Nothing Without You
Fantastic Negrito Lyrics
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Some of us, we are the abusers,
and some of us, we are the abused
Now you and I, we know we've been
both these things before
I think it's time we called a truce
walking through the doorway alone
but I believe it was all a lie
I need you and you need me
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah,
I am nothing without you (2)
Now, some of us may need a reason
and some of us, we can fake the truth
and you and I, you and I are so pissed off
at the way this world has treted us
so tell me what you're gonna do
First time I sit down that I know I'm a liear
babe, I'm tryin
I can feel the tiem is running
(running out on me)
Oooh, now I really know,
I can't do it all alone
I am nothing without you (2)
I am nothing without you
Yes, I try and I try
but, oh
I'm nothing without you.
In "Nothing Without You," Fantastic Negrito explores the complicated dynamics of power and control in relationships. The song highlights the fact that sometimes we are the "abusers" and sometimes we are the "abused," but ultimately, we all need each other to survive. The lyrics suggest that trust is essential for relationships to work, and that it's time to "call a truce" and come together despite our differences.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that without the other person, we are "nothing." It's a declaration of vulnerability and a recognition that we all need support and love from others to thrive. The verses depict the struggle of trying to navigate the complexities of relationships and the pain of feeling alone.
One interesting aspect of the song is the use of blues-inspired instrumentation and vocals. Fantastic Negrito draws on traditional blues tropes to convey the raw emotion of the lyrics. The music video also adds to the message of the song by showing a diverse group of people coming together and supporting each other.
Line by Line Meaning
Some of us, we are the abusers,
Some of us are guilty of being abusive.
and some of us, we are the abused
Some of us have experienced being abused.
Now you and I, we know we've been both these things before
We both understand what it is like to be both an abuser and abused in the past.
I think it's time we called a truce
It's time for us to put aside our past and make amends.
I know it took some time for me to go walking through the doorway alone
It was difficult for me to move on and take responsibility for my actions.
but I believe it was all a lie
I now realize that I was not truly happy alone.
I need you and you need me
We are dependent on each other.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
An expression of affirmation.
I am nothing without you (2)
We are incomplete without each other.
Now, some of us may need a reason
Some people need justification for their actions.
and some of us, we can fake the truth
Some people are capable of lying.
and you and I, you and I are so pissed off at the way this world has treted us
We are both angry at how the world has treated us.
so tell me what you're gonna do
Let's come up with a plan to deal with our anger.
First time I sit down that I know I'm a liear
I am admitting that I have been dishonest in the past.
babe, I'm tryin
I am making an effort to change.
I can feel the tiem is running (running out on me)
I recognize that time is not on my side.
Oooh, now I really know,
I have come to a realization.
I can't do it all alone
I cannot handle everything on my own.
I am nothing without you (2)
We are dependent on each other for peace and happiness.
Yes, I try and I try
Despite our struggles, we continue to make an effort.
but, oh
Despite our effort, we need each other.
I'm nothing without you.
We are each other's salvation.
Contributed by Levi O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@julianakcobain1023
Some of us we are the abusers
Some of us we are the abused
Now you and I we know we been both things before
I think it’s time we call it a truce
Now I know it takes some time
For me to come walking through the doorway alone
But I believe it was all a lie
I need ya and you need me
[Chorus]
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
I am nothing without you
I am nothing without you
[Verse 2]
Some of use need a reason
Some of us we can we can fake the truth
You and I are so pissed of at the way the world has treated us
So tell me what you gonna do
First time I sit down
Girl I know I'm a liar but I'm trying
I can feel the time is running out on me
Out on me
Ohhh now I really know I can’t do it all one
@c0171
Love this song immensely. I use it as a background track when I am writing. Thank you Fantastic for such a powerful song.
@blackisback74
this guy rocks....real music by a real artist and none of that bubblegum pop music that's out there today.
@soniamariani9442
La sua voce mi avvolge e me se porta via.
@mikeflash66
Thank god,there`s still good music and you man prove it.We thank you.
@stefanogrilli6906
E' un musicista ed artista vero, coniuga bene la parte strumentale ( esaltando un'accento che lo identifica sulla base ritmica), con un senso animistico che proviene dal profondo delle origini soul, blues; queste arrivano a toccare un pop tutto tassellato di estro che tocca parti musicali plurime, che fanno sempre scuotere chi ascolta
@ericwatler23
Please please please make this into a video and sing it just like the audio song please guitar and everything
@CHE113A
I LOVE THIS!!! +Fantastic Negrito THANKYOU!! For giving us such a Beautiful Song!..
@hollywallace7183
All the respect and love I can send. I know how life changes and we have to reinvent ourselves. You've done well my friend. Now enjoy Sunshine!
@riacerecerez9235
OAKLAND ROOTS BABY ♥
@crystalgoode8411
This song is my life with my husband.... crying my eyes out...what a fantastic song by one of very few raw talents of today's music....