You Are the Only One
Emily Osment Lyrics


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Forever is a long time
I'm not gonna lie is that a promise you can make
Are we at the right place at the wrong time
Right now I really need some space
Together on the front line look me in the eye
Tell it straight to my face
Are we gonna work it out pack it in
Guess this is the chance we take

Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Frustrate me, complicate me, make it harder than it needs to be
The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay

Everything is alright
Some of the time, are we going through a phase
Are we moving too fast going too slow
Am I just afraid to make mistakes
I wanna keep it real now, dont make a sound
I wanna see it in your eyes
Are we gonna shake it up, or knock it down
But deep inside I know that we'll survive

Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Frustrate me, complicate me, make it harder than it needs to be
The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay

Through the ups and downs
I do just wanna be with you
With you

Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Frustrate me, complicate me, make it harder than it needs to be
The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay




The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Emily Osment's song "You Are the Only One" are a reflection of the doubts and uncertainties that come with a relationship. The initial stanza indicates that the commitment to being together forever is not as easy as it seems. The singer asks if this is the right time to be together, or if they need some space. They seem to be at a crossroads where they might have to end it or work it out. However, the following refrain reminds the singer that her partner is the only one who understands her well. They know her, feel her, hurt her, and frustrate her like no one else. They are close enough to drive her crazy and thus, make her want to stay.


The singer's short verse reveals that there is no guarantee in relationships. They sometimes go through rough patches, and emotions are not always stable. They may be moving too fast, too slow or even afraid to make mistakes. The singer wants to keep it real with her partner, know what they are thinking, and take it from there. The bridge then acknowledges that relationships have their ups and downs, but the singer wants to keep fighting for it because she loves her partner.


In conclusion, the song speaks about the trials and tribulations in a relationship. However, it emphasizes the fact that the one we choose as our partner is the only one who understands us truly. They have seen our worst sides, and still want to stay.


Line by Line Meaning

Forever is a long time
The future is unpredictable and committing to something for eternity is daunting.


I'm not gonna lie is that a promise you can make
Questioning if the other person is truly committed and able to keep their promises.


Are we at the right place at the wrong time
Questioning if the timing of the relationship is right for both individuals.


Right now I really need some space
Feeling suffocated and needing some alone time.


Together on the front line look me in the eye
Facing the problems of the relationship head-on and confronting each other directly.


Tell it straight to my face
Asking the other person to be honest and straightforward with their feelings and intentions.


Are we gonna work it out pack it in
Doubting if the relationship can be salvaged or if it's time to end things.


Guess this is the chance we take
Acknowledging that no relationship is guaranteed and taking a risk in trying to make it work.


Cause you are the only one
Expressing that the other person is truly unique and special in the artist's eyes.


Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
Believing that the other person truly understands and empathizes with the artist's emotions and experiences.


And you are the only one
Re-emphasizing the importance and uniqueness of the other person in the singer's life.


Who's close enough to drive me crazy
The other person has the ability to push the artist's buttons and test their patience.


Frustrate me, complicate me, make it harder than it needs to be
Acknowledging that the other person's actions or words can cause difficulty and confusion in the relationship.


The things that you do and the things that you say
Pointing out that both actions and words have an impact on the relationship.


Make me wanna stay
Despite the ups and downs, the singer's feelings for the other person are strong enough to want to continue the relationship.


Everything is alright
Recognizing that things may seem good on the surface, but there may be underlying issues.


Some of the time, are we going through a phase
Wondering if the troubles in the relationship are temporary or indicative of larger problems.


Are we moving too fast going too slow
Questioning if the pace of the relationship is appropriate for both parties.


Am I just afraid to make mistakes
Feeling insecure and unsure about making the right decisions in the relationship.


I wanna keep it real now, dont make a sound
Encouraging honesty and transparency in the relationship, without the fear of judgment or criticism.


I wanna see it in your eyes
Looking for reassurance and validation from the other person.


Are we gonna shake it up, or knock it down
Wondering if it's better to try to fix the relationship or end it completely.


But deep inside I know that we'll survive
Despite the uncertainties, having faith that the relationship will endure and come out stronger.


Through the ups and downs
Acknowledging that the relationship will have its highs and lows.


I do just wanna be with you
Expressing a desire to continue the relationship and stay committed to each other.


With you
Reinforcing the importance of the other person in the singer's life.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: WESLEY BOATMAN JR., WILLIAM BOOTSY COLLINS, JOHN KREITLER, PATSY KREITLER

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@deau2565

Forever is a long time
I'm not gonna lie is that a promise you can make
Are we at the right place at the wrong time
Right now I really need some space
Together on the front line look me in the eye
Tell it straight to my face
Are we gonna work it out pack it in
Guess this is the chance we take
Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Frustrate me, complicate me, make it harder than it needs to be
The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay
Everything is alright
Some of the time, are we going through a phase
Are we moving too fast going too slow
Am I just afraid to make mistakes
I wanna keep it real now, dont make a sound
I wanna see it in your eyes
Are we gonna shake it up, or knock it down
But deep inside I know that we'll survive
Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Frustrate me, complicate me, make it harder than it needs to be
The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay
Through the ups and downs
I do just wanna be with you
With you
Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Cause you are the only one
Who gets me knows me feels me hurts me
And you are the only one
Who's close enough to drive me crazy
Frustrate me, complicate me, make it harder than it needs to be
The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay
The things that you do and the things that you say
Make me wanna stay



All comments from YouTube:

@user-ux3vw6mb4k

I know all the Disney girls went through pop punk phases, but this song is probably the most underrated out of all of them.

@rodriguezsilveiro4419

Miss that

@555bambi

real

@churlley1970

This song was so good, could have become a huge hit. I’m getting Paramore vibes from it. Seriously underrated

@GrilledChickenRamyun

Soooooooooo good

@ascelin8880

Emily needs more recognition

@HardyMvZ_1997

Agreed

@vladtheimpaler9577

She is way better then Miley Cyrus

@Robinthangmusic

Vlad the Impaler no she's not.. They're voice too different... Emily's voice is more like rock and Miley's voice is for calmer songs

@cinnamonrolls3735

IKKKKRRRRR!!!!!! lol

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