The Promise
Dead On A Sunday Lyrics


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If you need a friend, don't look to a stranger
You know in the end, I'll always be there
But when you're in doubt, and when you're in danger
Take a look all around, and I'll be there

I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me
I promise you, I promise you I will

When your day is through, and so is your temper
You know what to do, I'm gonna always be there
Sometimes if I shout, it's not what's intended
These words just come out, with no cross to bear

I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me
I promise you, I promise you

I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
And if I had to walk the world, I'd make you fall for me
I promise you, I promise you I will

I gotta tell you, I gotta tell you, I need to tell you

I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me
I promise you, I promise you...

I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be




And if I had to walk the world, I'd make you fall for me
I promise you, I promise you I will. I will. I will

Overall Meaning

"Promise" by Dead On A Sunday is a love song that promises to be there for the loved one in need. The singer makes a promise to always support their loved one in times of need and danger. The song starts with a line that says, "If you need a friend, don't look to a stranger. You know in the end, I'll always be there." It stresses the importance of having a friend in times of need and how the singer will always be there for the loved one.


The lyrics continue to emphasize the singer's promise to make the loved one fall for them. The line "But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me" shows the singer's commitment to their relationship and their willingness to go the extra mile. The song also acknowledges that the singer might not always say the right thing, but their intentions are always pure, and they promise to make it right.


In the end, the song reaffirms the singer's commitment to their loved one and the promise they have made. The song conveys the message that love is unconditional, and the singer will be there for their loved one through thick and thin.


Line by Line Meaning

If you need a friend, don't look to a stranger
When you need someone to rely on, don't trust a stranger, trust me instead.


You know in the end, I'll always be there
I am committed to being there for you, no matter what happens.


But when you're in doubt, and when you're in danger
If you ever find yourself unsure or in a dangerous situation, don't hesitate to look around for help.


Take a look all around, and I'll be there
If you look carefully, you'll find that I am always around to support you.


I'm sorry, but I'm just thinking of the right words to say
I am apologizing for not being able to articulate my thoughts correctly.


I know they don't sound the way I planned them to be
I am aware that my words might not be coming out the way I intended them to.


But if you'll wait around awhile, I'll make you fall for me
If you give me some time, I promise that I can win you over with my words and actions.


I promise you, I promise you I will
I am making a vow, and I will stick to it, no matter what happens.


When your day is through, and so is your temper
At the end of the day, when you're feeling upset or frustrated, I will be there for you.


You know what to do, I'm gonna always be there
You can count on me to be there for you and support you, no matter what.


Sometimes if I shout, it's not what's intended
If I ever raise my voice, it's not because I'm angry or upset, but because I am passionate about something.


These words just come out, with no cross to bear
I am not trying to hurt you or cause any issues. My words just flow out naturally.


And if I had to walk the world, I'd make you fall for me
I am willing to travel across the world and do everything in my power to make you see that I am the right person for you.


I gotta tell you, I gotta tell you, I need to tell you
There is something that I need to tell you urgently.


I promise you, I promise you...
Again, I am making a vow, and I will do everything I can to keep it.


I promise you, I promise you...I will. I will. I will
I am emphasizing my commitment to you and making it clear that I will do whatever it takes to prove it to you.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Andrew Mann, Clive Farrington, Michael Floreale, Romy Dya, Stephen Singer

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