Wonderful Life
Gwen Stefani Lyrics
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For years, you know?
Your memory seems to come and go
Our time meant so much to me
Now you can't be found
You were the first to want me
The first to love me
Who was the last to know you
The last to love you
The last to hold you?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
I thought of you again today
Reminded me how with time I've changed
If you only knew what you gave to me
Now you can't be found
And you were the first I trusted
I learned what love is
When we were just kids
When did you get so lost
And how could you think you'd be better off?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Why'd you have to say goodbye?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
Thank you for those special moments
You will always be here, in my mind
Did you know you changed my life?
I'm thankful for that time
I'm thankful for that time
I'm thankful for that time
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
Why'd you have to say goodbye?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
I'm asking why, but I'll never know
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Why'd you have to say goodbye?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
The lyrics convey a deep sense of nostalgia and regret, as singer Gwen Stefani reflects on a past relationship that was once incredibly meaningful to her but has since faded away. The opening verse reveals that the memory of the person in question "seems to come and go", suggesting that their presence in her life is fleeting and perhaps even ghostly. Despite the passage of time, she still holds a strong attachment to the memories they shared, emphasizing that "our time meant so much to me". However, she also acknowledges that this person "can't be found", which further underscores the sense of loss and separation that pervades the song.
The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that life is wonderful but full of mysteries and unanswered questions. On the surface, it may seem like a celebration of life's beauty and richness, but there is also a hint of sadness and longing in the repetition of the phrase "why'd you have to say goodbye?" Despite the joys and blessings of life, there are times when we are unable to come to terms with the losses we have experienced or the mysteries that remain unsolved. The final verse seems to offer a kind of resolution, as Stefani expresses her gratitude for the memories she shared with this person, acknowledging that they will always hold a special place in her heart and in her mind.
Line by Line Meaning
I haven't thought of you
It has been a long time since I last thought of you
For years, you know?
It has been years since we last spoke
Your memory seems to come and go
I don't remember you all the time
Our time meant so much to me
I still cherish the time we spent together
Now you can't be found
I have lost touch with you and can't seem to locate you
You were the first to want me
You were the first person who showed interest in me
The first to love me
You were the first person who loved me
The first to need me
You were the first person who needed me
Who was the last to know you
Who was the last person to be in touch with you
The last to love you
Who was the last person to love you
The last to hold you?
Who was the last person to hold you
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
Life is so amazing and full of wonders
I thought of you again today
I remembered you today
Reminded me how with time I've changed
I realized how much I have changed since I last saw you
If you only knew what you gave to me
I wish you knew the impact you made in my life
Now you can't be found
I lost touch with you and can't seem to locate you
And you were the first I trusted
You were the first person I trusted
I learned what love is
I discovered what love means when we were together
When we were just kids
When we were young
When did you get so lost
When did you start losing your way
And how could you think you'd be better off?
How did you convince yourself that you would be better without me
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
Why'd you have to say goodbye?
Why did we have to part ways?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
Life is so amazing and full of wonders
Thank you for those special moments
I appreciate the special moments we shared
You will always be here, in my mind
You will always be in my thoughts
Did you know you changed my life?
You made a significant impact on my life
I'm thankful for that time
I'm grateful for the time we spent together
I'm thankful for that time
I'm grateful for the time we spent together
I'm thankful for that time
I'm grateful for the time we spent together
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
Life is amazing and full of wonders
Why'd you have to say goodbye?
Why did we have to part ways?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
I'm asking why, but I'll never know
I'm still wondering what went wrong, but I'll never find out
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
Why'd you have to say goodbye?
Why did we have to part ways?
It's a wonderful, wonderful life (so wonderful)
Life is amazing and full of wonders
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
Life is so amazing and full of wonders
It's a wonderful, wonderful life
Life is amazing and full of wonders
Such a wonderful, wonderful life
Life is so amazing and full of wonders
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GWEN STEFANI, LINDA PERRY
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