Annie
Johnnyswim Lyrics


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The carpet still holds
The shape of your feet
from the last time i saw you
when you walked away from me

oh annie,
what's it all been for?
if i told you i was changing
would you love me more?

i went before the morning
in the middle of the night
left you with a letter
i never thought i'd write

oh annie,
it only read goodbye
i guess it needed to be said
it just ain't a word of mine, no

(vocalizing)
annie

this war has seen its roses
and share of defeat
oh love can be a poison
or the sweetest remedy

oh annie,
you were something good to me
yeah you broke me down right till the end
and i'll do it all again

(vocalizing)
annie

now everyday i'm searching
for a bit of you and me
the only things left are these bitter memories

oh annie,
at least you took your keys (at least i took my keys)
that way if you ever change your mind
you can come home to me
Darling if you ever change your mind
(if i ever change my mind)
just come home to me

oh annie,
annie,

the carpet still holds
the shape of your feet
from the last time i saw you
when you walked away from me





oh annie

Overall Meaning

In JohnnySwim's song "Annie," the first stanza describes the lasting impact of Annie's departure. The shape of her feet are still imprinted onto the carpet from when she last walked away. The lyrics suggest that Annie's departure was not mutual and that she left Johnnyswim without a proper goodbye, leaving him to wonder what it was all for. Johnnyswim then questions whether he would be loved more if he changed himself. The third stanza describes Johnnyswim's own departure. He left in the middle of the night, leaving a letter which was necessary but difficult for him to write. In the fourth stanza, Johnnyswim reflects on the bittersweet nature of their relationship. He acknowledges that love can be both a poison and a remedy. He holds hope for Annie's return, declaring he would "do it all again" despite his heartache. The final stanza echoes the first, reminding us of the impact Annie's departure has left on Johnnyswim. As Johnnyswim longs for Annie's return to their home, he holds onto the memory of her shape in the carpet as a reminder of their love.




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Lisa Dowell

One of the prettiest songs i've heard in awhile.  l Love the harmonizing voices....

Angelfacegabi

Keep it up, be strong and always enjoy your music yall are the most talented couple I have ever seen and you inspire people every day. Thank you for making gospel songs. I can relate to. I grew up in an atheist home but knew God before I really knew God. Its hard for me to relate to gospel music, but yall make it easy.please don't stop loving what you do.I can't wait to see what y'all are capable of. Truly GOD bless you.y'all are doing God's work and keeping him alive through song. It it's really awesome.please never use your fame selfishly.its easy to be prideful but always remember who blessed you with your abilities. I enjoy listening to your music and its a true relief I can play your songs around my children. Thank you.

Angela K

Absolutely beautiful, I haven't heard music with so much heart, love and feeling in so long. You sound amazing. Bravo. All the best to you.

Isabella Olvr

Ainda é a minha música favorita! Johnnyswim eu amo vocês! Brazil here 💁

Jennifer Heath

Just saw you guys in concert at Summerfest. Wow! I was so impressed with your vocals, your lyrics, your true love for music and each other. So sweet on stage to watch!

Alex H.

This is absolutely beautiful from start to finish! So excited for the new album! Y'all are awesome!

Susana G. Sauceda

I saw you guys at Lakewood also and I fell in Love. The music gives me shivers I can feel it in my soul. Love you guys and keep going you are absolutley WONDERFUL and you look GREAT together!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GOD bless you both!

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they inspire me to write from the heart to the heart ...bring the tears let they cleanse the Earth and the well Springs rise thus 

Marie

You guys are soo Amazing!!! Please release a full album soon!!!

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