ONCE UPON A TIME
Carl Kennedy feat. Cheyenne Tozzi Lyrics


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I spent plenty nights waiting for you
I could picture myself with you
I stood still just waiting for you
Oh babe
I fight every one to be with you
Oh with you
Oh baby
I spent plenty nights waiting for you
I could picture myself with you
I stood still just waiting for you
Oh babe
I fight every one to be with you
Oh with you
Oh baby

I spent plenty nights waiting for you
I could picture myself with you
I stood still just waiting for you
Oh babe
I fight every one to be with you




Oh with you
Oh baby

Overall Meaning

In Carl Kennedy's song "Once Upon A Time," the lyrics depict a longing for someone special. The repetition of the lyrics "I spent plenty nights waiting for you, I could picture myself with you, I stood still just waiting for you" highlights the desperation and patience involved in waiting for love. The singer seems to have fought against all odds to be with this person, suggesting that their love may not have been easy or accepted by others. The repetition of "Oh babe, Oh with you, Oh baby" in the chorus emphasizes the feeling of love and the intensity of the emotions involved.


The lyrics can also be interpreted as a reflection on the past, where the singer may have been waiting for someone who never came or perhaps a situation where two people were kept apart. This interpretation is supported by the title of the song, "Once Upon A Time," which suggests a story from the past. The longing and yearning expressed in the lyrics may also serve as a reminder of an old love that was lost, but still holds a special place in the singer's heart.


Overall, the lyrics of "Once Upon A Time" express a heartfelt desire and a willingness to fight for love, even against the odds. The relatable themes of love, patience, and longing make it a powerful and emotional song that resonates with many listeners.


Line by Line Meaning

I spent plenty nights waiting for you
I invested a significant amount of my time and energy patiently anticipating your arrival


I could picture myself with you
I had a vivid imagination that envisioned a future with you


I stood still just waiting for you
I remained motionless, waiting intently for your presence to appear


Oh babe
Expressing affection or endearment towards the person the song is referring to


I fight every one to be with you
I am willing to battle and overcome any obstacle, whether it be social norms or external forces, to be in your presence and have your love


Oh with you
A continuation of the previous line, reiterating the desire to be with the person being addressed


Oh baby
An expression of fondness and admiration towards the person the song is directed to




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES B KENNEDY, JIMMY NOLAN

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