Meaning of Life
Kelly Clarkson Lyrics


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Baby, I've been living in the dark
The only friend I've got here is my broken heart
Feeling like I've finally had enough
Living like an animal can be so rough

I've been waiting so long for you to come my way
And now I, I can't wait another day
When you hold me, I finally see
When you say love, I know what it means
I was broke down so long in the dark
Until you showed me the light (baby)
'Cause when you kiss me, I know who I am
And when you let me feel it I understand
When I'm lost I just look in your eyes
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life

Every time I spend a lonely night, yeah
Thinking I won't make it 'til the morning light
All I do is think of you and I (you and I)
Suddenly the wrongs they start to feel so right

I've been waiting so long for you to come my way (come my way, yeah)
And now I, I can't wait another day

When you hold me, I finally see
When you say love, I know what it means
I was broke down so long in the dark
Until you showed me the light
'Cause when you kiss me, I know who I am
And when you let me feel it, I understand
When I'm lost I just look in your eyes
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
Show me the meaning of life

You show me love
You lift me up
You take me higher and higher
The truth is I'm in love
Can you feel us, we're flying higher
Oh, you show me love
You lift me up
You take me higher and higher
The truth is I'm in love
Can you feel us, we're flying higher

Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
Show me the meaning of life




Show me the meaning of life
Show me the meaning of life

Overall Meaning

The song "Meaning of Life" by Kelly Clarkson is an ode to love and finding one's place in the world. The opening lines of the song reveal Clarkson’s state of mind prior to finding someone who truly cares for her. She likens her current state of mind to living in the dark, with her only companion being her broken heart. She is tired of living life like an animal, and is ready for something real.


The chorus of the song describes the transformative power of love. Clarkson is finally able to see and understand the true meaning of love when she is in the arms of her lover. He shows her the light and gives her hope, which has eluded her for so long. When she’s lost, she finds herself looking into his eyes for guidance, and he shows her the true meaning of life.


The verses of the song talk about how thinking of her lover makes everything feel right. Every time she spends a lonely night, thinking she won't make it until the morning light, she thinks of her lover and suddenly everything feels okay. It’s clear that her lover is the one thing that gives her hope and restores her faith in life.


The song’s message is deeply emotional and relatable. Everyone can identify with feeling lost and adrift, and the power of having someone who truly cares for you. The song is a powerful reminder of how love, when it is true, can guide us through the darkest of times and give us a sense of purpose.


Line by Line Meaning

Baby, I've been living in the dark
I've been feeling lost and alone, without direction or purpose.


The only friend I've got here is my broken heart
My heart has been hurt so many times that it's the only thing that keeps me company in the darkness.


Feeling like I've finally had enough
I've reached my breaking point and can't take living like this anymore.


Living like an animal can be so rough
Living without love or direction makes me feel like I'm just surviving, not truly living.


I've been waiting so long for you to come my way
I've been hoping and longing for someone to come into my life and show me the way to love.


And now I, I can't wait another day
I'm ready for love now, and I can't wait any longer to find it.


When you hold me, I finally see
When I'm in your arms, I can see myself and my life more clearly.


When you say love, I know what it means
Your words and actions have taught me the true meaning of love.


I was broke down so long in the dark
I was stuck in a cycle of pain and loneliness for so long that I had forgotten what it was like to feel truly alive.


Until you showed me the light (baby)
Your love and presence in my life has brought light and joy to my once dark and lonely existence.


'Cause when you kiss me, I know who I am
Your kisses and love make me feel whole and confident in who I am as a person.


And when you let me feel it I understand
When you show me love and affection, I finally understand what it means to be loved and cared for.


When I'm lost I just look in your eyes
When I'm feeling lost or confused, I turn to you for guidance and clarity.


You show me the meaning of life
You are my anchor and guide in life, showing me what it truly means to love and be loved.


Every time I spend a lonely night, yeah
Whenever I'm alone, especially at night, I feel the weight of my loneliness more heavily.


Thinking I won't make it 'til the morning light
My loneliness and despair are so heavy that I often doubt my ability to make it through to a new day.


All I do is think of you and I (you and I)
When I think of you, my heart is filled with hope and love, and I feel less alone.


Suddenly the wrongs they start to feel so right
Your presence in my life has made me realize that the things I once thought were wrong or bad for me are now starting to feel right because they bring me closer to you and your love.


You show me love
Your love is a guiding force in my life, showing me what it truly means to love and be loved.


You lift me up
Your love and support lift me up and help me to see the beauty and joy in life.


You take me higher and higher
Your love and presence in my life elevate me and bring me closer to fulfillment and happiness.


The truth is I'm in love
I've finally found what I've been searching for all along - true love and companionship.


Can you feel us, we're flying higher
Together, we are soaring to new heights of love and happiness, and nothing can bring us down.


Show me the meaning of life
Your love and guidance have brought purpose and meaning to my once directionless life.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ILSEY JUBER, JAMES MORRISON, JESSE SHATKIN

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@ranjeet2990

Baby, I've been living in the dark
The only friend I've got here is my broken heart
Feeling like I've finally had enough
Living like an animal can be so rough
I've been waiting so long for you to come my way
And now I, I can't wait another day
When you hold me, I finally see
When you say love, I know what it means
I was broke down so long in the dark
Until you showed me the light (baby)
'Cause when you kiss me, I know who I am
And when you let me feel it I understand
When I'm lost I just look in your eyes
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Every time I spend a lonely night, yeah
Thinking I won't make it 'til the morning light
All I do is think of you and I (you and I)
Suddenly the wrongs they start to feel so right
I've been waiting so long for you to come my way (come my way, yeah)
And now I, I can't wait another day
When you hold me, I finally see
When you say love, I know what it means
I was broke down so long in the dark
Until you showed me the light
'Cause when you kiss me, I know who I am
And when you let me feel it, I understand
When I'm lost I just look in your eyes
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
Show me the meaning of life
You show me love
You lift me up
You take me higher and higher
The truth is I'm in love
Can you feel us, we're flying higher
Oh, you show me love
You lift me up
You take me higher and higher
The truth is I'm in love
Can you feel us, we're flying higher
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
Show me the meaning of life
Show me the meaning of life
Show me the meaning of life
Songwriters: Ilsey Juber / James Morrison / Jesse Shatkin



@luuaragao6035

Baby I've been livin' in the dark
The only friend I got here's my broken heart
Feelin' like I've finally had enough
Livin' like an animal can be so rough

I've been waitin' so long for you to come my way
And now I, I can't wait another day

When you hold me, I finally see
When you say love I know what it means
I was broke down so long in the dark
Until you showed me the light, baby
'Cause when you kiss me I know who I am
And when you let me feel it I understand
When I'm lost I just look in your eyes
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life

You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life

Every time I spend a lonely night, yeah

Thinkin' I won't make it till the morning light
All I do is think of you and I
Suddenly the wrongs, they start to feel so right (feel so right)

I've been waiting so long for you to come my way (come my way, yeah)
And now I, I can't wait another day

When you hold me, I finally see (when you hold me I see)
When you say love I know what it means (I know what it means, yeah)
I was broke down so long in the dark
Until you showed me the light (until you showed me the light)
'Cause when you kiss me I know who I am (I know who I am)
And when you let me feel it I understand (ooh, I understand)
When I'm lost I just look in your eyes
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
Show me the meaning of life

You show me love
You lift me up

You take me higher and higher
The truth is I'm in love
Can you feel us
We're flyin' higher
Oh, you show me love
You lift me up
You take me higher and higher
The truth is I'm in love
Can you feel us
We're flyin' higher

Meaning of life, life, life, life
You show me the meaning of life
Meaning of life, life, life, life
Show me the meaning of life
Show me the meaning of life
Ooh, show me the meaning of life



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@heytheredelilah3724

Fact: Kelly Clarkson never disappoints.

@marquesq.4499

True story.

@daniellong5

Never

@andrewcarson6925

Hey There Delilah AMEN FACTS 💯💯💯💯💯

@antonialovesyou4462

When she never said her career started to Marry Brandon Blackstock and Sister Antonia Trump. #turpincase

@juanitanelsoncombs8581

Absolutely NEVER! from the first moment she opened her mouth on American Idol she was our winner
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@nigelmoncure5371

I’m so mad at everyone!! This album was so good top to bottom, no skips. It was so R&B and Soul coded with a Pop edge! 😩 I still play it religiously. When we have a good thing, we need to appreciate it, especially during this new age of lack luster music

@ashleypg1708

This is Kelly's BEST album, period. She deserves a grammy. And she's looking so gorgeous and confident and how can anyone on planet earth not LOVE this amazing woman??

@greggbarnette5316

agreed 1000 percent..have all her albums this one was the best thus far

@hayleymahaffeystudent526

I know right.... Kelly is an amazing person and if nobody likes her you are stupid....

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