If Only
Fink Lyrics


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I ain't being funny, I ain't got the brakes
I ain't got the aces, I ain't got the stakes
If only
I ain't got the nerve, I ain't got the makings of
The man you deserve, I ain't got the time
If only

I'll be right on the train, up to town to, take you out again
Right on the train, first one outta here, to take you out again

I ain't got the bullshit, and I ain't got the lies
I ain't got the memories of tears in your eyes
If only
I'd be right on the money, I'd be right on time
I'd be right about everything that's bin all on my mind
If only

I'll be right on the train, up to town to, take you out again
Right on the train, first one outta here, to take you out again

You got a new man, and he sounds great
I got a new girl who treats me right
If only

I'd be right on the train, first one out




Up to town to take you out
Again

Overall Meaning

The song "If Only" by Fink is about regret and missed opportunities. The first verse starts with the singer acknowledging his shortcomings: he doesn't have the resources, courage, or time to be the man that the listener deserves. It's clear that he wants to be with this person, but he also knows that he's not the best fit for them. The chorus repeats the phrase "if only," as if the singer is constantly thinking about what could have been if he had been different.


The second verse continues to focus on the past and what the singer wishes he could change. He doesn't have the ability to lie or manipulate, but he also doesn't have the ability to be successful or make good decisions. He wishes he could be right about everything that's been on his mind, but he knows that he's not. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing the singer's longing for a second chance.


The final verse acknowledges that the listener has moved on and found someone new. The singer has found someone else as well, but there's still a sense of loss and missed opportunity. The final chorus repeats the phrase "if only" one last time, as if the singer is resigned to the fact that things will never be different.


Overall, "If Only" is a poignant and reflective song that speaks to the human experience of regret and longing for what could have been.


Line by Line Meaning

I ain't being funny, I ain't got the brakes
I'm not messing around, I don't have control over the situation.


I ain't got the aces, I ain't got the stakes
I don't have the winning hand or the necessary resources to succeed.


If only
If only I had what I need to make this work.


I ain't got the nerve, I ain't got the makings of the man you deserve
I lack the courage and qualities necessary to be the partner you deserve.


I ain't got the time
I'm too busy or too preoccupied to make this work.


I'll be right on the train, up to town to, take you out again
I'll come running to take you out just like before.


I ain't got the bullshit, and I ain't got the lies
I don't have the ability to deceive or manipulate you.


I ain't got the memories of tears in your eyes
I don't want to remember or cause any more pain.


I'd be right on the money, I'd be right on time
If I had the resources, I'd be there when you need me.


I'd be right about everything that's bin all on my mind
I'd finally have the answers to all my questions and doubts.


You got a new man, and he sounds great
You moved on to someone new and better.


I got a new girl who treats me right
I found someone who treats me well too.


If only
If only things had worked out between us.


I'd be right on the train, first one out, up to town to take you out again
I'd drop everything to be with you again.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: GARY BARLOW, GUY CHAMBERS

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@PureExpression

I ain't being funny, I ain't got the brakes
I ain't got the aces, I ain't got the stakes
If only
I ain't got the nerve, I ain't got the makings of
The man you deserve, I ain't got the time
If only
I'll be right on the train, up to town to, take you out again
Right on the train, first one outta here, to take you out again
I ain't got the bullshit, and I ain't got the lies
I ain't got the memories of tears in your eyes
If only
I'd be right on the money, I'd be right on time
I'd be right about everything that's bin all on my mind
If only
I'll be right on the train, up to town to, take you out again
Right on the train, first one outta here, to take you out again
You got a new man, and he sounds great
I got a new girl who treats me right
If only
I'd be right on the train, first one out
Up to town to take you out
Again



All comments from YouTube:

@thegagaovermusic

Coming after 6 years. And it makes me nostalgic. Thankyou for this beautiful song Fink.

@TheMrCrinkle

Yeah,I'm coming back to this song after a long time.... He really is one of the truest song writers isn't he ✨

@jiki1356

My boyfriend died 10 years ago. This song has always made me think of him. :( won't forget you David

@fh2364

I wish I could play the guitar when I hear your song ! Thank you for sharing your music 😊

@Naomi-wv5tr

Very emotional and moving song. I find it as touching and even better in compositions like per example Ed Sheerans music. How is this not considered top of the top!?

@Volgin93

Definitely true 👍 You have a good taste in music.

@chingching4308

I really love this song!🥰🥰🥰🥰

@Poncek1995

This is a great song. Thank you.

@Ozric42

Simply perfect.

@manko2102

acoustic...love it

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