Lyrically, the song is about wishing for an ex to fall in love only to be cheated on as karma for cheating themselves.
The song received a Country Music Association Award for Single of the Year nomination at the 54th Annual CMA Awards.
I Hope
Gabby Barrett Lyrics
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The way it made me smile
On the other end of a phone
In the middle of a highway driving alone
Oh baby I
I hope you hear a song
That makes you sing along and gets you thinking 'bout her
I hope you both feel the sparks by the end of the drive
I hope you know she's the one by the end of the night
I hope you never ever felt more free
Tell your friends that you're so happy
I hope she comes along and wrecks every one of your plans
I hope you spend your last dime to put a rock on her hand
I hope she's wilder than your wildest dreams
She's everything you're ever gonna need
And then I hope she cheats
Like you did on me
And then I hope she cheats
Like you did on me
Yeah babe, I hope she
Shows up in a 2AM pic from her friend
Hanging on to a guy, and you just ain't him
I hope you stay up all night all alone waiting by the phone
And then she calls
And baby I
I hope you work it out
Forgive and just about forget
And take her on a first date again
And when you lean in for a kiss
I hope you both feel the sparks by the end of the drive
I hope you know she's the one by the end of the night
I hope you never ever felt more free
Tell your friends that you're so happy
I hope she comes along and wrecks every one of your plans
I hope you spend your last dime to put a rock on her hand
I hope she's wilder than your wildest dreams
She's everything you're ever gonna need
And then I hope she cheats
Like you did on me
And then I hope she cheats
Like you did on me
I hope it goes, comes all the way around
I hope she makes you feel the same way
About her that I feel about you right now
I hope you both feel the sparks by the end of the drive
I hope you know she's the one by the end of the night
I hope you never ever felt more free
Tell your friends that you're so happy
I hope she comes along and wrecks every one of your plans
I hope you spend your last dime to put a rock on her hand
I hope she's wilder than your wildest dreams
She's everything you're ever gonna need
And then I hope she cheats
Like you did on me
And then I hope she cheats
Like you did on me
Like you did on me
The song "I Hope" by Gabby Barrett is a powerful country ballad detailing the story of a woman who was cheated on by her former lover. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "And then I hope she cheats, like you did on me" which illustrates the singer's desire for her ex to feel the same pain and heartbreak she experienced in their relationship. Throughout the song, she also expresses her hope that the man's new partner makes him happy but also wrecks his plans, and ultimately cheats on him. The lyrics are full of references to the love and affection the singer once had for her ex and her wish that he experiences the same love, joy, and pain that she did.
The lyrics are strikingly honest and vulnerable, with Gabby Barrett's beautiful and powerful voice bringing out the emotion in each line. It's a unique take on a break up song, with the singer wishing both the best and worst for her former partner. The song has resonated with many people who have experienced heartbreak and betrayal in their own relationships, as it captures the complicated and often contradictory emotions that come along with moving on.
Line by Line Meaning
I, I hope she makes you smile
I wish that the woman you are with makes you as happy as I did
The way it made me smile
The way you used to smile when you were with me
On the other end of a phone
Even if we were apart, I hope she can still make you feel close to her
In the middle of a highway driving alone
Even if you are physically alone, I hope she can fill the space in your heart
Oh baby I, I hope you hear a song
I hope you come across a song that reminds you of her and conveys your feelings for her
That makes you sing along and gets you thinking 'bout her
I hope this song can help you think about her and make you fall deeper in love with her
Then the last several miles turns into a blur, yeah
I hope you get lost in your own thoughts about her and lose track of everything else
I hope you both feel the sparks by the end of the drive
I hope you both have a connection and chemistry that's undeniable
I hope you know she's the one by the end of the night
I hope you realize that she's the perfect match for you and you never doubt it
I hope you never ever felt more free
I hope she can make you feel liberated and unrestricted
Tell your friends that you're so happy
I hope you can share your happiness with others and never stop expressing it
I hope she comes along and wrecks every one of your plans
I hope she's able to surprise you and make you throw away all your plans because of how amazing she is
I hope you spend your last dime to put a rock on her hand
I hope you're willing to go above and beyond for her and commit fully to her
I hope she's wilder than your wildest dreams
I hope she exceeds every expectation you've ever had and surprises you in every way
She's everything you're ever gonna need
I hope she can fulfill your every desire and become your true soulmate
And then I hope she cheats
However, I hope she betrays you in the same way you betrayed me
Like you did on me
Just like how you broke my heart and cheated on me
Yeah babe, I hope she
I still have feelings for you but hope that you find true love with her
Shows up in a 2AM pic from her friend
I hope you catch her cheating on you through a picture from someone else
Hanging on to a guy, and you just ain't him
I hope you see her with someone that's not you and realize that she's not yours anymore
I hope you stay up all night all alone waiting by the phone
I hope you feel the same pain and loneliness that I felt when you cheated on me
And then she calls
But then she comes back to you
I hope you work it out
I hope you can forgive her for cheating on you and work through your relationship problems
Forgive and just about forget
I hope you can forgive but not forget the pain she's caused you
And take her on a first date again
I hope you can start over and have a fresh, new beginning with her
And when you lean in for a kiss
I hope you still feel that same spark and chemistry when you kiss her
I hope it goes, comes all the way around
I hope karma comes back to you and you experience what I went through
I hope she makes you feel the same way
I hope she makes you feel as amazing and loved as you made me feel
About her that I feel about you right now
But also, I hope you can finally understand the love and devotion I had for you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Gabrielle Barrett, Jon Nite, Zachary Kale
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@breelookabill6619
Stages of getting over a cheating breakup in the form of songs:
First stage: Die from a broken heart by Maddie and Tae
Second stage : I hope by Gaby Barrett
Third Stage: Mamas broken heart by Miranda Lambert
Final Stage: Before he cheats by Carrie Underwood
@GrimmAsEver
I remember my first time hearing this song. It went a little like this:
Driving along listening to the radio, this song comes on
Gabby: starts singing
Me: Ooooh, I like her voice turns it up
Me: Aw, a song about being the bigger person and wishing the best for your ex - that's sweet. Not relatable for me, but sweet 🤷🏻♀️
Gabby: "and then I hope she cheats 🙃"
Me: OHH SHIIIITT 😩😂
It's now my favorite song lol
@ukeleleguitar2087
At first, I was like "damn this is a really nice song about moving on", then I hear "I HOPE SHE CHEATS", and I realized it's the nicest revenge song I've ever heard.
@DIAMONDNFURS
I said the exact same thing... But I love it 🤣
@maddiandraegan5689
I know right 🥶😂😂
@lovenothate520
So true lol 😂
@BebeLife486
This was literally me! 😂😂😂
@honeyberriee1039
I was reading it then I heard it
@Steph-412
Me, a happily married woman of 11 years, singing this song to the top of my lungs with all the emotion of a deeply scorned woman. Yeah, this song is THAT good!
@fredjohnson513
Hello Stephanie👋👋
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@WildFirez_96
YEEEESS!!!!