Only One
Caleb Johnson Lyrics
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How many wars we suffer through
How many fights until we bleed
Yeah we don't need this misery
Or we just want some company
'Cause nothing good is guaranteed
Let's not throw it all away
No one's ever satisfied
You can go you know you're free to leave
After all that's said and done you'll see
You're still the only one, the only one for me
For me, for me, for me, for me, for me, for me, for me
How do we fix this broken love
We build it up and we destruct
Shattered pieces on the ground
We don't want no loneliness (We don't want)
We don't want no last regrets (No regrets)
All we know is that time is running out (Time is running out)
Let's not throw it all away
Still alone and falling
No one's ever satisfied
You can go you know you're free to leave
After all that's said and done you'll see
You're still the only one, the only one for me
For me, for me, for me, for me, for me, for me, for me
And if it don't work and if it still hurts
We'll cover our walls and build a dam
But all of these ghosts
While I was being close to where we are
Standing on the front line
No one's ever satisfied
You can go you know you're free to leave
After all that's said and done you'll see
You're still the only one, the only one for me
For me, for me, for me, for me, for me, for me, for me
In Caleb Johnson's song "Only One," the lyrics describe a relationship that is struggling to stay together. The opening lines "How many nights are black and blue/How many wars we suffer through/How many fights until we bleed/Yeah we don't need this misery" convey the hardships that the couple is facing. The lyrics suggest that the couple is trying to hold on to the relationship because they are afraid of being alone. However, they both realize that time is running out and that they need to fix their broken relationship.
The lyrics suggest that even though they have gone through so much together and may be tempted to give up, they still see each other as the only ones for each other. The central theme of the song is about fighting for love and not giving up easily; the lyric "Let's not throw it all away" conveys this idea. The repeated phrase "for me" at the end of the chorus illustrates the importance of the relationship to each other.
In summary, "Only One" portrays a relationship that is teetering on the edge of collapse, but the couple is fighting to save it. The song reminds listeners that love is not always easy, but it's worth the fight.
Line by Line Meaning
How many nights are black and blue
How many difficult and painful nights have we endured?
How many wars we suffer through
How many conflicts and battles have we gone through?
How many fights until we bleed
How many arguments have become severe and damaging?
Yeah we don't need this misery
We do not want or require this pain and suffering.
Or we just want some company
Maybe we just want someone to be with.
'Cause nothing good is guaranteed
There is no certainty that things will end up well or positively.
Let's not throw it all away
We should not ruin everything by making a mistake or giving up.
Still alone and falling
I am still alone and experiencing difficulties.
No one's ever satisfied
No one is ever content or pleased with their current situation.
You can go you know you're free to leave
You are able to leave if you want to.
After all that's said and done you'll see
In the end, when everything is finished or resolved, you'll understand.
You're still the only one, the only one for me
You are still the most important person to me.
How do we fix this broken love
How can we repair this relationship that is damaged and not working?
We build it up and we destruct
We have been constructing and destroying the relationship simultaneously.
Shattered pieces on the ground
Our relationship is broken and in pieces.
We don't want no loneliness (We don't want)
We do not want to feel alone and by ourselves.
We don't want no last regrets (No regrets)
We do not want to have any regrets in the end.
All we know is that time is running out (Time is running out)
We understand that there is limited time left to fix things.
And if it don't work and if it still hurts
If our efforts to fix the relationship do not work and we are still hurting.
We'll cover our walls and build a dam
We will try to block out or protect ourselves from the pain and hurt.
But all of these ghosts
Our past experiences and memories haunt us.
While I was being close to where we are
Throughout our relationship, I have been attentive and present.
Standing on the front line
We are fighting to save our relationship.
No one's ever satisfied
We are never fully content with what we have.
You can go you know you're free to leave
You have the freedom to leave if you want.
After all that's said and done you'll see
Once everything is finished or resolved, you will understand.
You're still the only one, the only one for me
You are still the most important person to me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CALEB PERRY JOHNSON, JOSHUA ALEXANDER BERMAN, SAM S. HOLLANDER
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Joey Morelock
This is what American Idol wanted Caleb to sound like. Just like Phillip Phillips first album. While awesome, just wasnt him. Im sure this album will be awesome and the Meat Loaf/Dio/Plant/Perry mixture Caleb we saw on Idol will be there.
N Yoshimura
Yes, I totally agree with you. I like this song but it is not really Caleb style, and just like the latest James Durbin.
Milena C
AGREED!
Persy Sweet
This is by far one of the best rock and roll song ever! Caleb is a true rocker and this is what this album is. Amazing job Caleb!
Karla Hinch
I love this song. I dont hear any autotune in this song. Dont know wtf people are saying. Caleb has a lot of talent. I love the lyrics to everything I have heard. Good Luck Caleb!! I will support you. For those who havent heard him sing live. Go check him out on the AI Tour!! Hes a pure raw talent.
Iva Marie
Congratulations on your first album Caleb! Our hometown of Asheville is super proud!
Bill Garleb
I LOVE THE SONG VERY MUCH, AND LOVE CALEB.
Trisha Burnam
Love it and I will own your album Caleb!!!
Liz Mosley
Caleb is so amazing and all his songs are going to be amazing.
Jen
I LOVE THIS SONG. Caleb sounds so good, love the lyrics, and I just love the song in general. Can't wait for the full album! I'm still so glad he won Idol.