All I Want
Civet Lyrics


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All I want is you to stand by my side
All I want is you to stand by my side
I hope you'll understand
I respect you as my friend
Without you there's no plan
Boys will come and boys will go
just like street cars
All I want is you to stand by my side
All I want is you to stand by my side
There's time when life gets hard
Without your friends you won't get far
I got you and that's a start
Never backing down, you're always true, yeah

All I want is you to stand by my side
All I want is you to stand by my side
We've been through everything
We'll be sisters 'til the end,
what's broken we will mend




Boys will come and boys will go
just like street cars

Overall Meaning

The song "All I Want" by Civet is an ode to friendship and the importance of having someone stand by your side through all the ups and downs of life. The repetition of the lines "All I want is you to stand by my side" emphasizes the central message of the song. The singer expresses their appreciation and respect for their friend, acknowledging that without them, there would be no plan.


The lyrics also touch upon the transience of relationships, specifically romantic ones. The line "Boys will come and boys will go just like street cars" alludes to the fleeting nature of romantic relationships, reinforcing the idea that true friendship is stable and enduring. The singer recognizes that life can be difficult at times, but having a loyal friend by your side makes all the difference. The message of the song is uplifting and reminds us of the power of true friendship.


Line by Line Meaning

All I want is you to stand by my side
The singer desires the consistent presence and support of their friend in their life.


I hope you'll understand
The singer expresses the hope that their friend will comprehend their sentiments and actions.


I respect you as my friend
The singer conveys their admiration and appreciation for their friend as a person and companion.


Without you there's no plan
The artist acknowledges their dependence on their friend and emphasizes the importance of their presence in their life.


Boys will come and boys will go just like street cars
The artist acknowledges the transient nature of relationships with romantic partners, likening it to the ephemerality of street cars.


There's a time when life gets hard
The singer acknowledges the challenges and difficulties of life and emphasizes the importance of having supportive friends during such times.


Without your friends you won't get far
The singer emphasizes the critical role of friends in life and the need for their support to achieve success and happiness.


I got you and that's a start
The artist acknowledges the value of their current friendship and expresses hope for its continuation and growth.


Never backing down, you're always true, yeah
The artist recognizes their friend's loyalty and steadfastness, which they value deeply.


We've been through everything
The artist reflects on the depth and history of their friendship and the experiences they have shared.


We'll be sisters 'til the end
The singer expresses their commitment to their friendship and invokes the familial bond they share.


What's broken we will mend
The artist emphasizes their ability to repair and overcome challenges in their friendship and in life.




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