You Can't Lose Me
Faith Hill Lyrics


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A little girl, a little small for her age
A little too slow for the field day race
Momma's waiting at the finish line
And wipes the teardrops from her eyes
She says, "You did just fine honey, that's okay
Sometimes life's just that way
You're gonna lose the race from time to time
But you're always gonna find

You can't lose me
Bet your life
I am here and I will always be
Just a wish away
Wherever you go
No matter how far
My love is where you are
You won't be lost if you believe
You can't lose me"

Momma use to say "Girl it won't be long
'Til it's time to go out on your own
Chase your dreams find your place in life
I know you'll do just fine"
When that day finally came
There were things she needed to but could not say
So I whispered softly as I wiped
The tears from Momma's eyes

"You can't lose me
Bet your life
I am here and I will always be
Just a wish away
Wherever I go
No matter how far
My love is where you are




You won't be lost if you believe
You can't lose me"

Overall Meaning

The song "You Can't Lose Me" by Faith Hill is a touching tribute to a mother's unbreakable bond with her child. The verses tell two different stories, but both share the theme of a mother's reassuring love. The first verse tells the story of a little girl who is disappointed by her lackluster performance in a school sports event. Her mother, waiting at the finish line, comforts her by saying that losing is a part of life, but they will always be together. The second verse is sung by the daughter, now grown up and leaving home to start her own life. Her mother expresses her pride, but also her sadness at the parting. In response, the daughter assures her mother that their love will always keep them close, no matter where life takes them.


The chorus is the heart of the song, with Hill's soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics. It emphasizes the mother's enduring presence in her child's life, no matter where they go or what challenges they face. The repeated line "You can't lose me" becomes a powerful declaration of love, underscoring the unwavering commitment between a mother and child.


Overall, "You Can't Lose Me" is a beautiful and poignant song that captures the strength and depth of a mother's love. It reminds listeners that even when life is difficult or uncertain, there is comfort in the knowledge that someone will always be there for them.


Line by Line Meaning

A little girl, a little small for her age
A young girl who is small in stature for her age.


A little too slow for the field day race
Not fast enough to win races.


Momma's waiting at the finish line
The mother is watching and waiting for the child at the end of the race.


And wipes the teardrops from her eyes
The mother is comforting the child who may be upset for not winning.


She says, "You did just fine honey, that's okay
The mother is reassuring the child that it's okay and that she did well.


Sometimes life's just that way
Life has ups and downs, and one can't always win.


You're gonna lose the race from time to time
It is inevitable that one will lose some races.


But you're always gonna find
One will always find support and love.


You can't lose me
The mother's love and support will never waver.


Bet your life
The mother's love is a certainty and a promise.


I am here and I will always be
The mother will always be there for the child.


Just a wish away
The mother's love and support is always accessible.


Wherever you go
The mother's love will follow the child.


No matter how far
Distance does not diminish the mother's love or support.


My love is where you are
The mother's love is with the child always.


You won't be lost if you believe
With the mother's love, the child will never be lost.


Momma use to say "Girl it won't be long
The mother used to tell the child that growing up and moving away was inevitable.


'Til it's time to go out on your own
Eventually, the child will need to leave the nest and find their way in the world.


Chase your dreams find your place in life
The mother encourages the child to pursue their dreams and find their path in life.


I know you'll do just fine"
The mother has faith in the child's abilities and future success.


When that day finally came
When the day comes for the child to leave the nest.


There were things she needed to but could not say
There were things the mother wanted to say but couldn't express at the moment.


So I whispered softly as I wiped
The child whispered and comforted the mother as she wiped her tears away.


The tears from Momma's eyes
The mother was crying at the thought of her child leaving but was comforted by their words.




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Written by: THOM MCHUGH, TREY EDWIN BRUCE

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Comments from YouTube:

Tran Wong

Faith is "the most beautiful" and "the best singer" of our time. We are very fortunate to have the chance to enjoy her singing. May God shower her with loads of blessings.

Michael Cooper

So Joyful! So Upbeat! So Alive!
Simply Spoken From The Heart β€πŸ’―

JEMAsouviens

This song has brought me so much sadness but comfort after I've lost my mother. I cry just about every time, but it in a way it helps me keep my memory of my mother. One of the best songs ever.

Jake Henley

Such a great song. I’m not sure why it wasn’t on her greatest hits album. It seems they ignored most of her early albums.

Susie Kemper

What a beautiful video. The singing, all of the white dresses, all the little ones, the ocean, and the lyrics. I think this is one of my favorites by Faith. Thx for sharing.

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patsy riepe

I love this song, my grandma use to sign it to me all the time growing up... It means so much to me, now that my grandmother has pasted... Faiths music is so beautiful..

Jordan Haley Barnes

Love this song!!! I’m 20 weeks and having a girl, the love I already have for my daughter is so big!!! πŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œ

jezkn

What I love about the way Faith sings this is that husky,, hoarse raspy quality to her voice she uses in this, which perfectly fits the song like a glove.. It is simply SENSATIONAL. There is no other singer in the WORLD that could sing it like that. The only other version of this song has been taken down.off YouTube. Please Dear God - protect this from the same fate,

deb2zen

Faith Hill is simply the best!!!!!!

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