If I Gave You Love
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And what we had, oh
And I hate the fact we can't turn back
'Cause what I did
It hurt you bad, oh
And I know that I did you wrong
Know that I led you on
(Did you wrong, did you wrong)
But I was running blind
And I wish I took the time
To really ask you how you feel
So tell me now
How will I know if you really love me?
I say a prayer with every heartbeat
I fall in love whenever we meet
How will I know?
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Every night, I'm running wild to heal the scars
And clear my mind, oh yeah
But it's hard to find the space I need to contemplate
That you're not mine anymore
And I know that I did you wrong
Know that I led you on
Know that I did you wrong
(Did you wrong, did you wrong)
But I was running blind
And I wish I took the time
To really ask you how you feel
So tell me now
How will I know if you really love me?
I say a prayer with every heartbeat
I fall in love whenever we meet
How will I know? (How will I know?)
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Oh-oh-oh-oh
How will I know?
Oh, can you tell me?
I need to know, I need to know
How will I know if you really love me?
How will I know?
How will I know?
How will I know if you really love me?
I say a prayer with every heartbeat
I fall in love whenever we meet (oh yeah)
How will I know? (How will I know?)
How will I know?
How will I know if you really love me?
I say a prayer with every heartbeat
I fall in love whenever we meet
How will I know? (How will I know?)
How will I know?
In "If You Really Love Me", David Guetta, MistaJam, and John Newman express their regret over a previous romantic relationship that fell apart because of their actions. The lyrics are filled with nostalgia as they look back on the relationship and wish they could turn back time to make things right. They acknowledge that they did wrong by leading their partner on and hurting them, but also admit that they were "running blind" and didn't take the time to truly understand their partner's feelings. The chorus asks the question of how they will know if their partner truly loves them, expressing a yearning for reassurance and a desire to make things right.
The song's lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and self-examination that is often absent from dance-pop tracks. The introspective tone of the lyrics is matched by the production, which features a restrained beat and simple piano melody that provides a backdrop for John Newman's soulful vocals. The song's melancholy mood is tempered by a sense of optimism and hopefulness, as the lyrics suggest that it might be possible to repair the relationship if both parties are willing to work at it. Overall, "If You Really Love Me" is a heartfelt and introspective take on the ups and downs of romantic relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Lookin' back, lookin back' at the past
Reflecting on what has happened before
At what we had, oh
Remembering the relationship that once was
And I hate the fact we can't turn back
Regretting that the past cannot be changed
'Cause what I did
Referring to a mistake made in the past
It hurt you bad, oh
Acknowledging that the mistake caused pain
And I know that I did you wrong
Recognizing responsibility for causing harm in the past
Know that I led you on
Knowing that actions were misleading and hurtful
But I was running blind
Feeling lost and unaware of the impact on the other person
And I wish I took the time
Expressing the wish to have acted differently in the past
To really ask you how you feel
Realizing the importance of communication and understanding
So tell me now
Asking for a response or clarification
How will I know if you really love me
Questioning the authenticity of the other person's feelings
I say a prayer with every heartbeat
Expressing a deep desire for love and connection
I fall in love whenever we meet
Revealing how drawn to the other person they are
Oh-oh-oh-oh
Vocalizing emotions or joy
Every night, I'm running wild to heal the scars
Struggling with the emotional pain caused by the past
And clear my mind, oh yeah
Attempting to find clarity and peace of mind
But it's hard to find the space I need to contemplate
Having difficulty finding the mental space to process emotions
That you're not mine anymore
Realizing that the relationship has ended
Oh, can you tell me?
Asking for clarity or answers
I need to know, I need to know
Emphasizing the importance of understanding
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Guetta, Franklin, George Robert Merrill, John Newman, Narada Michael Walden, Ollie Green, Peter Dalton, Shannon Alexandria Rubicam
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@theittheit6075
The real lyrics:
Baby all I got's this beat up leather bag
And everything I own don't fill up half
But don't you worry 'bout the way I pack
All I care about is gettin' back real soon
A goodbye kiss is all I need from you
'Cause I'm carryin' your love with me
West Virginia down to Tennessee
I'll be movin' with the good Lord's speed
Carryin' your love with me
It's my strength for holdin' on
Every minute that I have to be gone
I'll have everything I'll ever need
I'm carryin' your love with me
On a lonely highway stuck out in the rain
Darlin' all I have to do is speak your name
The clouds roll back and the waters part
The sun starts shinin' in my heart for you
You're right there in everything I do
'Cause I'm carryin' your love with me
West Virginia down to Tennesse
I'll be movin' with the good Lord's speed
Carryin' your love with me
It's my strength for holdin' on
Every minute that I have to be gone
I'll have everything I'll ever need
I'm carryin' your love with me
It's my strength for holdin' on
Every minute that I have to be gone
I'll have everything I'll ever need
I'm carryin' your love with me
I'm carryin' your love with me
I'm carryin' your love with me
West Virginia down to Tennessee
I'll be movin' with the good Lord's speed
Carrying' your love with me
@H3arts4nyx
Carrying you love By David Morris
(I’m carrying your love and with me,West Virginia down to Tennessee.)
(I’ll be moving with the good lords feet,carrying your love with me)
Aye hop in the front seat,We gon ride now.I just filled up this ole truck,we gon drive down.Small county roads, We hit a southbound.Stopping at every little map down town We hit the Florida line,Georgia pines, Beach trees,Caroline Sunshine sipping sweet tea,make our way to bama baby zip on up to Tennessee,Stop at Graceland and Dollywood to see the king and Queen. Yeah~ you know I’m down to ride girl. Yeah~ for the rest of my life girl. Yeah~for the rest of my life girl,And everything’s a dream when I’m carrying your love with me
(I’m carrying your love with me West Virginia down to Tennessee) (I’ll be moving with the good lords feet),(carrying your love with me)
Aye girl have you ever been grand canyon chasing,Rout sixty six. Ridding desert town,lake and mount rush,yo chilling top town,Your destinations girl we can go to places you ain’t never seen before.From up north and down south . for the side light town swim till the tide goes down,Get married on the beach white sand and white gown.Blue skys and white clouds Tomorrow ain’t promised all we got is today right now,Yeah~ you know I’m down to ride girl,Yeah~ for the rest of my life girl,Yeah~What we gots all I need and everything’s a dream when I’m carrying your love with me
(I’m carrying your love with me)(west Virginia down to Tennessee)(I’ll be moving with the good lords feet carrying your love with me)
We can stay in the small town where we grew up put some roots down, racing baby’s up it don’t matter if we stay right here cuz no matter where girl one things clear
(I’m carrying your love with me)(West Virginia down to Tennessee I’ll be moving with the good lords feet)(carrying your love with me)
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I typed this all 🥹
Got some word wrong
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Where are you listening from? 🌎
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Ur moms bedroom
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iPhone
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In my sofa
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Never gonna give you up
Never gonna let you down
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That is a smart idea
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Came back lol
@suvin1
Im going to deliberately like and unlike it so that you have to listen to it till you get sick of it 😈😝😂