Letters
Josh Melton Lyrics


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Girl, I know you paint your nails
So you don't bite 'em
You got a closet full of shoes
But you still buy 'em
Those Hallmark shows, I might not like 'em
But every time you end up cryin'
I'm the guy that gets to hold the girl
I don't want to tame your fire
I don't want to change your heart, girl
I don't want to be the guy that
Comes along and repaints your whole world
So let your wild side run, keep having fun
Keep everything the same
There's only one thing, baby, I gotta change
The letters in your last name

Don't stop singin' Backstreet Boys when
You're in the shower
Or makin' me laugh 'til I spit
My drink out at happy hour
When you're on the dance floor
Hands in the air
Your hair down, makin' everybody stare
Keep doin' what you do
That's what I love about you

I don't want to tame your fire
I don't want to change your heart, girl
I don't want to be the guy that
Comes along and repaints your whole world
So let your wild side run, keep having fun
Keep everything the same
There's only one thing, baby, I gotta change
The letters in your last name
Yeah, the letters in your last name

I just wanna wake up every day
To the perfect, crazy way God made you
I ain't gonna change you

I don't want to tame your fire
I don't want to change your heart, girl
I don't want to be the guy that comes along
Repaints your whole world
So let your wild side run, keep having fun
Keep everything the same
There's only one thing, baby, I gotta change
The letters in your last name
Yeah, the letters in your last name





Baby, I gotta change 'em
Yeah, baby, I gotta change 'em, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Josh Melton's song, "Letters," express a deep appreciation and love for a woman who is unapologetically herself. The singer acknowledges the various quirks and habits of his partner, such as painting her nails and collecting shoes, but he loves her for all these things. Even though he might not personally enjoy certain aspects of her life, such as watching Hallmark shows, he finds joy in being there to comfort her and hold her when she cries. The singer embraces the wild side of his partner, encouraging her to continue being herself, as he doesn't want to change or tame her. The only thing he wants to alter is the letters in her last name, indicating a desire to marry and create a new family together. Ultimately, the song emphasizes the importance of accepting and loving someone for who they truly are.


Line by Line Meaning

Girl, I know you paint your nails
I am aware that you paint your nails


So you don't bite 'em
To prevent yourself from biting them


You got a closet full of shoes
You possess many shoes in your closet


But you still buy 'em
Yet you continue to purchase more


Those Hallmark shows, I might not like 'em
I may not enjoy those Hallmark shows


But every time you end up cryin'
However, whenever you cry


I'm the guy that gets to hold the girl
I am the one who gets to comfort and support you


I don't want to tame your fire
I have no desire to suppress your passion


I don't want to change your heart, girl
I do not wish to alter your true self


I don't want to be the guy that
I do not want to become the person who


Comes along and repaints your whole world
Arrives and completely transforms your life


So let your wild side run, keep having fun
Allow your adventurous nature to flourish, continue enjoying yourself


Keep everything the same
Maintain the current state of affairs


There's only one thing, baby, I gotta change
However, there is one aspect that I need to alter


The letters in your last name
It is the letters that comprise your surname


Don't stop singin' Backstreet Boys when
Please do not cease singing Backstreet Boys songs when


You're in the shower
You are taking a shower


Or makin' me laugh 'til I spit
Or causing me to laugh until I involuntarily spit


My drink out at happy hour
Dispelling my drink during a joyous social gathering


When you're on the dance floor
Whenever you are on the dance floor


Hands in the air
With your hands raised in the air


Your hair down, makin' everybody stare
With your hair down, capturing the attention of everyone around


Keep doin' what you do
Keep doing the things you normally do


That's what I love about you
That is what I adore and cherish about you


I just wanna wake up every day
I simply desire to wake up each day


To the perfect, crazy way God made you
To experience your perfect, unique nature that God has bestowed upon you


I ain't gonna change you
I will not attempt to change you


Baby, I gotta change 'em
Darling, I must alter them


Yeah, baby, I gotta change 'em, yeah
Indeed, my dear, I need to modify them




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Comments from YouTube:

Joy Kakenya

What an amazing song!❤️❤️

Victoria Cracco Moro

I love this song so much. Brazilian girl here. But so in love with american Country!!! Can't believe this isn't a viral!

Boiler Up

What a beautiful song Josh!! You sound amazing cousin!! 🧡

Taima Brown

Omg I love this song!!!

Cynthia Hunter

Josh, so pretty. 💖

Tiaan du Preez

❤️🎵🇿🇦

Perry James 48

My nephew said he had fun with you. He was the little boy who was dancing with the bday girl.

Tee Tommy

aww...

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