A Girl Like That
Colin Blunstone/Rod Argent Lyrics

A girl like that could always see
This girl has an innate ability to see through all the layers of the singer's personality and understand who he truly is.

Right to the heart of everything I try to be
She sees the essence of the singer's being and understands what drives him, despite any façade or pretensions.

And when I'm down
The singer experiences low moments when he feels lost or in despair.

And feeling flat
The singer's emotional state is at a low level, lacking in energy or enthusiasm.

Then I need a girl like that
The singer recognizes that in such moments, he needs someone like this girl to uplift him, support him emotionally, and help him regain his strength.

When I was young
The singer reminisces about his youth, a time of innocence and optimism.

Thought I could fly
He had aspirations and dreams that seemed limitless, bravely soaring beyond any perceived limitations.

I dreamed that one day
He imagined a future where he would achieve greatness and live his dreams.

Maybe I would touch the sky
The sky is a metaphor for a lofty goal or destination that seemed within his reach.

But I've come down
The singer has since had a reality check, realizing that the path to success is not always straight or easy.

She brought me back
This girl has helped him find his way back to a more grounded and attainable reality.

And I need a girl like that
The singer acknowledges his ongoing need for this girl, who acts as a guiding light and force of stability in his life.

Thought I was strong
The singer once believed that he was invincible, capable of handling any challenge on his own.

Thought I could make it on my own
He had a strong sense of independence and self-reliance.

Spend my days without love
The singer was content with a solitary existence, without the need for romantic relationships.

Spend my nights alone
He was used to being by himself and did not seek companionship at night.

But life can play you tricks
Life is unpredictable and can sometimes throw curveballs that disrupt one's plans or expectations.

Live can do you down
This difficult experience can cause one to feel defeated or demoralized.

No way you're gonna make it without love
The singer has learned that love is an essential component of a fulfilling life, without which success and happiness may prove elusive.

That's the one thing that I've found
This realization has become a fundamental truth that the singer has discovered through his personal journey.

When you close your eyes
The singer is speaking more generally, noting that when one is lost or feeling disoriented, it can feel like being in a dream state.

You start to dream
It is during these moments that one may begin to envision a different reality, or imagine a path forward.

And before you know it
This process can occur quickly, without much warning or conscious effort.

You have drifted far downstream
The singer is using a river metaphor to describe the feeling of being taken away by a current, with little control over one's direction or pace.

That's when you need someone
In such moments of potential danger or uncertainty, it becomes critical to have someone by your side to offer guidance or support.

Help brings you back
With the help of this person, the singer feels more grounded and able to navigate life's twists and turns more effectively.

It's when you need a girl like that
This girl represents the type of person who can help the singer find his way back to reality and a sense of emotional well-being.