Moonlight
Johnnyswim Lyrics
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Lost in a love I must learn to regret
Always knew it'd be wonderful
And it was wonderful
Say it's real
Won't you tell me
You'll be here
Say you feel
Ruined for love since you met me
You'll be here
Long after the moonlight's gone
A moment of passion has cost me a friend
No, I don't think we can be one again
I must admit: it was wonderful
Maybe too wonderful
Say it's real
Won't you tell me
You'll be here
Long after the moonlight's gone?
Say you feel
Ruined for love since you met me
You'll be here
Long after the moonlight's gone
Was it worth it?
Should we take it back? Should we take it back?
No, it was perfect
Now let's make it last, let's make it last
Was it worth it?
Should we take it back? Should we take it back?
No, it was perfect
Now let's make it last, let's make it last
Say it's real
Won't you tell me
You'll be here
Long after the moonlight's gone?
Say you feel
Ruined for love since you met me
You'll be here
Long after the moonlight's gone
(Was it worth it?)
(Should we take it back? Should we take it back?)
(No, it was perfect)
(Now let's make it last, let's make it last)
How many moons did I wait here to get?
Lost in a love I must learn to regret
The lyrics to Johnnyswim's song "Moonlight" describe a love that was once wonderful, but has now turned regrettable. The singer has made a mistake in pursuing this love, and as a result, has lost a friend. The lyrics show the conflict within the singer - on one hand, they want to hear that this love is real and that the other person will stay with them even after the moonlight is gone. On the other hand, they question whether it was worth it in the first place and if they should go back to how things were before.
The use of the metaphor of the moonlight throughout the song is significant. Moonlight is a fleeting, ethereal thing that disappears as soon as the sun rises. In the same way, the singer fears that this love will disappear just as quickly. They want reassurance that the love is real and will last.
Overall, "Moonlight" is a poignant portrayal of the consequences of pursuing a love that is fleeting and ultimately causes harm. It encourages the listener to reflect on the importance of lasting love, and the consequences of taking risks in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
How many moons did I wait here to get?
How long did I wait for this love?
Lost in a love I must learn to regret
I am trapped in a love that will eventually lead to regret
Always knew it'd be wonderful
I always knew that this love would be amazing
And it was wonderful
This love was just as amazing as I thought it would be
Say it's real
Tell me that this love is real
Won't you tell me
Please tell me
You'll be here
You'll stay with me
Long after the moonlight's gone?
Even when the romance fades
Say you feel
Tell me that you feel
Ruined for love since you met me
You will never love anyone as much as you love me
A moment of passion has cost me a friend
Our love has ruined a friendship
No, I don't think we can be one again
I don't think we can go back to being just friends
I must admit: it was wonderful
I have to admit that our love was amazing
Maybe too wonderful
Our love may have been too good to be true
Was it worth it?
Was this love worth the cost?
Should we take it back? Should we take it back?
Should we end our relationship?
No, it was perfect
No, our love was perfect
Now let's make it last, let's make it last
Let's do everything we can to keep our love alive
Writer(s): Abner Ramirez
Contributed by Elizabeth P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.