Crazy for you
David R. Jones Lyrics
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If any compliments are paid to me
If any praises I receive for anything that I achieve
I'll never rightfully belong to you.
For when I wonder you convinced me that I could
Knowing you depended on me proved I should
And in your mind you never doubted that I would
I see admiration in your eyes
And I believe you think I hung the moon
And if I fail like other men or find the will to try again
But anything I am begins with you.
For when I wonder you convinced me that I could
Knowing you depended on me proved I should
And in your mind you never doubted that I would
But what would I do (what would I do) if nor for you.
What would I do (what would I do) if nor for you
In this song, David R. Jones expresses his gratitude for the support and belief that his partner has in him. He acknowledges that any achievements or accomplishments he may have are not solely his own, but a result of the encouragement and confidence that his significant other has given him. He recognizes that without his partner's unwavering faith in him, he may not have had the strength or motivation to pursue his goals.
The lyrics also touch upon the fear of failure and the pressure to live up to his partner's high expectations. Jones acknowledges that his partner sees him in a positive light, admires him greatly, and believes in his abilities even when he may not see them himself. This love and support from his partner is the foundation of his confidence and personal success.
Line by Line Meaning
If anything I am or hope to be
Everything that I am or aspire to be has no bearing on the person you are.
If any compliments are paid to me
Any compliments that are directed towards me are not truly mine to claim, but yours for building me up.
If any praises I receive for anything that I achieve
Any praises that I may receive for my achievements are really just a reflection of your influence in my life.
I'll never rightfully belong to you.
Even though I owe so much to you and your support, I can never truly belong to you as an individual.
For when I wonder you convinced me that I could
You always believed in me and gave me the confidence to pursue my dreams.
Knowing you depended on me proved I should
The fact that you relied on me made me more determined to succeed and push forward.
And in your mind you never doubted that I would
You always had faith in me, even when I didn't have it in myself, and that helped me succeed.
But what would I do (what would I do) if not for you.
I owe so much of my success and happiness to you that I don't know what my life would be like without you.
I see admiration in your eyes
I can sense the pride and love you have for me by the way you look at me.
And I believe you think I hung the moon
You think so highly of me that you see me as someone who can do no wrong, and that motivates me to be better.
And if I fail like other men or find the will to try again
Whether I succeed or fail, I know that you will always be there to support me and help me keep going.
But anything I am begins with you.
No matter what I achieve or become, it all started with your influence and support in my life.
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Written by: Bob Dylan
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