You've Got The Love
Florence + the Machine Lyrics


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Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying, "Lord I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need
To see me through

Sometimes it seems the going is just too rough
And things go wrong no matter what I do
Now and then it seems that life is just too much
But you've got the love I need to see me through

When food is gone you are my daily meal, oh
When friends are gone I know my savior's love is real
You know it's real

'Cause you've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love

Time after time I think, "Oh Lord what's the use?"
Time after time I think it's just no good
'Cause sooner or later in life, the things you love you lose
But you've got the love I need to see me through

You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love

You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love
You've got the love

Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
'Cause I know I can count on you, oh




Sometimes I feel like saying, "Lord I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need to see me through

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Florence + The Machine's song "You've Got the Love" talk about the struggles of life and how overwhelming things can become. The singer expresses her moments of despair and frustration, admitting that she wants to give up and throw her hands up in the air. But in these moments of darkness, she can rely on the love that she receives from someone important in her life. The love helps her to keep going, to find the strength to keep moving forward, and to never give up.


The song's lyrics are relatable and universal, as anyone can experience moments when everything seems too much to handle. The music and Florence Welch's powerful vocals complement the theme, creating an uplifting and empowering atmosphere. By highlighting the importance of love in getting through difficult times, the song encourages listeners to surround themselves with those who are positive influences and can support them through life's struggles.


Overall, "You've Got the Love" is a song about the power of love to help overcome life's challenges. It encourages listeners to embrace the love they receive and to rely on it in times of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
At times, I feel like being overwhelmed and giving up


I know I can count on you
But I am assured that I can rely on you


Sometimes I feel like saying, "Lord I just don't care"
There are moments when I feel like I lost all energy and determination


But you've got the love I need
However, since you have the love and support that I require,


To see me through
you help me find the strength to endure and overcome hardships.


Sometimes it seems the going is just too rough
There are instances when obstacles feel insurmountable


And things go wrong no matter what I do
And circumstances spiral out of control due to no fault of mine


Now and then it seems that life is just too much
Occasionally, life feels like it's too daunting to cope with


But you've got the love I need to see me through
But with your love and support, I can somehow push through these difficulties


When food is gone, you are my daily meal, oh
When basic needs like food are scarce, you become my only source of sustenance and hope


When friends are gone, I know my savior's love is real
And when friends are no longer present or supportive, I understand that your love is genuine


You know it's real
I am confident that your love and support are authentic and reliable


'Cause you've got the love
It's solely because you possess love


Time after time I think, "Oh Lord what's the use?"
Again and again, I question the point of persevering


Time after time I think it's just no good
Repeatedly, I assume that the situation is hopeless and no good can come out of it


'Cause sooner or later in life, the things you love you lose
Because at some point, circumstances will cause you to lose what you cherish


But you've got the love I need to see me through
Nonetheless, despite the inevitable losses in life, with you by my side, I can persevere


You've got the love
You possess the love and support necessary to make it through tough times


You've got the love
Again, it's your love that I require


You've got the love
One more time, I reiterate that it's you and your love that keep me going


You've got the love
You are the key component to my ability to endure life's challenges


You've got the love
Finally, I conclude that your love is essential and irreplaceable


You've got the love
Once again, the song confirms that your love is my guiding force




Lyrics © Truelove Music
Written by: Anthony Stephens, Arnecia Harris, John Truelove

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@Caroline-np9pm

Sounds like she's taking about Jesus to me. I was just praying and feeling sad that I haven't been spending time with my saviour lately. Then this song came to mind, I looked up the lyrics.... "Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord I just don't care"....But you've got the love I need to see me through"
Jesus, the friend that sticks closer than a brother-(Lord) Proverbs 18:24

The song says"when food is gone you are my daily meal When friends are gone I know my saviour's love is real"-
Jesus said we should ask God the father for our daily bread-"Pray then like this:
“Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come,your will be done,on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
Jesus also says He is that bread.
"I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Anyone who eats this bread will live forever; and this bread, which I will offer so the world may live, is my flesh.”John 6:51
Jesus truly loves us even when we feel like "Lord I just don't care". His love will always see us through 💕



@user-yz1gn4uv9q

[Chorus 1]
Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need To see me through

[Verse 1]
Sometimes it seems that the going is just too rough
And things go wrong no matter what I do
Now and then it seems that life is just too much
But you've got the love I need to see me through

When food is gone you are my daily need
When friends are gone I know my savior's love is real
You know it's real

[Chorus 2]
You got the love [x6]

[Verse 2]
Time after time I think "Oh Lord, what's the use?"
Time after time I think it's just no good
Sooner or later in life, the things you love you lose
But you've got the love I need to see me through

[Chorus 2][x2]
You got the love [x6]

[Chorus 1]
Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need To see me through



@user-bl4ey9gz2z

Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need To see me through

Sometimes it seems that the going is just too rough
And things go wrong no matter what I do
Now and then it seems that life is just too much
But you've got the love I need to see me through

When food is gone you are my daily meal
When friends are gone I know my savior's love is real
Your love is real

You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love

Time after time I think "Oh Lord what's the use?"
Time after time I think it's just no good
Sooner or later in life, the things you love you loose
But you got the love I need to see me through

You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love

Sometimes I feel like throwing my hands up in the air
I know I can count on you
Sometimes I feel like saying "Lord I just don't care"
But you've got the love I need to see me through

You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love
You got the love



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13 years later, if you're watching this then you're a pure legend

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@interstelafx

She sings it so easily that we forget how difficult this song is

@drkchoco6061

we?

@claradavidson1837

Well said 👍

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Fooo real

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