Never Fade Away
John O'Callaghan Lyrics


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Never fade away
Never fading out
Stars aren't so bright
When you're not here
I'll wait forever, my dear

Your light, your light
Your light, your light
May never disappear

Carry on through the night
Tomorrow you'll find




A healed heart and a calming mind
A ray of light this world will not decline

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of John O'Callaghan's song Never Fade Away talk about the longing and yearning for someone or something that has left a deep impression and impact on one's life. The lyrics imply that the person being sung to is the light in the singer's life, a source of inspiration and hope. Their absence is felt greatly, making everything dull and dim. But despite the ache and pain of missing them, the singer promises to wait for them forever. The repetition of the phrase "your light" emphasizes the idea that the person being sung to is a beacon of light that guides the singer through the darkness.


As the song progresses, the optimistic tone gradually comes through as the singer assures that the pain will pass, and there will be healing, a calming of the mind, and ultimately, perhaps even a brighter tomorrow. The lyrics imply that although the person might not be present physically, their impact and legacy would never fade away, and their light would shine bright forever.


Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to someone who has had a profound impact on the singer's life, and it encapsulates the bittersweet experience of missing someone dearly while finding solace in their memory and the hope that they bring.


Line by Line Meaning

Never fade away
My love for you will always be strong and constant.


Never fading out
My love for you will never diminish or vanish.


Stars aren't so bright
The beauty of the world wanes when you are not with me.


When you're not here
I feel incomplete and lost when you aren't by my side.


I'll wait forever, my dear
I am willing to wait as long as it takes for you to return to me.


Your light, your light
Your presence and energy add brightness to my life.


May never disappear
I hope you are always present in my life to bring me happiness and joy.


Carry on through the night
Even in the darkness, I will persist and persevere.


Tomorrow you'll find
In the future, things will be better and more positive.


A healed heart and a calming mind
I will find peace and comfort after my heartache and suffering.


A ray of light this world will not decline
My love for you will continue to shine brightly and uplift me.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JEAN MARC BRISSAT, HEATHER POLLOCK, JOHN MANNIX O'CALLAGHAN

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@Matt-ps8vq

I was serving in Afghanistan with the British army and me and my then wife where going through a divorce, hard times man but this song and my brothers kept my spirit alive.. amazing tune with beautiful words...love it

@Ratchetti

Wow

@TheMwowner1

Miss this type of music, so relaxing and chill. Sometimes i wish i just lived forever in a certain time period. Nostalgia =(

@ogsgetit

Same

@deanblenkinship1614

Same

@TheNigglette

SaME

@zeezoo9438

You did live there for a short period of time, just enjoy having this opportunity. Enjoy this sounds as long as possible

@DUDETHISCOMMENTISSOGODDAMNLONG

that's the crazy thing

sometimes you think back to the bad times, but there was good in them still

the journey feels insane sometimes but I feel like the best part is when we discover such trance again and remember the absolute euphoria out there

@HassanKhan-fw8il

2019 will never have such trance. This is a true classic from Andy duguid.

@bucy21

I can't believe it's going on 10 years, where does time go. This will always be one my favorites.

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