Suddenly
H. Jackman Lyrics
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Suddenly it starts
Can two anxious hearts beat as one?
Yesterday I was alone
Today you walk beside me
Something still unclear
Something not yet here has begun
Seems a different place
Somehow full of grace, full of light
How was I to know that so much hope was held inside me?
What has passed is gone
Now we journey on through the night
How was I to know at last that happiness can come so fast?
Trusting me the way you do
I'm so afraid of failing you
Just a child who cannot know that danger follows where I go
There are shadows everywhere
And memories I cannot share
Nevermore alone
Nevermore apart
You have warmed my heart like the sun
You have brought the gift of life
And love so long denied me
Suddenly I see
What I could not see
Something suddenly
Has begun
The song Suddenly by H. Jackman is a romantic ballad about two individuals who find love unexpectedly, and it expresses the hesitation and uncertainty that comes with newfound love. The song starts by drawing attention to the suddenness of the love. The singer notes that it was sudden - some moment when they heard or saw something, and then the feeling started. The beginning stages of a relationship can be nerve-wracking, and the singer asks if two anxious hearts can beat as one. But as the relationship progresses, the two people become closer, and the singer notes that something has begun, though it is still unclear.
As the song progresses, the singer notes that the world seems like a different place when in love. The world is full of grace and light, and the singer did not expect so much hope to be held inside them. But despite the joy that love brings, the singer notes that they are afraid of failing their partner, who trusts them with their heart. They feel like a child who cannot know where danger lurks, and there are shadows and memories that they cannot share, which create a sense of uneasiness.
However, the singer acknowledges that they are never alone and never apart anymore because of the love they received. Their heart is warmed like the sun, and they have been given the gift of life and love, a feeling that was once denied them. The song concludes with the singer seeing clearly what they could not see before. Something special, sudden, and beautiful has begun, and they are ready to journey on together.
Line by Line Meaning
Suddenly you hear
A sudden sound or noise has caught your attention.
Suddenly it starts
Something unexpected has just begun.
Can two anxious hearts beat as one?
Two people who are nervous and afraid wonder if they can work together to face a challenge.
Yesterday I was alone
In the past, I was by myself.
Today you walk beside me
Now I have someone with me on my journey through life.
Something still unclear
There are things that remain uncertain or unknown.
Something not yet here has begun.
A new beginning or opportunity is on the horizon.
Suddenly the world
The environment and atmosphere around me has changed unexpectedly.
Seems a different place
Things look and feel unfamiliar or strange.
Somehow full of grace, full of light
Despite the change, everything appears to be positive and beautiful.
How was I to know that so much hope was held inside me?
I was unaware of the strength and optimism that I possessed.
What has passed is gone
The past cannot be changed or revisited.
Now we journey on through the night
We continue moving forward, even through dark or difficult times.
How was I to know at last that happiness can come so fast?
It's surprising how quickly joy and fulfillment can come into our lives.
Trusting me the way you do
The other person has a great deal of faith and confidence in me.
I'm so afraid of failing you
The fear of letting down the other person weighs heavily on my mind.
Just a child who cannot know that danger follows where I go
Despite being inexperienced and naïve, I don't realize the risks and hazards I may encounter.
There are shadows everywhere
Doubt, fear, or insecurity looms over every situation.
And memories I cannot share
There are things from my past that are too painful or personal to discuss with someone else.
Nevermore alone
From now on, I will always have someone with me.
Nevermore apart
We will stay together, no matter what obstacles we may face.
You have warmed my heart like the sun.
The other person has brought light and warmth into my life.
You have brought the gift of life
The other person has given me a sense of purpose and vitality.
And love so long denied me.
Finally, I am experiencing the affection and caring that I have been without for a long time.
Suddenly I see
I am able to perceive or understand something in a new way, seemingly out of nowhere.
What I could not see
Something that was beyond my comprehension or perception before.
Something suddenly
Something has occurred in a quick and surprising way.
Has begun
A new chapter or adventure has started.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alain Albert Boublil, Claude Michel Schonberg, Herbert Kretzmer
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Suddenly you're here
Suddenly it starts
Can two anxious hearts beat as one?
Yesterday, I was alone
Today, you walk beside me
Something still unclear
Something not yet here
Has begun
Suddenly, the world
Seems a different place
Somehow full of grace, full of light
How was I to know that so much hope was held inside me?
What has passed is gone
Now, we journey on through the night
How was I to know at last that happiness can come so fast?
Trusting me the way you do
I'm so afraid of failing you
Just a child who cannot know that danger follows where I go
There are shadows everywhere
And memories I cannot share
Nevermore alone
Nevermore apart
You have warmed my heart like the sun
You have brought the gift of life
And love so long denied me
Suddenly, I see
What I could not see
Something suddenly
Has begun
@redmayniac-
No matter what anyone says about the 2012 movie, this song is a blessing to the fandom and they should be GRATEFUL.
@mymatemartin
Proud to be an Aussie. Hugh is pure gold
@brittanydavisghiblieaglesfan
He really is ❤.
@raquelreyes2011
After all these years i finally saw this movie and i BAWLED. I cried throughout. I thoght it was such a sad but beautiful movie. And i loved it.
@cosettefauchelevent5495
It's already 10 years after this wonderful film was released....!
And it's also the day that Cosette got her family!
@Philosophical24
This song and his performance always brings me to tears
@ryanjaeger4173
My fav! Need more men who awaken in the midst of this crazy world and lead kids by dying to self!
@elainazimmerman5105
Usually I hate when musical movies add a song that wasn't there before but this one works
@cosettefauchelevent5495
Now it's been 200 years after this happened. On Christmas on 1823, a little girl who was abused by those malicious inkeepers finally became free and got a family! The Most Unforgettable Christmas Story.
@cosettefauchelevent5495
Merry Christmas, Cosette! Happy Adoption Day!