The Reason
Ian McConnell Lyrics
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When you roll your eyes and try to keep from laughin'
When you're tired 'cause you haven't done much sleepin'
I wanna be the reason
When you spend your Sundays cheerin' on the Redskins
When you skinny dip and almost get arrested
When you're feelin' buzzed, but you ain't even drinkin'
Oh, I wanna be the reason why
You wake up and go to sleep with a smile
'Cause girl you're mine, so I
Wanna be yours too
When you're scared to tell your dad you got a roommate
And now everywhere you go, you're showin' up late
'Cause there's something that keeps keepin' you from leavin'
I wanna be the reason
Oh, I wanna be the reason why
You wake up and go to sleep with a smile
'Cause girl you're mine, so I
Wanna be yours too
When you've got a lot of grey up in your blonde hair
And you're lookin' back on all the ways you got there
And you wouldn't change a single thing you're seein'
I wanna be the reason
You can laugh it off, but girl you know I mean it
I wanna be the reason
In Ian McConnell's song The Reason, he expresses the desire to be the reason for his partner's happiness and the little things that make their life enjoyable. He speaks of the mundane moments such as burning food due to getting distracted, trying to hold back laughter or feeling tired from lack of sleep. He also talks about the exciting moments like cheering on a football team, skinny dipping, feeling buzzed or scared to open up to family. No matter what the moment may be, he wants to be the reason for the joy and contentment in the relationship. In the last verse, he mentions the inevitability of growing older and looking back on life with no regrets. He wants to be the reason for the contentment and satisfaction his partner feels when reflecting on their life.
The lyrics of this song convey the idea that love is found in the little and big things of everyday life. It is not just in the grand gestures but also in the simple acts that make life enjoyable. Ian McConnell showcases that love is about being present and making the best of each moment, with the ultimate goal of making his partner happy.
Line by Line Meaning
When you burn the food 'cause you got too distracted
I want to be the reason that you get distracted and make small mistakes and have funny moments in life.
When you roll your eyes and try to keep from laughin'
I want to be the reason that you have a hard time controlling your laughter and emotions, especially during silly moments.
When you're tired 'cause you haven't done much sleepin'
I want to be the reason that you stay awake all night, doing something that you truly love, even if it means being tired in the morning.
When you spend your Sundays cheerin' on the Redskins
I want to be the reason that you have a favorite sports team that you are passionate about, and spend time cheering them on with friends and family.
When you skinny dip and almost get arrested
I want to be the reason that you take risks and have thrilling new experiences, even if it means getting close to the edge of the rules.
When you're feelin' buzzed, but you ain't even drinkin'
I want to be the reason that you feel happy and playful, even without any external sources of happiness like alcohol.
When you're scared to tell your dad you got a roommate
I want to be the reason that you face your fears and have honest, open conversations with loved ones.
And now everywhere you go, you're showin' up late
I want to be the reason that you are unapologetically yourself and take your time with everything, even if it means being fashionably late.
Cause there's something that keeps keepin' you from leavin'
I want to be the reason that you never feel like you need to leave, because there's always something new and exciting happening where you are.
When you've got a lot of grey up in your blonde hair
I want to be the reason that you age gracefully and confidently, seeing every wrinkle and grey hair as a badge of honor and a sign of a life well-lived.
And you're lookin' back on all the ways you got there
I want to be the reason that you are proud of how you got to where you are, and confident in your own journey and story.
And you wouldn't change a single thing you're seein'
I want to be the reason that you see every experience and moment, both good and bad, as a necessary and beautiful part of your life that you wouldn't want to change.
You can laugh it off, but girl you know I mean it
I want to be the reason that you are surrounded by love and laughter, and know that every word I say comes from the deepest part of my heart.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Songtrust Ave
Written by: AIMEE NOELLE WEBBER, DAVID RICHARD EVANS, IAN RUSSELL MCCONNELL
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@luluguru008
The is the top 5 of my favorites from the 30 songs in 30 days. The acoustic guitar and overall sound reminds me of the golden age of love ballads. Brilliant. 👏❤️🎼🎸🎤🎵🎶💓🙏
@frankfeltes7324
This deserves more publicity
@amberstrong2348
You are incredible. I love your voice and how your music hits.
@IanMcConnell
🥰🥰🥰
@greasemonkett
Why isn't this one on any of the CDs I just bought??
Don't hold out on me
@samvirgo1989
Love this so so much!! 😍😍
@chetan.naik_
Please make a guitar tutorial of this song🥺🥲🥰
@wina9690
Wow i like this
@IanMcConnell
I'm so glad!