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Jim-E Stack Lyrics

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Before I met you
I was all alone
I kept crying everyday
Because I had nobody (nobody)
To hold on to

My days were cold and gray
The sun never shined on me

I was in my room all the time
Listening to love songs (love songs)
But then I found you

And I found
The greatest love of all
I kept dreaming of us
Day and night
And without you
I don't know what I'd do
Cause you brighten my day
Make all the clouds go away
It was like a ray of light
That came down on me

Yes, I know
You may think that I (I)
Am over exaggerating
But really now (now)
It's what I felt, yes

When I'm with you
I know my way
It never felt this easy
This is like a miracle (miracle)
To me (To me)

And I found
The greatest love of all
I kept dreaming of us
Day and night
And without you (Without you)
I don't know what I'd do
Cause you brighten my day
Make all the clouds go away (Away)
It was like a ray of light
That came down on meeeee

Cause I can finally say it (say it)
And I can finally, feel it (feel it)
And I know that I know it (know it)
I know that you're my only true love
Cause it's easy to see

Cause I can finally say it (say it) (Oh, say it)
And I can finally, feel it (feel it) (baby)
And I know that I know it (know it) (I know)
I know that you're my only true love
Cause it's easy to see (yeah ah)

And I found (oh oh)
The greatest love of all
I kept dreaming of us
Day and night (I feel it)
And without you (You know it)
I don't know what I'd do (I know you truely care for me)
Cause you brighten my day (You tell me everything)
Make all the clouds go away (Cause it's there to see)
It was like a ray of light
That came down on me (yeah ah)

And without you
I'd be lost by myself

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jim-E Stack's song "Without" evoke a deep sense of loneliness and longing that is ultimately transformed by the presence of a significant other. The singer begins by expressing their solitary state before meeting this person, emphasizing the emptiness and sadness they felt every day without someone to lean on. The imagery of crying and being alone in a cold, gray world sets the stage for the contrast that will be introduced later in the song.

As the song progresses, the singer describes the transformative power of love and the impact of finding a companion who brings light and warmth into their life. The discovery of this person is portrayed as a turning point, a ray of light breaking through the darkness and bringing newfound joy and hope. The lyrics emphasize the profound effect this love has had on the singer's outlook, shifting their perspective from one of despair to one of gratitude and happiness.

The lyrics suggest that this newfound love is not merely a fleeting infatuation, but a deep and abiding connection that has enriched the singer's life in profound ways. The imagery of dreaming of the other person day and night underscores the all-encompassing nature of their feelings, and the sense of completeness and comfort they bring. The repetition of the phrase "And without you, I don't know what I'd do" reinforces the idea that this love has become an essential part of the singer's existence.

The final verses of the song reflect a sense of assurance and certainty in the singer's feelings, as they declare that this love is their true and only one. The repetition of phrases like "I can finally say it" and "I know that you're my only true love" conveys a sense of conviction and clarity in their emotions. The song concludes with a reaffirmation of the profound impact this person has had on the singer's life, painting a picture of a love that has brought light, joy, and a sense of direction to what was previously a lonely and bleak existence.

Line by Line Meaning

Before I met you
At a time before our paths crossed

I was all alone
Feeling isolated and disconnected

I kept crying everyday
Tears were a regular part of my routine

Because I had nobody (nobody)
There was nobody to rely on or confide in

To hold on to
No one to provide comfort or support

My days were cold and gray
Life felt dull and dreary

The sun never shined on me
I couldn't find any brightness or warmth

I was in my room all the time
Constantly alone and isolated

Listening to love songs (love songs)
Seeking solace in music about romance

But then I found you
But then you entered my life

And I found
I discovered