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Till I Found You
J. Spencer Lyrics
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How many kisses on the wrong mouths must I use
How long must I wait
How can I hesitate 'til I say
I found you
I found you
I found you
I found you
Come out of abstraction to fool me again
Presentation's on and the smiles look faker
Could I meet my maker while playing pretend
Questions on my mind challenge writing
Is this "do or die" or do I die fighting
Am I being stupid
Have I gone insane
Is this who I am, or is it just my brain
How many hearts must I know before you
How many kisses on the wrong mouths must I use
How long must I wait
How can I hesitate 'til I say
I found you
I found you
I found you
I found you
And when you do will you find me
When no one else will try
Will you restore me my belief
After all these trying times
Will you say your heart did right by me
Imagine what's to come, baby
I'll settle for forever—no less
I'll give you all my very best
And I know you'll give it back
Love me so I'll never ask
How many hearts must I know before you
How many kisses on the wrong mouths must I use
How long must I wait
How can I hesitate 'til I say
I found you
I found you
I found you
I found
You are love
You are love
You are love
No question
No question
You are love
The lyrics of J. Spencer's song "Till I Found You" delve deep into the themes of love, self-doubt, and the search for a genuine connection. The singer begins by questioning the many futile encounters and false relationships they have experienced before finding the person they are currently singing about. The repetition of "How many hearts must I know before you" and "How many kisses on the wrong mouths must I use" reflects the weariness and confusion that come with failed attempts at love.
As the song progresses, the singer grapples with their own insecurities and uncertainties. They wonder whether they are being foolish for holding out hope for true love or whether they have lost touch with reality. The juxtaposition of "Is this 'do or die' or do I die fighting" with the concept of meeting one's maker while pretending suggests a struggle between authenticity and self-preservation.
The lyrics also touch on the singer's yearning for reciprocated love and acceptance. They express a deep desire for the kind of love that is unwavering and unconditional, symbolized by lines like "Will you restore me my belief / After all these trying times" and "I'll settle for forever—no less." This yearning for a love that is pure and true is emphasized by the repeated refrain of "I found you," suggesting that the singer has finally found what they have been searching for.
In the final verses, the tone shifts from questioning and uncertainty to one of certainty and affirmation. The singer declares that the person they have found is love itself, emphasizing that there are no doubts or questions about the authenticity of their connection. This declaration of love is a powerful statement of faith and trust in the relationship, symbolizing a sense of completeness and fulfillment that comes with finding the right person. Overall, the lyrics of "Till I Found You" encapsulate the journey of searching for love, overcoming doubts and insecurities, and ultimately finding solace in a deep and genuine connection.
Line by Line Meaning
How many hearts must I know before you
How many failed relationships must I endure before finding you
How many kisses on the wrong mouths must I use
How many times will I settle for someone who is not right for me
How long must I wait
How much more time must I spend searching for you
How can I hesitate 'til I say
Why do I hold back my feelings when I know I have found you
I found you
I have finally found the one for me
Sentimental moments I keep coming back to
Memories of love and happiness that I always return to
Come out of abstraction to fool me again
Reality seems to deceive me once more
Presentation's on and the smiles look faker
Appearances are deceiving and happiness may not be genuine
Could I meet my maker while playing pretend
Am I living a lie, risking my own life pretending to be happy
Questions on my mind challenge writing
Doubts and uncertainties make it difficult to express my thoughts
Is this 'do or die' or do I die fighting
Should I give up or keep trying despite the challenges
Am I being stupid
Do my actions seem foolish or reckless
Have I gone insane
Am I losing my mind over the search for love
Is this who I am, or is it just my brain
Is my longing for love part of who I am or just in my head
And when you do will you find me
When you finally come into my life, will you recognize me
When no one else will try
When others have given up on me, will you still make an effort
Will you restore me my belief
Will you bring back my faith in love and relationships
After all these trying times
After enduring many hardships and challenges
Will you say your heart did right by me
Will you assure me that your love for me is genuine and true
Imagine what's to come, baby
Think about the future we can have together
I'll settle for forever—no less
I am willing to commit to you for eternity
I'll give you all my very best
I will offer you all of my love and effort
And I know you'll give it back
I trust that you will reciprocate my love and commitment
Love me so I'll never ask
Love me unconditionally so I will never doubt your feelings
You are love
You embody the essence of love
No question
Without a doubt
You are love
You represent love in its purest form
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Spencer Sanders
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