When Loves Takes Over
Kelly Rowland David Guetta Lyrics


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It's complicated
It always is
That's just the way it goes
Feels like I've waited so long for this
I wonder if it shows

Head under water
Now I can't breathe
It never felt so good
'Cause I can feel it coming over me
I wouldn't stop it if I could

When love takes over (yeah-ah-eah)
You know you can't deny
When love takes over (yeah-ah-eah)
'Cause something's here tonight

Give me a reason
I gotta know
Do you feel it too?
Can't you see me here on overload
And this time I blame you
Looking out for you to hold my hand
It feels like I could fall
Now love me right, like I know you can
We could lose it all

When love takes over (yeah-ah-eah)
You know you can't deny
When love takes over (yeah-ah-eah)
'Cause something's here tonight

Tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight
I-I-I'll be loving you all the time, it's true
'Cause I-I-I'll want to make it right, with you

When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over
Over, over, over, over
Over, over, over, over
Over, over

When love takes over (yeah-ah-eah)
You know you can't deny




When love takes over (yeah-ah-eah)
'Cause something's here tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kelly Rowland and David Guetta's song, "When Love Takes Over," are about the overwhelming feeling of falling in love. The song begins by acknowledging that loving someone can be complicated, and it always is, that's just the way it is. The lyrics reflect on the long wait for this love, which begs the question, does it show? The idea of waiting for something for so long, and when it finally happens, and it feels like one can't be stopped is apparent in this song.


The idea of love is so strong in this song, that it is as though the singer is under water, and now they can breathe. They can feel it coming over them, and they wouldn't stop it even if they could. The singer asks their lover for a reason and wonders if their lover feels the same way. The singer is on the edge, feeling an overload of emotions, and this time they blame their lover for it.


The lyrics express that the singer wants to fall in love completely and lose themselves in it. The singer wants their lover to love them right, knowing they could lose everything, but it is worth the risk. As the song progresses, it is clear that "something" is happening tonight, that the power of love is taking over. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the force that love can be.


Line by Line Meaning

It's complicated, it always is
Love can be complex and confusing, as is often the case with relationships.


That's just the way it goes
This is just the natural course of things when it comes to love.


Feels like I've waited so long for this
This feeling has been long-awaited and eagerly anticipated.


I wonder if it shows?
I wonder if others can see how much I longed for this love.


Head under water, now I can breathe
Despite the feeling of being submerged, there's a newfound sense of freedom and relief.


It never felt so good
It's surprising how much joy can be found in a seemingly difficult situation.


'Cause I can feel it coming over me
This love and all its emotions are overtaking me completely.


I wouldn't stop it if I could
I don't want to put a halt to this intense feeling, even if it becomes overwhelming.


When love takes over, yeah
Once love truly takes hold, there's no denying its strength and presence.


You know you can't deny
It's impossible to ignore the power of love when it's this strong.


Give me a reason, I gotta know
I need to understand why this feeling is so intense and what the other person is feeling as well.


Do you feel it too?
Is this a mutual feeling or one-sided?


Can't you see me here on overload?
I'm feeling overwhelmed with emotion and need someone to see and understand my perspective.


And this time I blame you
I'm assigning the fault for my overwhelming emotions to the other person because they are the cause.


Oh, looking out for you to hold my hand
I'm seeking comfort and stability from the other person.


It feels like I could fall
This intense feeling of love is making me feel like I'm on the brink of losing balance or control.


Now love me right like I know you can
I'm hoping for the other person to show me love in the way that I need and deserve.


We could lose it all
If this love is not properly cared for, we could potentially lose everything.


Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
This feeling is all-consuming and overwhelming, making every moment feel amplified and exciting.


I'll be loving all the time, it's true
I will be unwavering in my love for the other person.


'Cause I want to make it right with you
I'm committed to making the relationship work and building a strong foundation for our love.


When love takes over
When true love takes over, it's all-encompassing and intoxicating.


When love takes over, when love takes over
Repeating the phrase emphasizes the power and importance of love in our lives.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: David Guetta, Fred Riesterer, Kelly Rowland, Miriam Nervo, Olivia Nervo

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@dalianafreitas9415

It's complicated
It always is
That's just the way it goes
Feels like I've waited so long for this
I wonder if it shows

Head underwater
Now I can't breathe
It never felt so good
'Cause I can feel it coming over me
I wouldn't stop it if I could

When love takes over, yeah
You know you can't deny
When love takes over, yeah
'Cause something's here tonight

Give me a reason
I gotta know
Do you feel it too?
Can't you see me here on overload?
And this time I blame you, mm

Looking out for you to hold my hand
It feels like I could fall
Now love me right like I know you can
We could lose it all

When love takes over, yeah
You know you can't deny
When love takes over, yeah
'Cause something's here tonight

Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight
Tonight, tonight, tonight, tonight

And I'll
Be loving you all the time, it's true
'Cause I
I wanna make it right with you

And I'll
Be loving you all the time, it's true
'Cause I
I wanna make it right with you

When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over

When love takes over
When love takes over
When love takes over
Over, over, over, over, over
Over, over, over, over, over, over, hahaha

When love takes over, yeah
You know you can't deny
When love takes over, yeah
'Cause something's here tonight

When love takes over, yeah
You know you can't deny
When love takes over, yeah
'Cause something's here tonight



All comments from YouTube:

@rossellinirossicalrossc3507

Can we take a minute to appreciate how beautiful Kelly Rowland is

@mojo333y7

I agree :)

@jucas1987

she is very beautiful

@MiguelFardinHotterthanyouthink

Rossellini C Can we take a minute to appreciate how beautiful Kelly Rowland's voice is?

@Guigame100

Rossellini C Aki no Brasil tem de monte dessas.

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@jakesayonara9835

It's crazy how David Guetta was releasing hit after hit in this era

@joeburreaux7953

Yeah I remember listening to Sexy Bitch and Memories on the radio.

@kimsleep4111

Still is...but mostly coproduced stuff

@arisdelis1

He has to come back...this music too....

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