One Love
Johnson & Häggkvist Lyrics


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Here, in this place I never thought we’d be today
After all that we’ve been through, we’ve come a long way
Together, you and I

Here I will rest my case and let my weakness show
I’ve got nothing left to prove and I will follow
This new road tonight
All I want (All I want)
All I need (all I need)
Is for you to stand by me

Oh, baby, one love
Walking in the darkness, I need one love
Always there to help and guide me
One love, that’s all I need

Bigger than the two of us now, one love
I’m not afraid to put my trust in one love
That’s all I need

I can see the million tears that left your eyes
And I can hear the words that hurt you
I can feel you, the thorn in your side

I’ll take you in (I’ll take you in)
I’ll see you through (I’ll see you through)
And I’ll be there to stand by you

Oh, baby, one love
Walking in the darkness I need one love
Always there to help and guide me
One love, that’s all I need

Bigger than the two of us now, one love
I’m not afraid to put my trust in one love
That’s all I need

When the world is cold outside
And I need a place to hide
You are there (You are there), holding on (holding on)
Let me know I’m not alone
I’m not alone

Walking in the darkness, I need one love
Always there to help and guide me
One love, that’s all I need

Bigger than the two of us now, one love
I’m not afraid to put my trust in one love
That’s all I need





Standing here tonight beside me
One love, that’s all I need

Overall Meaning

The Johnson & Häggkvist song "One Love" is a powerful ballad about the strength of love in difficult times. The lyrics express gratitude for the journey that the two people have been on, alluding to struggles that they have overcome together. The singer then admits vulnerability and a need for support from their partner. The chorus repeats the phrase "one love," emphasizing the importance of unity and support in a relationship.


The lyrics continue with a shift in perspective to acknowledge the pain the partner has experienced. The singer commits to being a source of support and comfort, repeating that they will be there to stand by the partner. The song ends with a reaffirmation of the power of love to bring people together and overcome challenges.


Historically, the tune "One Love" is famous as a song by Bob Marley. That version of the song has been long identified with his vision of uniting the planet in peace and love. The Johnson & Häggkvist version appears to be its own tune, though it makes an apparent homage to Marley's revolutionary song.


Line by Line Meaning

Here, in this place I never thought we’d be today
We have come a long way despite the difficulties we have faced.


After all that we’ve been through, we’ve come a long way
We have overcome all obstacles together and have made significant progress.


Together, you and I
We have been a team all along and have supported each other through everything.


Here I will rest my case and let my weakness show
I am vulnerable and willing to show my flaws and imperfections in front of you.


I’ve got nothing left to prove and I will follow
I am done trying to prove myself, and I am willing to follow your lead.


This new road tonight
We need to start fresh and take a new path together.


All I want (All I want)
All I desire is


All I need (all I need)
All I require is


Is for you to stand by me
Your support is all I need to keep going.


Oh, baby, one love
We need to have mutual, unconditional love for each other.


Walking in the darkness, I need one love
In difficult times, I need the support of the one I love to guide me.


Always there to help and guide me
You are always there to lend a helping hand and guide me through tough situations.


Bigger than the two of us now, one love
Our love has grown to be more significant than just the two of us.


I’m not afraid to put my trust in one love
I am willing to rely on our love and trust it to get us through anything.


That’s all I need
The only thing I need to keep going is our love.


I can see the million tears that left your eyes
I recognize the pain and suffering you have gone through and the tears you've shed.


And I can hear the words that hurt you
I understand the words that have caused you pain and hurt you.


I can feel you, the thorn in your side
I can sense the pain and burden you carry inside you.


I’ll take you in (I’ll take you in)
I will accept you completely and provide a safe space for you to be yourself.


I’ll see you through (I’ll see you through)
I will support you and help you overcome all obstacles.


And I’ll be there to stand by you
I will always be by your side no matter what happens.


When the world is cold outside
When the world seems harsh and unforgiving.


And I need a place to hide
I need a safe place to escape from the cruelty of the world.


You are there (You are there), holding on (holding on)
You are there to hold me tight and provide the comfort and security I need.


Let me know I’m not alone
Assure me that I am not the only one going through this and that you are with me.


Walking in the darkness, I need one love
During difficult times, I need your love to guide me through the dark moments.


Standing here tonight beside me
You are here with me, standing beside me, and I know I am not alone.


One love, that’s all I need
All I need is our love to keep me going, regardless of what happens.




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