STRONGER
Clean Bandit Lyrics

People tell me to be cautious
Others advise me to be careful and thoughtful in my actions.

People tell me not to lose my self control
Others warn me to maintain my emotional stability and not let my feelings dictate my actions.

People tell me to be flawless
Others expect me to be perfect and without error.

People tell me not to let myself evolve
Others discourage me from growing and changing as a person.

And I think I don't really get it
I believe that I don't fully understand their expectations and admonishments.

I think it's all just a peculiar game
I perceive their words as a strange and puzzling challenge.

And soon I'll wake up and I'll forget it
I imagine that eventually, I will move past these demands and forget about their impact on me.

And everyone will know me by a different name
I predict that I will undergo such significant changes that my identity will become unrecognizable to others.

I wanted to be stronger
I desired to become more resilient and capable.

I wanted to be everything for you
I aspired to fulfill every need and desire for the person I care about.

If I could be stronger would you believe
If I could improve myself, do you think you would trust and accept my love?

That I could love you like you want me to?
Would you feel satisfied and loved if I could meet your expectations?

Love me like you want me to
Please show me the love and affection that you desire from me.

I held my breath every time
I awaited eagerly and with anxious anticipation.

I tried to keep myself dry
I attempted to remain composed and unemotional, despite the circumstances.

But did I ask too much?
Did I demand too much from you and expect more than was reasonable?

If I could do it again
If I had a chance to repeat this, with the knowledge I have now.

Would you believe what I said
Would you trust and accept what I had communicated to you?

That I still want that rush
That I still crave and desire the excitement and intensity that comes with love and passion.

I want to be strong for you
I want to be a powerful and reliable presence in your life.

And I can, yes I can
And I am capable of doing so.

If only you could promise that you will try too
If you could commit to making an effort as well.

I'll be there, I'll be there
I will be present and supportive.

Love me like you want me to
Please show me the love and affection that you desire from me.

I wanted to be stronger
I desired to become more resilient and capable.

If I could be stronger would you believe
If I could improve myself, do you think you would trust and accept my love?

That I could love you like you want me to?
Would you feel satisfied and loved if I could meet your expectations?

Love me like you want me to
Please show me the love and affection that you desire from me.