All That I Need Is Love
Gardot Melody Lyrics

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All that I'm dreaming of
They don't know you know that they don't know
That all that I need is love

So much of these times have been physical
Well all the love now where'd it go?
Could it be my words are all together totally absurd
All of the men I know laugh at me
They don't listen, they can't see I'm falling apart
'cause no one will acknowledge my heart.

No they don't know, no they don't know
All that I'm dreaming of
They don't know, you know that they don't know
That all that I need is love

So I'll take my thoughts and just walk away
Well I've said all that I can say
But I'm still dreaming of
The day that I will find my love

The day that I will find my love
The day I will find my love.

Overall Meaning

In "All That I Need Is Love", Gardot Melody presents a commentary on the societal pressure placed on men and women to conform to specific gender roles and expectations, particularly when it comes to love and relationships. The opening stanza describes how boys are often taught to believe that they can have anything and everything they want in life. They view love as just another opportunity to be seized, and they see themselves as entitled to any girl they desire. However, the singer points out that these desires are misguided, and that the boys' lack of understanding of love and relationships is evidence of their immaturity.

The second verse continues this theme of misguided perceptions of love, and shifts to the perspective of women. The singer notes that women often feel like their efforts to find meaningful connections are dismissed or belittled by men, who only seem to value physical attraction. The singer laments that her attempts to communicate her true feelings and needs are repeatedly ignored or dismissed. She feels invisible and unheard, and is left to long for the day when she can finally find the love and connection she craves.

Throughout the song, Gardot Melody uses a soft, melancholy melody that perfectly matches the tone of the lyrics. Her vocal performance is understated but powerful, capturing the heartache and longing that pervades the song. "All That I Need Is Love" is a haunting and beautiful reminder of the importance of genuine emotional connection in a world that often emphasizes superficial qualities and attitudes.

Line by Line Meaning

Boys like to think they can have it all
Boys tend to overestimate their capabilities and believe they can achieve anything.

Well they don't know they're still so small
They lack enough experience and wisdom to understand that they have limitations.

All that they see is life is opportunity
They only focus on the positives and view every situation as a chance to progress.

Guys like to think they'll get any girl
Men tend to assume that they can easily win over any woman they desire.

That just one look, one quick twirl
They believe that a simple gesture or attitude can impress women.

That these acts alone will buy him a way into my home
They hope that these actions can grant them access to a woman's life and space.

No well they don't know, no they don't know
Men lack knowledge and understanding about the things that matter to women.

All that I'm dreaming of
The artist has hopes, expectations, and desires for her love life.

They don't know you know that they don't know
The artist is aware that men lack insight into her expectations, emotions, and desires.

That all that I need is love
The artist wants affection, care, and attention from a partner.

So much of these times have been physical
Romantic relationships these days tend to be more about physical attraction and pleasure than love.

Well all the love now where'd it go?
The artist wonders why love is no longer an essential aspect of romantic relationships.

Could it be my words are all together totally absurd
The singer doubts whether her thoughts and feelings about love are too unreasonable or impractical.

All of the men I know laugh at me
Men tend to ridicule or dismiss the singer's expectations and desires regarding love.

They don't listen, they can't see I'm falling apart
Men don't pay attention to the singer's emotional state, even though she's struggling and unhappy.

'cause no one will acknowledge my heart.
Men don't seem to value the artist's emotions and feelings when it comes to relationships.

So I'll take my thoughts and just walk away
The artist decides to avoid men who don't understand her or value her emotions.

Well I've said all that I can say
The singer has expressed her thoughts and feelings about love, but men don't seem to listen or understand.

But I'm still dreaming of
Despite being disappointed and rejected, the singer still hopes for a meaningful and loving relationship.

The day that I will find my love
The artist believes that someday she will find the kind of love she dreams of and deserves.

The day that I will find my love
The artist emphasizes the importance of finding love and being fulfilled emotionally.

The day I will find my love.
The artist is optimistic and determined to find the right partner and experience the love she longs for.

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MELODY GARDOT

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Boys like to think they can have it all
Well they don't know they're still so small
All that they see is live is opportunity
Guys like to think they'll get any girl
That just one look, one quick twirl
That these acts alone will buy him a way into my home
No well they don't know, no they don't know
All that I'm dreaming of
They don't know you know that they don't know
That all that I need is love
So much of these times have been physical
Well all the love now where'd it go?
Could it be my words are all together totally absurd
All of the men I know laugh at me
They don't listen, they can't see I'm falling apart
'cause no one will acknowledge my heart.
No they don't know, no they don't know
All that I'm dreaming of
They don't know, you know that they don't know
That all that I need is love
So I'll take my thoughts and just walk away
Well I've said all that I can say
But I'm still dreaming of
The day that I will find my love
The day that I will find my love
The day I will find my love.