Enough
James Newman Lyrics


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Everybody′s got a heart
With a hole in the bottom
Where the love runs out
Every love is flame
That spins and dims in the wind
So if your flame needs fuel
Like an empty room
I feel it too
'Cause everybody′s got a heart
With a hole in the bottom
Where the love runs out, oh now
Oh, I got both hands on the wheel

So if you're running out, out of love
Don't start giving up
Anytime you think that′s not enough
I got enough for the both of us
Even if you′re falling out, out of love
I'm not giving up
Anytime you think that′s not enough
I got enough for the both of us
Oh, oh, oh

Everybody's got a hurt
It′s a knife that cuts
When you get too close
And you think no one's ever going to see that blade and stay
But I can hold that pain
For a thousand days
And maybe for a second make it go away
And make you feel whole again

So if you′re running out, out of love
Don't start giving up
Anytime you think that's not enough
I got enough for the both of us
Even if you′re falling out, out of love
I′m not giving up
Anytime you think that's not enough
I got enough for the both of us
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh

Everybody′s got a heart
With a hole in the bottom
Where the love runs out




But I'll be reaching out
Catching every drop you spill

Overall Meaning

The song "Enough" by James Newman talks about the universal human experience of love and pain. The opening lines "Everybody's got a heart with a hole in the bottom where the love runs out" immediately set the tone for the song. The lyrics paint a picture of a world where love is not always enough, and sometimes people find themselves running out of love. Newman acknowledges that every love has a flame that dims in the wind, but he assures the listener that he has enough love for both of them.


The chorus of the song is an anthem of hope and reassurance. Newman declares that he is not going to give up on someone when they are running out of love, and he has enough love for both of them. He knows that everybody has a hurt, a deep pain that cuts when someone gets too close. Newman acknowledges this pain and assures the listener that he is willing to hold it for them and make them feel whole again.


Overall, "Enough" by James Newman is a deeply emotional and introspective song that acknowledges the human experience of love, pain, and hurt. It's a reminder that even when love runs out, there is always hope for renewal and that a single person can hold enough love and comfort for both themselves and someone else.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody's got a heart
Everyone has the capacity to love


With a hole in the bottom
But that capacity can be limited, and love can run out


Where the love runs out
The capacity to love can be exhausted


Every love is flame
Love burns brightly


That spins and dims in the wind
But love fluctuates and can fade away


So if your flame needs fuel
If your love needs to be rekindled


Like an empty room
When the love is gone


I feel it too
I understand what it's like to feel love slipping away


'Cause everybody′s got a heart
Because we all have the capacity to love


Oh, I got both hands on the wheel
I'm in control and I'm here to support you


So if you're running out, out of love
If you're feeling like your love is running dry


Don't start giving up
Don't give up on love


Anytime you think that′s not enough
If you feel like your love isn't enough


I got enough for the both of us
I have enough love for the both of us


Even if you′re falling out, out of love
Even if you're losing your love


I'm not giving up
I won't give up on you


Oh, oh, oh
A reassuring phrase, letting you know I'm here for you


Everybody's got a hurt
Everyone has pain they carry with them


It′s a knife that cuts
That pain can be sharp and painful


When you get too close
When someone lets you get close to them


And you think no one's ever going to see that blade and stay
And you fear no one will stick around if they see your pain


But I can hold that pain
But I am here to help carry that pain


For a thousand days
For as long as it takes


And maybe for a second make it go away
And hopefully bring some temporary relief to your pain


And make you feel whole again
And help you feel complete once more


But I'll be reaching out
I'll be available to help


Catching every drop you spill
To catch every tear and help you through any pain you experience




Writer(s): Simon Wilcox, James Newman, Stuart Crichton, David Harris

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@tiffanybutcher6

Strong voice , perfect track to describe whats happening , your voice is raw talent cannot wait for your album

@PaperGirl377

Great to see you back in your home town this week James. We're all so proud of you. So good to see that lovely smile again 😊 😍

@amylouise-zb1ug

I can't stop listening to this amazing song I just love your voice ❤

@YuriMrkylie

Song is better than entry for the Eurovision 2020!

@elenatereshenkova7022

Much better

@shaunawilliams7410

i am buzzing for
the song

@lisastrand7386

OMG! So moving! Powerfully written. Emotional. Perfect. Thank you for this!!!

@frankly-he1kf

What a rich voice. ..this man has it....

@LG-ht1zo

This is my fave James Newman song ♥️

@potato_qyeen5456

This.
Is
BEAUTIFULL
thank you for creating this amazing song! ❤️

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