I Can't Get Close Enough
Exile Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴

Anything, I would give anything
If I could only show you
How strong my passion is for you

But every time I've tried to tell you
I can't find the right words to say
No matter how hard I keep trying
I just haven't found a way

I can't get close enough, I can't get close enough to you
Just holding you tight, all night, doesn't seem to do
I can't get near enough, I can't get near enough of you
But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through

Everywhere, I would go everywhere
Right beside you, if that would prove my love for you
Wherever you lead, I would follow, it makes no difference, you see
I'd give anything to make you understand how much you mean to me

I can't get close enough, I can't get close enough to you
Just holding you tight, all night, doesn't seem to do
I can't get near enough, I can't get near enough of you
But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through

Oh, I can't get close enough, I can't get close enough to you
Just holding you tight, all night, doesn't seem to do
I can't get near enough, I can't get near enough of you
But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through
But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through

Got to get closer, near enough, near enough for you
(Oh, I've got to get closer)
Close enough, got to get closer, near enough, near enough
(Near enough for you)

Close enough, got to get closer
Near enough for you
Close enough, got to get closer
(Oh, I've got to get closer)




Near enough
(Near enough)

Overall Meaning

The song "I Can't Get Close Enough" by Exile is about a person who is deeply in love with someone but struggles to express their feelings through words. The lyrics depict the inability of the singer to fully articulate their passion and their longing to be physically and emotionally closer to their significant other. The singer is willing to do anything to show how much they care, including going anywhere with their loved one and following them no matter where they lead. The chorus emphasizes the central theme of the song, stating that the singer can't seem to get close enough to their loved one, even when they are holding them tight all night.


The lyrics can be interpreted as an expression of the depth and intensity of the singer's love, and the frustration of not being able to fully convey it. The song captures the feeling of being so in love with someone that no matter how close you are, it never feels close enough. The repetition of the lines "I can't get close enough, I can't get near enough" reinforces this idea of longing and desire for intimacy.


Overall, "I Can't Get Close Enough" is a heartfelt love song that expresses the intense emotions that come with being in love. The lyrics convey both the beauty and the struggle of love, and the longing for physical, emotional, and spiritual closeness with the one you love.


Line by Line Meaning

Anything, I would give anything
I am willing to sacrifice anything for you.


If I could only show you
I wish I could make you understand how I truly feel about you.


How strong my passion is for you
I have an intense and fervent love for you.


But every time I've tried to tell you
I have attempted to express my feelings to you on multiple occasions.


I can't find the right words to say
I struggle to put my emotions into the proper language.


No matter how hard I keep trying
Despite my best efforts,


I just haven't found a way
I still have not been successful.


Just holding you tight, all night, doesn't seem to do
Even physical closeness and intimacy do not satisfy my desire for you.


But you know that, it's a good kind of thing I'm going through
You understand that my love for you is a positive experience, despite the pain of unrequited love.


Everywhere, I would go everywhere
I am willing to follow you anywhere.


Right beside you, if that would prove my love for you
I would stand by your side to demonstrate the extent of my affection.


Wherever you lead, I would follow, it makes no difference, you see
I am willing to accompany you wherever life takes you.


I'd give anything to make you understand how much you mean to me
I am willing to make any sacrifice to communicate the depth of my love for you.


Got to get closer, near enough, near enough for you
My desire to be closer to you is overwhelming.


Close enough, got to get closer
I must be closer to you to satisfy my longing for you.


Near enough for you
I must be near enough to you to feel complete.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DANN HUFF, MARK SPIRO

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Comments from YouTube:

Terri Rooney

Absolutely love these guys love their music just amazing

holtridge

They are awesome.

Terri Rooney

Also recently seen them ..truly Amazing!!!!

Cat Mom 2

Saw them 4 years ago. Tonight, I will be attending another performance. So excited!

JJ

Thanks for posting this. It got taken down for awhile, but I'm happy to see it's back and it's in better quality. Cheers, OP!

billy Hensley

Gotta love exile Kentucky's finest

Judith Lamanca

Still sounding great! Saw them a couple of months ago. I love this song. ❤️

Randal Coats

Still listening in 2022. Never gets old. Thanks for posting.

richard myers

I absolutely Love this Exlie song!! Their up there with the best!!!

Tom Tang

Shelter From The Night album ❤️❤️❤️

More Comments

More Versions