Ordinary People
John Legend Lyrics
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This ain't the honeymoon
Passed the infatuation phase
Right in the thick of love
At times we get sick of love
It seems like we argue everyday
I know I misbehaved and you've made your mistakes
And though love sometimes hurts
I still put you first
And we'll make this thing work
But I think we should take it slow
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
This ain't a movie, no
No fairytale conclusion y'all
It gets more confusing every day, oh
Sometimes it's Heaven sent
Then we head back to hell again
We kiss then we make up on the way
I hang up, you call
We rise and we fall
And we feel like just walking away
As our love advances we take second chances
Though it's not a fantasy I still want you to stay
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow
Maybe we'll live and learn
Maybe we'll crash and burn
Maybe you'll stay, maybe you'll leave
Maybe you'll return
Maybe another fight
Maybe we won't survive
But maybe we'll grow
We never know, baby, you and I
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go, hey
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow, hey, hey
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, slow
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
In "Ordinary People," John Legend explores the real-life struggles of a couple in love, moving beyond the early stages of their romance into a more complex, difficult phase that tests their commitment to one another. The song opens with the admission that their love is no longer in the honeymoon phase, and they have surpassed the infatuation stage. Instead, they are now in the thick of love, which at times can be difficult and include arguing every day.
Legend beautifully expresses the headier and puzzling moments in relationships when things aren't as easy, we begin to see each other's flaws and see that love is as much about compromise as it is passion. The song acknowledges that both people involved have their faults, which is why it's important not to rush the relationship. The couple may have made mistakes in the past, but they also have room to learn and grow from these experiences. Throughout the ups and downs of the relationship, the couple still puts each other first and prioritizes making things work. The chorus reminds the listener that they are just ordinary people navigating the complexities of love and that maybe taking things slow will help them grow in the long run.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, I'm in love with you
I have strong feelings for you
This ain't the honeymoon
Our love is not brand new anymore
Passed the infatuation phase
We're no longer just infatuated with each other
Right in the thick of love
We are deeply in love
At times we get sick of love
Occasionally we become tired or frustrated with our relationship
It seems like we argue everyday
We frequently have disagreements or conflicts
I know I misbehaved and you've made your mistakes
We have both made errors in our relationship
And we both still got room left to grow
We have the potential to improve ourselves and the relationship
And though love sometimes hurts
Being in love can be painful or difficult
I still put you first
You are a priority to me
And we'll make this thing work
We will make our relationship successful
But I think we should take it slow
We should proceed with caution and not rush things
We're just ordinary people
We are not perfect or exceptional individuals
We don't know which way to go
We are uncertain about the future of our relationship
'Cause we're ordinary people
Our relationship struggles are common and relatable
Maybe we should take it slow
We may benefit from slowing down and taking our time
This ain't a movie, no
Real-life relationships are not like those in movies
No fairytale conclusion y'all
There is no guarantee of a perfect, happy ending for us
It gets more confusing every day, oh
Our relationship becomes increasingly complex or difficult
Sometimes it's Heaven sent
Our relationship can be amazing and feel like it was destined to happen
Then we head back to hell again
Our relationship can also be full of tension or pain
We kiss then we make up on the way
We have disagreements but are able to reconcile quickly
I hang up, you call
We have moments of miscommunication or frustration
We rise and we fall
Our relationship has ups and downs
And we feel like just walking away
At times we feel like giving up on the relationship
As our love advances we take second chances
As we grow in our relationship, we give each other more chances
Though it's not a fantasy I still want you to stay
Our relationship is not perfect, but I still want to be with you
Take it slow, oh
We need to proceed with caution
Maybe we'll live and learn
We may make mistakes but learn from them
Maybe we'll crash and burn
Our relationship may not work out
Maybe you'll stay, maybe you'll leave
We cannot predict the future of our relationship
Maybe you'll return
We may have a chance of rekindling our relationship
Maybe another fight
We may have more disagreements
Maybe we won't survive
Our relationship may not withstand future challenges
But maybe we'll grow
Our relationship may allow us to mature and become better people
We never know, baby, you and I
We cannot predict the outcome of our relationship
Take it slow, oh
We need to move at a careful pace
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Stephens, Will Adams
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@younghoonkim9120
Girl im in love with you
This ain't the honeymoon
Past the infatuation phase
Right in the thick of love
At times we get sick of love
It seems like we argue everyday
I know i misbehave
And you made your mistakes
And we both still got room left to grow
And though love sometimes hurts
I still put you first
And we'll make this thing work
But I think we should take it slow
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
Cuz we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow (Take it slow oh oh ohh)
This time we'll take it slow (Take it slow oh oh ohh)
This time we'll take it slow
This ain't a movie no
No fairy tale conclusion ya'll
It gets more confusing everyday
Sometimes it's heaven sent
We head back to hell again
We kiss and we make up on the way
I hang up you call
We rise and we fall
And we feel like just walking away
But as our love advances
We take second chances
Though it's not a fantasy
I Still want you to stay
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
Cuz we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow (Take it slow oh oh ohh)
This time we'll take it slow (Take it slow oh oh ohh)
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow
Maybe we'll live and learn
Maybe we'll crash and burn
Maybe you'll stay, maybe you'll leave,
maybe you'll return
Maybe you'll never find
Maybe we won't survive
But maybe we'll grow
We never know baby youuuu and I
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go(hey)
Cuz we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow (Heyyy)
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
Cuz we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow (Take it slow oh oh ohh)
This time we'll take it slow (Take it slow oh oh ohh)
This time we'll take it slow
take it sloww
take it slow
this time we'll take it slow
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@dgenrate6119
Sing Along (lyrics):
Girl, I'm in love with you
This ain't the honeymoon
Passed the infatuation phase
Right in the thick of love
At times we get sick of love
It seems like we argue everyday
I know I misbehaved and you made your mistakes
And we both still got room left to grow
And though love sometimes hurts
I still put you first
And we'll make this thing work
But I think we should take it slow
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
This ain't a movie, no
No fairytale conclusion y'all
It gets more confusing every day, oh
Sometimes it's Heaven sent
Then we head back to hell again
We kiss then we make up on the way
I hang up, you call
We rise and we fall
And we feel like just walking away
As our love advances we take second chances
Though it's not a fantasy I still want you to stay
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow
Maybe we'll live and learn
Maybe we'll crash and burn
Maybe you'll stay, maybe you'll leave
Maybe you'll return
Maybe another fight
Maybe we won't survive
But maybe we'll grow
We never know, baby, you and I
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go, hey
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow, hey, hey
We're just ordinary people
We don't know which way to go
'Cause we're ordinary people
Maybe we should take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, slow
This time we'll take it slow
Take it slow, oh
This time we'll take it slow
@dijonmustard9520
Anyone listening in 2024โฆ?
@camil2003
Raises hand.
@Omniman8th
Always
@Cheeks63091
Me ๐๐๐It just makes me so happy
@monalisakangulu6907
Yeap!
@CHILLBOY-hr8zr
Nah Iโm just here for the ads
@Tiamiabia
My sister used to sing this. I still can't believe I'll never hear her sing it again. RIP big sis
@CarlosHernandez-ot2wd
Tia H. MUCH LOVE
@GospelMusicLover247
May God comfort your heart and bring you peace in Jesusโs Name. Amen. ๐๐ฝ
@williambrown7495
Bless her and the memories