All I Want
Hoffs Susanna Lyrics
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Can't escape from the things that line our way
Take it, leave it, break it
Anyway, you can't get back to yesterday
All I want
All I want to do
You better listen from now on
Stop what's goin' wrong
You better listen from now on
Confidence, coincidence, call it a sin
It's just like people say
Tomorrow's here so open up your eyes
Never hesitate
All I want
All I want to do
Is make you listen from now on
Sleepin' in the dark
Dreamin' of the stars
Keep one to wish on from now on
Oh oh
Oh woh
It makes me want to give you everything
Pick you up and take you home again
Hold you tight and think that now is then
All I want to do
All I want to do
You better listen from now on
Open arms or cryin' eyes
Say hello or wave goodbye
Which one are you thinkin' of
Oh oh
Oh woh
All I want to do
All I want to do
Is make you listen from now on
Stop what's goin' on
Stop what's goin' wrong
From now on
'Cause all I want to do
All I want to say
You better listen from now on
Sleepin' in the dark
And dreamin' of the stars
Keep one to wish on from now on
All I want to do
All I want to say
Is everything I feel from now on
The lyrics to Susanna Hoffs' song "All I Want" reflect the idea of living in the present and making the most of every moment. The opening lines, "Can't ignore or hide away, can't escape from the things that line our way," suggest that we can't ignore or run away from the challenges that life throws at us. Instead, we should face them head-on, take them as they come, and learn from them.
The chorus, "All I want, all I want to do, you better listen from now on, stop what's goin' on, stop what's goin' wrong," reinforces the idea of being present and taking action in the moment. It suggests that we should stop ignoring the problems we face and start actively trying to fix them.
The lyrics also suggest the importance of confidence, coincidence and not hesitating in life. It encourages the listener to make the most of every opportunity, "Tomorrow's here so open up your eyes, never hesitate," and to have faith in themselves and the idea that everything happens for a reason.
Overall, the song's lyrics encourage the listener to live in the present and make the most of every moment, rather than looking back to the past or worrying about the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't ignore or hide away
It's impossible to ignore or avoid the obstacles that come our way
Can't escape from the things that line our way
We can't run away from the challenges that we face
Take it, leave it, break it
We have the choice to either accept, reject, or destroy what we encounter
Anyway, you can't get back to yesterday
No matter what we choose to do, we can never go back in time
All I want
The singer's desire
All I want to do
The singer's goal
You better listen from now on
The singer wants to be heard and understood
Stop what's goin' on
The singer wants to put an end to negative situations
Stop what's goin' wrong
The singer wants to fix what's broken
Confidence, coincidence, call it a sin
The singer believes that having faith in oneself and trusting in fate can sometimes be seen as wrong
It's just like people say
The singer is acknowledging a common belief
Tomorrow's here so open up your eyes
The singer is encouraging the listener to be aware of the present and the opportunities it holds
Never hesitate
The singer advises the listener to not hold back and to take action
Is make you listen from now on
The singer wants the listener to pay attention
Sleepin' in the dark
The singer is referring to the feeling of being lost or stuck
Dreamin' of the stars
The singer is hoping for something better or more fulfilling in life
Keep one to wish on from now on
The singer wants the listener to hold on to hope and to keep striving for their dreams
It makes me want to give you everything
The singer is expressing their strong feelings for the listener
Pick you up and take you home again
The singer wants to care for and protect the listener
Hold you tight and think that now is then
The singer wants to feel like they are in a previous moment with the listener
Open arms or cryin' eyes
The singer is giving the listener two options - to embrace or reject their love
Say hello or wave goodbye
The singer is recognizing that the listener has the power to choose whether to be in their life or not
All I want to say
The singer's desire to express themselves
Is everything I feel from now on
The singer wants to be honest and genuine in their expression going forward
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BOOTS OTTESTAD, MARTIN ROBERT COYLE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Can't ignore or hide away
Can't escape from the things that line our way
Take it, leave it, break it
Anyway, you can't get back to yesterday.
All I want
All I wanna do
You better listen from now on
Stop what's goin' on
Stop what's goin' wrong
You better listen from now on.
Confidence, coincidence, call it a sin
It's just like people say
Tomorrow's here so open up your eyes
Never hesitate.
All I want
All I wanna do
Is make you listen from now on
Sleepin' in the dark
Dreamin' of the stars
Keep one to wish on from now on.
Oh oh
Oh woh.
It makes me want to give you everything
Pick you up and take you home again
Hold you tight and think that now is then.
All I wanna do
All I wanna do
You better listen from now on
Open arms or cryin' eyes
Say hello or wave goodbye
Which one are you thinkin' of.
Oh oh
Oh woh.
All I wanna do
All I wanna do
Is make you listen from now on
Stop what's goin' on
Stop what's goin' wrong
From now on.
'Cause all I wanna do
All I want to say
You better listen from now on
Sleepin' in the dark
And dreamin' of the stars
Keep one to wish on from now on.
All I wanna do
All I wanna say
Is everything I feel from now on.
@will89687
I saw her in concert at the time this came out - sat in the first row. Most beautiful woman I've ever seen or will ever see. The whole album is criminally underrated.
@AmurTiger-vm5dy
The woman more beautiful of the planet
@OliverFlossdorf
First I hear her was 1986 with "Manic Monday". I fell in love with her instantly. I was sweet 14 years old 🙂
Now I'm 51 and I feel the deepest respect, and I am very thankful, that her voice has accompanied me over the years.
Thank you Susanna, you have a big impact in my heart.
@michaelkurkowaski1718
Amen brother. I'm 50. Now feel all the way about ultimate beautiful susanna.
@leandy8349
wish music was like this again
@steveturpin2153
Really lovely version of one of my favourite songs. Susannah’s obviously stunning and her voice is gorgeous on this. I love both versions.
@Qkfreakshow
Im from Argentina and this was in heavy rotation on music channels, mtv, muchmusic, music21, Back in 96, I love her.
@HeyLila78
Those were the days. Remembering my youth thanks to this song.. this lockdown is giving us too much time for both introspection and nostalgia.
@keith6032
I love her voice!!! it's very unique. like no other.
@davidortiz10
I love you Susanna!