Love of My Life
Kay Kay and the Rays Lyrics


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Had me at deep blue
Making the best of two years or less
Knew it when I saw you
This tiny space is just enough to make a mess

You got me tripping and falling
And screaming and sobbing
And calling it
Laughing and conning
And sleepless and longing
And wanting it
Breaking like bottles
And see it evolving
And baby I, I, I

I've been up to no good with some no-good guys
We've been drifting through alleys under city light
And we slowed way down to see if you were alright
You said I've just been here waiting for the love of my life

Love of my life
Love of my life
You opened my eyes
I'm seeing in signs

And it's crazy I'd die for you
Stake my whole life on you
Lift and decline
And divide every tide for you, love
Love of my life

It starts so fast, you start to think about it
One quick flash and then you really mean it
Pack our bags, I know where to meet
Forget the past, can't lose this feeling of

Tripping and falling
And screaming and sobbing
And calling it
Laughing and conning
And sleepless and longing
And wanting it
Breaking like bottles
And see it evolving
And baby I, I, I

'Cause I've been up to no good with some no-good guys
We've been drifting through alleys under city light
And we slowed way down to see if you were alright
You said I've just been here waiting for the love of my life

Love of my life
Love of my life
You opened my eyes
I'm seeing in signs

And it's crazy I'd die for you
Stake my whole life on you
Lift and decline
And divide every tide for you, love
Love

Love
Love

One hour gone she shrugs away
Then gives up on the bus stop
Worried sitting in the hallway
With the brick and metal backdrop

Standing on that great steel cavity
Duffle bag in hand
Then realizing, growing up
She's not seeing him again

Love of my life
Love of my life
You opened my eyes
I'm seeing in signs

And it's scary I'd die for you
Stake my whole life on you
Lift and decline
And divide every tide for you, love

And it's crazy I tried for you
Shaped my whole life for you
Young, but I trusted that I wouldn't cry for you
Only a child and you brought down the sky, yeah




You opened my eyes but I'm seeing this side of you now
I'm seeing this side of you now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kay Kay and the Rays's song "Love Of My Life" paint a vivid picture of a tumultuous and intense relationship. The song starts by describing the initial attraction and connection between the singer and their partner. The imagery of being "had at deep blue" suggests a deep and immediate emotional connection that took hold of them from the beginning. The mention of making the best of "two years or less" hints at the short-lived nature of the relationship, adding a sense of urgency and intensity to their feelings. Despite the brevity, the singer knew from the moment they saw their partner that this connection was significant, even in the confines of a "tiny space" that could easily become chaotic.


As the relationship progresses, the lyrics delve into the highs and lows of their emotional journey. The conflicting emotions of tripping and falling, screaming and sobbing, laughing and conning, and feeling sleepless and longing highlight the rollercoaster nature of their love. The repetition of these contrasting emotions reflects the complexity of their relationship, filled with passion and turmoil. The mention of "breaking like bottles" symbolizes the fragility of their bond and the transformative process they are undergoing as a couple.


The bridge of the song reveals a moment of self-reflection for the singer, admitting to past indiscretions and acknowledging a newfound sense of clarity brought on by their partner. The declaration of being willing to "die for you" and stake their whole life on this love showcases the deep commitment and devotion they feel. The lyrics emphasize the transformative power of love, how it can change one's perspective and drive them to great lengths for the sake of the relationship.


However, the final verse takes a darker turn, alluding to a sense of loss and closure. The imagery of a woman waiting at a bus stop, eventually realizing that she will not see her love again, evokes feelings of resignation and heartbreak. The repetition of the phrase "Love of my life" throughout the song serves as a poignant reminder of the impact this relationship had on the singer, despite its eventual end. The final lines underscore a bittersweet realization of the complexity and duality within the relationship, acknowledging both the beauty and the pain that came with loving so deeply.




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