Never Want To Live Without You
Eric Benét Lyrics
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I used to come and go no thought of what I left behind
But now somehow I've grown to see the world through brand new eyes
A better world that you've shown to me
When you were gone
Felt like the stars were pointless to shine
And my days dragged on
Without a cause or reason to find babe
I'm just a lonely waste of time
That should be spent with you faithfully
[Chorus]
So I never wanna live without you
Never gonna live without you
I never wanna live without you
Never wanna live
Cause you're the biggest part of my life
All of my world is built around you
Never make it through without you
All the love you bring to me
I was blind
Such a fool but now I see darling
Just hold my hand
Wherever we are just hold me
And now the second chance to start a life and family
I thank the Lord and you for this gift to me
So I never wanna live without you baby (I'll never live without you babe)
Never gonna live to doubt you (never live to doubt your love)
No I never wanna live without you baby (oh no)
Never wanna live without the biggest part of my life
Wanna build my world around you baby (wanna build my world)
Never make it through without you
All the love you bring to me
Thank you for the love
When you knew I was wrong
Thank you for the chance
To run back to your arms
Where I belong
I don't need to see
Who is there on the other side
Cause you are my love
My life
Until the day I die
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Eric Benet's "Never Want To Live Without You" express themes of growth, redemption, and the transformative power of love. The singer of the song describes himself as someone who used to be incapable of love but has shifted his perspective due to the influence of his beloved. He now understands the world through "brand new eyes" and considers the other person the "biggest part" of his life, stating that his world is "built around" them. The feelings he has for this person are profound and all-encompassing, as he claims that he "never" wants to live without them, acknowledging that they bring all the love and meaning to his life. He further acknowledges that even when he was wrong, this person still loved him and gave him a chance, and that their love is the most important thing in his life.
The song is a passionate declaration of love that shows how a person's perspective can change when they find someone who truly loves and cares for them. It also speaks to the idea that true love is transformative and can bring about positive change in an individual's life. The chorus, in particular, is a poignant reminder of the importance of having someone by your side, and how that love can motivate you to be a better person.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm known to have a heart that love couldn't find
My heart was empty and loveless in the past
I used to come and go no thought of what I left behind
I was careless and left people behind without a second thought
But now somehow I've grown to see the world through brand new eyes
You've helped me change my perspective and see the world in a new way
A better world that you've shown to me
You've brought me into a better world with your love and presence
When you were gone
I felt lost and empty when you weren't around
Felt like the stars were pointless to shine
Without you, everything felt dull and meaningless
And my days dragged on
Time felt slower and less enjoyable without you
Without a cause or reason to find babe
I felt lost and directionless without you in my life
I'm on my own
Without you, I feel alone and incomplete
I'm just a lonely waste of time
I feel like my life has no purpose or joy without you
That should be spent with you faithfully
I know my life is meant to be spent with you and your love
So I never wanna live without you
I never want to be without you in my life
Never gonna live without you
I cannot imagine living without you
Cause you're the biggest part of my life
You are the most important person in my life
All of my world is built around you
My world revolves around you and your love
Never make it through without you
I know I couldn't make it through life without you
All the love you bring to me
Your love is everything to me
I was blind
I couldn't see what was important in life before I met you
Such a fool but now I see darling
Thanks to you, I now understand what truly matters in life
Just hold my hand
I just want to feel your touch and comfort
Wherever we are just hold me
No matter where we are, I want you to hold me close
And now the second chance to start a life and family
Thanks to you, I have a chance to start a new life and family with you
I thank the Lord and you for this gift to me
I am grateful to God and you for bringing me such a wonderful gift
Never gonna live to doubt you
I will never doubt your love or loyalty
Wanna build my world around you baby (wanna build my world)
I want to create the perfect life for us and build it around our love
Thank you for the love
I am grateful for the love you give me
When you knew I was wrong
You still loved me and supported me even when I was wrong
Thank you for the chance
I am thankful for the second chance you gave me
To run back to your arms
I am glad I can always come back to your loving arms
Where I belong
With you is where I feel like I truly belong
I don't need to see
I don't need anything else or anyone else besides you
Who is there on the other side
I don't care who else is out there
Cause you are my love
Because you are the love of my life
My life
You are everything to me and my life revolves around you
Until the day I die
I will always love you and be with you until the end of my life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: JORDAN, ERIC BENET / NASH, GEORGE T. JR.
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