NEED YOU
Devotion Lyrics


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The very thought of you, leaving my life
Brought me down in tears (you brought me down in tears)
I took for granted all the love that you gave to me
And now that's what I fear
Don't go away

Every heartbeat, every moment, everything I see is you
Please forgive me, I'm so sorry, don't say we're through

Girl I need you to be by my side
Girl I need you to open up my eyes
Cause without you, where would I be
Yes I need you, come back to me

A kiss is not a kiss without your lips kissing mine
You bring me paradise (your reason to my life)
I can't live if you took your love away from me
Without you I would die, yeah yeah yeah yeah

Every second, every minute, everytime I close my eyes
I can feel you, so I want you, to stay mine

Girl I need you to be by my side (I need you by my side)
Girl I need you to open up my eyes (without you I would die)
Cause without you, where would I be (where would I be)
Yes I need you, come back to me (come back to me)

(I can't live without you in life)

I'm so sorry, can't you see
Won't you stay right here with me, yeah yeah

Every second, every minute, everytime I close my eyes
I can feel you, so I want you, to always be mine

Girl I need you to be by my side (to be by my side)
Girl I need you to open up my eyes (won't you open up my eyes)
Cause without you, where would I be (where would I be)
Yes I need you, come back to me

Girl I need you to be by my side (come back to me)
Girl I need you to open up my eyes (come back to me)
Cause without you, where would I be (come back to me)
Yes I need you, come back to me (come back to me)

Repeat until end: I need you, I want you, to be with me and never leave

Girl I need you to be by my side
Girl I need you to open up my eyes




Cause without you, where would I be
Yes I need you, come back to me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Need You" by Devotion convey the message of regret and remorse - the singer is expressing how their life has been affected by the absence of their partner. The song begins by stating that the mere thought of their partner leaving is causing tears and pain. The singer further admits to taking their love for granted and now fears that their partner might leave them. The chorus emphasizes the theme of needing their partner by their side and opening up their eyes to the importance of their presence in their life. The lyrics are heartfelt and showcase the singers' vulnerability and longing for their partner.


The bridge of the song emphasizes the importance of physical intimacy in a relationship. The singer says that a kiss without their partner's lips is not a real kiss, and their partner's presence is the reason for their happiness. The next verse elaborates the fear of losing their partner's love, stating that they cannot live without it. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the urgency for their partner to return.


Overall, "Need You" is a song that portrays the intensity of the singer's feeling and their dependence on their partner. The lyrics walk the listener through the emotions of love and loss, regret and longing, and exemplify Devotion's soulful R&B style of music.


Line by Line Meaning

The very thought of you, leaving my life Brought me down in tears (you brought me down in tears)
The mere idea of you separating from my life caused me overwhelming grief.


I took for granted all the love that you gave to me And now that's what I fear Don't go away
I did not value the great devotion you showed me and now I am afraid of losing you, please don't leave me.


Every heartbeat, every moment, everything I see is you Please forgive me, I'm so sorry, don't say we're through
You are always on my mind and I regret not appreciating you enough. Please, accept my apology and do not end our relationship.


Girl I need you to be by my side Girl I need you to open up my eyes Cause without you, where would I be Yes I need you, come back to me
I require your presence, your enlightenment, and your love to sustain me. Please come back to me.


A kiss is not a kiss without your lips kissing mine You bring me paradise (your reason to my life) I can't live if you took your love away from me Without you I would die, yeah yeah yeah yeah
You are the center of my universe, the source of my pleasure, and the reason for my survival. My soul will die without your love.


Every second, every minute, everytime I close my eyes I can feel you, so I want you, to stay mine
I think of you constantly, I crave your presence, and I hope that you will stay with me forever.


I'm so sorry, can't you see Won't you stay right here with me, yeah yeah
I am deeply apologetic, please forgive me and remain here with me.


Repeat until end: I need you, I want you, to be with me and never leave Girl I need you to be by my side Girl I need you to open up my eyes Cause without you, where would I be Yes I need you, come back to me
I will continue to repeat the fact that I need you and want you to stay with me forever. Please come back to me and let me love you.




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@inohaveshirt

Damn... 90s - 2000s love memories and feelings coming back. Back when we didn't have a care in the world.

@reydithaelpedes6648

One of the many songs my now hubby dedicated to me when we were dating ❤

@ccxfrank109

this song hits the heart

@NovaPrimeXDD

this song is just pure awesome

@Lacedupalltheway

...Memories...❤😢

@Michelle-vq8ku

I love you. More than you'll ever know. And thank you

@samkeo2432

Damnnn this is old school

@batoslocos368

i like this song

@bijta469

I like this song

@goaway8225

Miss you

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