Lauv stated via an Instagram story on May 7, 2020 why “Love Like That” wasn’t released on his debut album:
"This song was gonna be on the album but I couldn’t decide and the album is already 21 songs, but yea I had to release it eventually so HERE IT IS"
Love Like That
Lauv Lyrics
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In my head and it haunts me back
I think you spend too much time
Giving me second chances that I don't deserve
And it hurts
You give me kind of love that I never had
Wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
You give me your unconditional
Don't mean to sound so typical
But I wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
Mm
Wish that I could love like you
That weekend, we were sleeping in that London hotel room
Heard you singing in the shower
Damn near broke my heart in two
I don't deserve you
And it hurts to
Get the kind of love that you never had
Wish that you could give, give, give it back
Wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
You give me your unconditional
Don't mean to sound so typical
But I wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
Mm
Wish that I could love like that
Well look at us
We're in a room half crowded
And wish that I could finish what we started
But I don't know how
To give the kind of love that you deserve
Knowing that I can't just makes it worse
Wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
You give me your unconditional
Don't mean to sound so typical
But I wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
You are perfect
Wish that I could
You are perfect
Wish that I could
In Lauv's song Love Like That, the singer is expressing their inability to reciprocate the kind of love they are receiving from their partner. They believe they do not deserve the second chances their partner gives them and are haunted by their thoughts. They wish they could love their partner unconditionally like they are loved. The singer is overwhelmed by the love and care their partner gives them, which they have never experienced before. They also refer to a specific moment where they heard their partner singing in the shower and were heartbroken by it.
The second verse sees the singer confessing that they do not deserve their partner's love and, even though they receive it, it makes them feel worse. The chorus is repeated twice, emphasizing their longing to love their partner back the way they are loved. The bridge talks about the singer's feelings towards their partner, even though they are in a crowded room, and their frustration at not being able to reciprocate the love they receive.
The song showcases the frustration of not being able to give back the love received; Lauv beautifully portrays the yearning to love like the partner does. It is a song that almost anyone can resonate with, who has experienced inequality in relationships. The song's emotion is heightened by Lauv's vocals, and the melody compliments the lyrics fittingly.
Line by Line Meaning
You say I spend too much time
In my head and it haunts me back
You think I overthink everything and it becomes a problem for me.
I think you spend too much time
Giving me second chances that I don't deserve
And it hurts
I feel guilty for the mistakes and wrongdoings I've done to you and I know you keep forgiving me, which hurts me even more.
You give me kind of love that I never had
Wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
You show me a love that I've never experienced before and I wish that I could reciprocate it back to you. I wish that I could love you the same way you love me.
You give me your unconditional
Don't mean to sound so typical
But I wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
Mm
Wish that I could love like you
You love me without any judgments or conditions and I don't mean to sound cliché, but I really wish I could love you back the same way. I wish I could love like how you do.
That weekend, we were sleeping in that London hotel room
Heard you singing in the shower
Damn near broke my heart in two
I don't deserve you
And it hurts to
I remember that weekend when we were together in London and I heard you singing in the shower. It broke my heart because I feel like I don't deserve you and the love you give me. It hurts me to think about it.
Get the kind of love that you never had
Wish that you could give, give, give it back
Wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
You give me a love that I never thought existed and I wish you could experience the same feeling. I wish I could love you back in the same way you love me.
Well look at us
We're in a room half crowded
And wish that I could finish what we started
But I don't know how
We're in a room filled with people, but I still feel incomplete because I wish we could continue where we left off. Unfortunately, I don't know how to do that.
To give the kind of love that you deserve
Knowing that I can't just makes it worse
Wish that I could love, love, love you back
Wish that I could love like that
I want to give you the love you deserve, but the fact that I can't do it just adds to my guilt and sadness. I wish I could love you back the same way you love me.
You are perfect
Wish that I could
You are perfect
Wish that I could
You are flawless and I wish I could be as perfect as you are. I wish I could love you in the same perfect way that you love me.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Hipgnosis Songs Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ari Leff, Geoffrey Elliott Warburton, Johnny Simpson, Michael Pollack, Teddy Geiger
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Verse 1]
Drunk in the rain
Really old habits, really old baggage
Just walked away
Into your madness, onto your mattress
Goddamn, okay
You're so attractive, how did that happen?
Mm, oh
[Pre-Chorus]
And you're kissin' on my neck
I'm like, "Oh"
Got your hands up on my chest
I'm like, "Oh"
Kiss me 'til there's nothin' left
Oh my god, oh my god
You could really tear me apart, but
[Chorus]
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
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[Verse 2]
I'm wide awake
I don't need coffee, I know you want me
That's the champagne
Sippin' it slowly, gettin' to know you
And me, the same
You're so attractive, how did that happen?
Mm, oh
[Pre-Chorus]
And you're kissin' on my neck
I'm like, "Oh"
Got your hands up on my chest
I'm like, "Oh"
Kiss me 'til there's nothin' left
Oh my god, oh my god
You could really tear me apart, but
[Chorus]
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
[Bridge]
Ooh
Tell me we're somethin', tell me we're nothin'
Ooh
You're drivin' me crazy drivin' in London
Ooh
My mind's in the backseat, my heart's in the front and
Ooh
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause (Hey)
[Chorus]
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe (Babe)
Want you more than yesterday (Day)
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
@MyLifeAsLouis
Lauv's music is not only a song, it is a vibe
@tiktokviral440
I know right ???!!!!!
@anubhabjha6632
Very true... ❤❤❤
@qamarina7715
agree
@cantfindme5460
Exactly ❤
@canaresericsonn.1214
Agreed
@tejaswini5269
All of Lauv's songs are so catchy. It's stuck in my head since the audio released the first time
@jesusisking3814
For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. Jesus Christ loves you so much that He died for your sins and rose from the dead. If you repent from evil ways, believe that Jesus has paid the fine for your sins on the cross and confess Him as your Lord, you will be saved. You see, we all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God, that's why Jesus Christ, fullness of Godhead bodily, lived a perfect life, fulfilled the prophecies and law, shed His Blood at the cross just so you could be forgiven, reconciled back to the Father, receive God's love, be made a new creation, whole, sanctified. It's not about religion and what good works you can do to earn salvation, it's only by grace through faith in the finished works of Jesus Christ. Read God's Word, preferably start with Gospel of John, pray for the Holy Spirit to fill you, give you wisdom and revelation that way you're born again and see your life changed by the Spirit of the Most High. Much love and God bless you!
@bryansacal1074
At 35 years old, Lauv’s In-Between Albums world tour is my first concert to go to. My wife and I were conscious that everyone seems to be a lot younger than we were but the music just feels so rejuvenating and to be singing along with the person who created the music… we will never forget the feeling. Thanks for dropping by Cebu, Ari!
@kennethlam860
i just turned 24 last week and music is for everyone of all ages. At least you’re open minded, glad you enjoyed :)