I'm Not The Only One
I'm Not The Only One - Sam Smith Lyrics

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You and me we made a vow
For better or for worse
I can't believe you let me down
But the proof's in the way it hurts
For months on end I've had my doubts
Denying every tear
I wish this would be over now
But I know that I still need you here

You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one

You've been so unavailable
Now sadly I know why
Your heart is unobtainable
Even though Lord knows you kept mine

You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one

I have loved you for many years
Maybe I am just not enough
You've made me realize my deepest fear
By lying and tearing us up

You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one

You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one

I know I'm not the only one
I know I'm not the only one
And I know, and I know, and I know
And I know, and I know, and I know, know

I know I'm not the only one

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "I'm Not The Only One" by Sam Smith delve into the pain and betrayal experienced in a relationship. The song explores the feelings of being deceived and lied to by a partner, leading to a realization that they have been unfaithful.

The opening lines, "You and me we made a vow, for better or for worse," indicate a commitment made by the couple. However, the singer expresses disbelief and hurt because their partner has let them down, which is evident in the painful emotions they experience. Despite their doubts and tears, they still long for the presence of their partner in their life, highlighting the complexity and struggle of their emotions.

The chorus emphasizes the singer's awareness of their partner's infidelity. Their partner tries to dismiss their suspicions by calling them "crazy," suggesting that they are imagining things. However, the singer knows the truth and acknowledges that they are not the only one being deceived.

In the second verse, the lyrics further reveal the unavailability of the partner, which becomes tragically clear to the singer. The line "Your heart is unobtainable, even though Lord knows you kept mine" signifies the imbalance in their relationship, where the singer has given their heart completely while their partner remains emotionally distant.

The bridge of the song conveys the depth of the singer's love for their partner, despite the pain caused. The lyrics imply that the singer may blame themselves, feeling inadequate or not enough for their partner. The revelation of being lied to confirms their deepest fear and causes destruction within the relationship.

Overall, the lyrics capture the anguish and realization of being deceived by a partner. Despite the betrayal, the singer grapples with conflicting emotions and a desire for the presence of their unfaithful loved one.

Line by Line Meaning

You and me we made a vow
We made a promise together

For better or for worse
Through good times and bad

I can't believe you let me down
I'm disappointed that you betrayed me

But the proof's in the way it hurts
The pain I feel confirms the truth

For months on end I've had my doubts
I've been uncertain for a long time

Denying every tear
Pretending like everything is fine

I wish this would be over now
I desire for this to end

But I know that I still need you here
Despite everything, I still want you with me

You say I'm crazy
You accuse me of being irrational

'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
Because you believe I'm unaware of your actions

But when you call me baby
However, when you use a term of endearment for me