Souvenir
Johnnyswim Lyrics
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Since you I've loved more than I I′ve lost
I find on rainy days memories I've stowed away
Of you and the thought still thrills me
Hope you kept a piece of me
Display it on your mantelpiece
When time forgets and dust collects
At least you still get to hold me
Oh, I shouldn't want you back
We ain′t no perfect match
But sometimes I imagine you here
Oh, we laugh until we shout
Then we′ll drive 'til gas ran out
It′s those little things that I hold dear
I make them my souvenir
My souvenir
My souvenir
And when people come
You brag about the things you've done
All your empires conquer, your chosen altars
Of many I′m still one
Oh, I shouldn't want you back
We ain′t no perfect match
But sometimes I imagine you here
Oh, we laugh until we shout
Then we'll drive 'til gas ran out
It′s those little things that I hold dear
I make them my souvenir
Sometimes, honestly
I hope you think of me
And it makes you better
We weren′t meant to be
Ain't even bittersweet
Still I won′t forget you
Oh, I shouldn't want you back
We ain′t no perfect match
But sometimes I imagine you here
Oh, I shouldn't want you back
We ain′t no perfect match
But sometimes I imagine you here
Oh, we laugh until we shout
Then we'll drive 'til gas ran out
It′s those little things that I hold dear
I make them my souvenir
The song "Souvenir" by Johnnyswim is a reflection on a past relationship and the lingering memories that remain. The singer acknowledges that although the relationship may not have been perfect, they still cherish the memories that they have shared with their former partner. The first verse speaks of these memories being brought to mind on rainy days, and the hope that their former partner has kept a piece of them as a reminder. The chorus repeats the sentiment that they shouldn't want their partner back, but the memories of the laughter and small moments they shared are still cherished as souvenirs.
The second verse shows the singer acknowledging that they are no longer in their former partner's life, but they still hold a place in their memories. They urge their partner to brag about the things they have accomplished while also acknowledging that of the many people in their past, they were still one of them. The chorus repeats the theme of treasuring memories and holding onto them as souvenirs. The bridge brings closure to the song, with the singer acknowledging that although the memories are important, they were not meant to be together, and it is time to move on.
Overall, "Souvenir" is a bittersweet song about appreciating the memories of a past relationship while acknowledging that it is not meant to be. It highlights the importance of cherishing small moments and holding onto them as souvenirs.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't get me wrong
I don't want to be misunderstood
Since you I've loved more than I I've lost
I have loved you more than anyone I've lost
I find on rainy days memories I've stowed away
I remember and cherish the memories of us on rainy days
Of you and the thought still thrills me
The thought of you still excites me
Hope you kept a piece of me
I hope you have a reminder of me
Display it on your mantelpiece
Put it somewhere to remind you of me
When time forgets and dust collects
Even when time passes and things age, hold onto that reminder of me
At least you still get to hold me
That reminder keeps me present for you
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh
Oh, I shouldn't want you back
It's not logical to want you back
We ain't no perfect match
We weren't a perfect fit
But sometimes I imagine you here
But there are times when I wish you were here
Oh, we laugh until we shout
We used to laugh so hard we would shout
Then we'll drive 'til gas ran out
Sometimes we would just drive until we ran out of gas
It's those little things that I hold dear
Those little moments are important to me
I make them my souvenir
I cherish those moments as my souvenir of us
And when people come
When people visit
You brag about the things you've done
You boast about your accomplishments
All your empires conquer, your chosen altars
All of your triumphs and accomplishments
Of many I'm still one
I'm still one of those accomplishments to you
Sometimes, honestly
To be truthful
I hope you think of me
I hope that you remember me
And it makes you better
And remembering me makes you feel good
We weren't meant to be
We were never meant to be together
Ain't even bittersweet
It's not even a little sad
Still I won't forget you
But I won't forget you
Writer(s): Abner Pedro Ramirez, Amanda Sudano Ramirez, Taylor Scott Johnson, James Ryan Ho
Contributed by Owen R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Nas
I work at Starbucks and had to Shazam this song when I heard it playing today. I love it, wish I would’ve heard it before today. Amazing.
nanb
Omg me tooooooo
Brenda Rodriguez
There’s a Johnnyswim your starting this month, you should check and see if they have tickets around your area
Ainuraishah
Sameeeee 😭❤️
Faiq Irfan
Sameeeeeeee!!!!!!!!
Ilifatin Amirra R.
19/8/20 - Heard this song for the 1st time at Starbucks while hanging out with my colleagues today & we all had a good time.
Jamie Erica Ard
My new favorite song by you two! Vocals and music on point!!! Love it!
Bryant Logan
Me and my girlfriend love singing your songs hoping to be able to see you guys soon thanks for all of your hard work🤙🏽
Lovey Dovey
This song just does something to me. 🥰😍😘
Nestor Perez Stor Dubine
FABULOUS!!!! LOVE IT! GOOD LUCK FROM BERLIN!! <3