God this song gives me major goosebumps
kishy schluck
This will always be my favorite song :))
DeAnna Rochelle
Wow. This is the most relevant song in my life right now. I just wanna cry. :/ This is amazing <3