Vows
Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper Lyrics
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I just didn't get to say
Everything that I wanted to say
So I wrote it down
And I brought it here
I hope it's ok if I love you forever, Jack"
The above lyrics are from the song "Vows" by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper. The song essentially portrays the vulnerability and honesty of a relationship between two people who are willing to stay together forever. In the lines, "When we gave our vows at the altar/I just didn't get to say/Everything that I wanted to say/So I wrote it down/And I brought it here", Gaga is expressing her regret of not being able to verbally articulate everything that was in her heart and mind during their wedding ceremony. However, she takes the initiative to write those feelings down and convey them to her partner later.
The last line, "I hope it's ok if I love you forever, Jack", is a beautiful sentiment that encapsulates the depth of love and commitment that Gaga wishes to show. It's as if she is seeking permission from her partner to love and cherish him always. Overall, the song highlights the importance of open communication and vulnerability in a relationship, as well as the power of writing and articulating one's deepest feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
When we gave our vows at the altar
During our wedding ceremony, we exchanged promises to each other and declared our commitment to our relationship.
I just didn't get to say
At the time of our wedding, I wasn't able to express all of my feelings and thoughts to you.
Everything that I wanted to say
There were many things that I felt and wanted to express to you, but I couldn't articulate them all in the moment.
So I wrote it down
To make sure that I could communicate everything that was in my heart, I took the time to write it all down on paper.
And I brought it here
I am sharing my written words with you now, so that you can understand the depth of my love for you.
I hope it's ok if I love you forever, Jack
Through this letter, I am expressing my unwavering commitment and devotion to you. I hope that you accept my love and feel the same way.
Lyrics © THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: Stefani Germanotta
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