Out Of Nowhere
John O'Callaghan Lyrics


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Save me…

Out of nowhere you said
Wait for me, wait for me
And out of nowhere you read
Straight into me, into me

Left me wanting to know
Where do we go, do we go
Somewhere dark and remote
I wanna know, wanna know

Is this real, am I just making this up?
Or will you be my surprise?
Don’t wake me up, wake me up

Is this real, are you gonna sweep me off my feet?
Or am I here foolishly




Waiting for a ghost to come and save me
Save me…

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of John O'Callaghan's "Out Of Nowhere" speak to the overwhelming feeling of uncertainty and longing that comes with the unexpected arrival of a new romantic interest. The singer of the song is swept off their feet by someone who appears out of nowhere, leaving them with a burning desire to know where they stand and what the future holds.


The first verse speaks to the initial encounter with the mystery love interest. They arrive suddenly and with a request to wait, throwing the singer off guard. However, they are immediately pulled in by their charm and confidence, feeling a deep connection that they cannot yet explain. The second verse delves into the singer's inner turmoil as they grapple with their feelings. They are desperate to know if this is a genuine connection or simply a fleeting fantasy. They long for clarity and for someone to save them from their confusion.


The chorus perfectly captures these emotions with its haunting melody and plea for answers. The singer wonders if their love interest will be the one to sweep them off their feet or if they are foolishly waiting for a ghost. In the end, they are left to contend with the uncertainty and hope that their love interest will return.


Overall, "Out Of Nowhere" is a beautifully crafted song that captures the intense feelings of uncertainty and longing that often accompany new relationships. Its lyrics are deeply relatable and its melody is both haunting and uplifting.


Line by Line Meaning

Out of nowhere you said
You said something unexpectedly


Wait for me, wait for me
You requested me to wait for you


And out of nowhere you read
You read into me unexpectedly


Straight into me, into me
You understood me deeply


Left me wanting to know
You made me curious


Where do we go, do we go
I am unsure what the future holds


Somewhere dark and remote
A place far away and unknown


I wanna know, wanna know
I desire to understand


Is this real, am I just making this up?
I am uncertain if this is genuine or imagined


Or will you be my surprise?
I wonder if you will surprise me


Don’t wake me up, wake me up
I don't want this to end


Is this real, are you gonna sweep me off my feet?
I ask if you will charm me or deceive me


Or am I here foolishly
I may be naive


Waiting for a ghost to come and save me
I wait for someone intangible to rescue me


Save me…
Help me get through this




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