Only One
Butler John Trio Lyrics
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It's nothing you can see, I do all I can to hide
And all the rolling days, all the lonely nights
You don't know your place, all the fights
I keep on reading the same chapter
I cannot breathe, holding hiding truth
You always know when just to say let go
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
Did they tell ya man that you can't fly?
Did they clip your wings when you did try?
Did they say you could when you know can't?
Did you build your castles out of sand?
I keep on reading the same chapter
I cannot breathe, holding hiding truth
You always know when just to say let go
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
The only one
The only one
The only one
The only one
The only one
In Butler John Trio's song "Only One," the lyrics speak to the struggles of an individual who is haunted by something they cannot shake. The reference to "running on thin ice" implies that this person is treading carefully, as to not let their struggles consume them. Despite their efforts to hide it, their struggles are still apparent in their behavior as they feel lost, alone, and unable to find their place. The line "I keep on reading the same chapter" suggests this person is repeatedly going through cycles that lead to the same negative outcome. They are desperate for a way out, but cannot find one.
However, the song takes a positive turn in the chorus as the singer highlights the importance of having someone to turn to during these dark times. The person being sung to is "the only one" who can help the singer "unwind [their] tangled mind." They are compared to the sun, which is needed for growth and happiness, and the singer is "the seed" hoping to bloom with help from this person.
Overall, "Only One" speaks to the universal struggle of feeling lost and alone in this world, but finding comfort and hope in the presence of someone who can support and guide us through the tough times.
Line by Line Meaning
There's something haunting me, running on thin ice
I have a tendency to cling to things that are dangerous or may lead to negative consequences and it's troubling me
It's nothing you can see, I do all I can to hide
I'm trying to conceal my inner turmoil and not let it show outwardly
And all the rolling days, all the lonely nights
I feel isolated and alone, as if time keeps moving without me
You don't know your place, all the fights
We are in conflict because you don't understand where I'm coming from or what I'm going through
I keep on reading the same chapter
I continue to repeat my mistakes and struggles
I cannot breathe, holding hiding truth
I feel suffocated and trapped by keeping my inner struggles a secret
You always know when just to say let go
You have a comforting presence that helps me let go of my worries and move on
To me you are the only one
You are the only person who truly understands me and can help me overcome my struggles
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
You have the ability to help me sort out my thoughts and feelings that seem muddled and chaotic
I am the seed but you're the sun
I have potential, but your presence is what nurtures and helps me grow
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
I want to share my experiences and struggles with others to help them understand and empathize
Did they tell ya man that you can't fly?
Have you been discouraged by others from pursuing your dreams and goals?
Did they clip your wings when you did try?
Did someone or something stop you from reaching your full potential even when you tried?
Did they say you could when you know can't?
Did someone give you false encouragement or tell you that you were capable of something when you knew you weren't?
Did you build your castles out of sand?
Have you been building a foundation for something that is unstable and may crumble easily?
The only one
You are the only person who I trust and rely on for guidance and support
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JOHN CHARLES WILTSHIRE-BUTLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
ariel avila
There's something haunting me, running on thin ice
It's nothing you can see, I do all I can to hide
And all the rolling days, all the lonely nights
Where you don't know your place, all the fights
Oh, I keep on reading the same chapter
I cannot breathe, holding hiding truth
You always know when just to say let go
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
Did they tell ya man that you can't fly?
Did they clip your wings when you did try?
Did they say you could knowing you can't?
Did you build your castles out of sand?
Oh, I keep on reading the same chapter
I cannot breathe, holding hiding truth
You always know when just to say let go
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
The only one [x5]
Zach Pearson
I have found it to be 100% impossible to not be happy while listening to this song.
В.
Круто! Столько лет прошло, а все равно возвращаюсь послушать песню
Brigitte Oberlander
This is the kind of music that should be #1 on the world charts, not trashy the trashy shit they play now, this is real music
vnm108
This video really shows how John's guitar playing technique has evolved through the years. :) This video gives me hope that, if there ever was a zombie apocalypse, we would still have music played by none other than JBT
Paranormal Lane
Favorite part by far, though is when the music stops and they have to start running again. I died. And that weird high shriek before the video ended. Pure genius
Brodzzzzz
I love this John... Such a summer vibe song.. :)
ariel avila
There's something haunting me, running on thin ice
It's nothing you can see, I do all I can to hide
And all the rolling days, all the lonely nights
Where you don't know your place, all the fights
Oh, I keep on reading the same chapter
I cannot breathe, holding hiding truth
You always know when just to say let go
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
Did they tell ya man that you can't fly?
Did they clip your wings when you did try?
Did they say you could knowing you can't?
Did you build your castles out of sand?
Oh, I keep on reading the same chapter
I cannot breathe, holding hiding truth
You always know when just to say let go
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
To me you are the only one
Who can help unwind my tangled mind
I am the seed but you're the sun
I'm telling anybody tell everybody
The only one [x5]
Aneel Aranha
This song puts a smile on my face every single time I hear it...
Andrew Karp
The drummer's face at 2:14 is AWESOME!!!
sandman81full
очень круто и оригинально