For the First Time
John Legend Lyrics


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Is that music in my ear
It's like I heard nothing for a thousand years
My eyes were closed, locking in my tears

I was so surrounded but still all alone
A great big house but so far from home
How'd you breathe life in this heart of soul
It's like I can feel, it's like I can breathe
It's like I can live, it's like I can love
For the first time, for the first time
For the first time, for the first time

I'm electric, finally exposed
You see through me, strip off all my clothes
If this is falling, then let me go, oh

It's like I can feel, it's like I can breathe
It's like I can live, it's like I can love
For the first time, for the first time
For the first time, for the first time

I'm finally awake and I can feel my heart
It's beating like a drum when I'm right here where you are
I can feel it, I can feel it, oh
Can you feel it

It's like I can feel, it's like I can breathe
It's like I can live, it's like I can love
For the first time, for the first time
For the first time, for the first time

It's like I can feel, it's like I can breathe
It's like I can live, it's like I can love




For the first time, for the first time
For the first time, for the first time

Overall Meaning

In John Legend's song "For the First Time," the artist expresses the feeling of finally waking up from a long slumber by recounting a time in his life when he was feeling incredibly isolated and alone. In the first verse, he mentions how it feels like he's been living in darkness for a thousand years and how his tears were filling his eyes. This creates an image of someone who has been stuck in a rut, unable to break free from their negative thoughts and emotions.


He then goes on to mention how even though he was surrounded, he still felt alone. The line "a great big house but so far from home" speaks to the feeling of being physically present somewhere, but not feeling like you belong. Despite this, he marvels at the power of the person who was able to bring him back to life, allowing him to truly feel and experience things "for the first time."


The chorus expounds on this feeling of revival, using the repetition of "for the first time" to emphasize just how much of a turning point this was for the artist. He feels "electric," almost as if he's been stripped down to his rawest form, but instead of being scared, he welcomes it. He's ready to fall and embrace this newfound energy.


Overall, "For the First Time" explores the themes of isolation, loneliness, and the transformative power of love. Through simple yet evocative lyrics, John Legend creates a powerful message about the impact that one person can have on someone else's life.


Line by Line Meaning

Is that music in my ear
I am hearing something so beautiful that it almost seems unreal


It's like I heard nothing for a thousand years
I have been living in silence for so long that this music is like a revelation


My eyes were closed, locking in my tears
I have been unable to see the beauty around me, but this music has opened my eyes and released my tears


I was so surrounded but still all alone
I have been surrounded by people, but have not felt a true connection until now


A great big house but so far from home
I have everything I could ask for, but have never felt at home until now


How'd you breathe life in this heart of soul
I am amazed by how this person has brought me to life and given me hope and love


I'm electric, finally exposed
I feel alive and invigorated like never before


You see through me, strip off all my clothes
This person sees the real me and has allowed me to be vulnerable and exposed


If this is falling, then let me go, oh
If this is what it feels like to fall in love, then I am ready to let myself fall


I'm finally awake and I can feel my heart
I have been asleep and numb, but this person has awakened my heart and soul


It's beating like a drum when I'm right here where you are
My heart races with love and joy when I am with this person


I can feel it, I can feel it, oh
I can feel the love and happiness that this person brings me


Can you feel it
I want this person to feel the same love and joy that I am feeling


It's like I can feel, it's like I can breathe
This person has given me a new lease on life and every breath feels like a gift


It's like I can live, it's like I can love
I feel alive and have discovered the true meaning of love for the first time thanks to this person


For the first time, for the first time
Everything feels new and exciting and I am experiencing things for the first time


For the first time, for the first time
This person has brought me so much happiness and love that everything feels like a brand new experience




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Written by: JOHN STEPHENS, DAVID J. SCHULER, BILLY MANN

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