Save Room
Legend John Lyrics


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Say that you'll stay a little
Don't say bye-bye tonight
Say you'll be mine
Just a little bit of love is worth a moment of your time
Knocking on your door just a little
It's so cold outside tonight
Let's get a fire burning
Oh, I know I'll keep it burning right
If you stay, won't you stay, stay?

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love, save a little
Save a little for me
Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me, oh

This just might hurt a little
Love hurts sometimes when you do it right
Don't be afraid of a little bit of pain
Pleasure is on the other side
Let down your guard just a little
I'll keep you safe in these arms of mine
Hold on to me, pretty baby
You will see I can be all you need
If you stay, won't you save, save

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love, save a little
Save a little for me
Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me, oh

(Pa-ya-pa-pa)
(Pa-ya-pa-pa)
(Pa-ya-pa-pa)
(Da-da-da)

Oh, come on
Make time to live a little
Don't let this moment slip by tonight
You'll never know what you're missing 'til you try
I'll keep you satisfied
If you stay, won't you save, save

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love, save a little
Save a little for me
Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me, oh

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love
Save a little, save a little for me




Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me, oh

Overall Meaning

"Save Room" is a romantic love song performed by John Legend. The song laments the fear of losing the person he loves most, and his desire to keep them in his life forever. The lyrics are a plea for his lover to stay and spend time with him. He wants them to save a little bit of love for him and he promises to reciprocate that love. Legend creates a very intimate atmosphere with his lyrics urging his partner to save a room in their life for his love.


The chorus "Save Room for my love" is very nicely strung and creates a soothing melody. This line is particularly endearing, as it evokes an image of a couple that has been together for a long time, one which they have so beautifully come to share with each other. As the song goes on, the lyrics become more poetic as Legend assures his lover that he will keep them safe and satisfied. The song is quite vulnerable, with John's tender voice betraying how much he wants his lover to stay with him.


In summary, Save Room is a beautifully worded track that tells the story of love and how it can be hurtful but worth the pain if done right. The song is delicate and emotional, perfectly showcasing John Legend's vocal and songwriting abilities.


Interesting facts about "Save Room" -


* The song was released in 2006 as a single from John Legend's second studio album "Once Again".
* It peaked at number 56 on the US Billboard Hot 100 Chart
* It was nominated for the Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 49th Grammy Awards in 2007 but did not win.
* Legend wrote the song with will.i.am from The Black Eyed Peas.
* John Lee Hooker's "Jealous Loving Heart" was a source of inspiration for the song.
* The music video was directed by Hype Williams and features John Legend performing the song while flirting with a woman at a party.
* It was covered by American Idol Season 7 runner-up David Archuleta during the show's tour.
* The song has been featured in several films and TV shows, including "P.S. I Love You" and "Grey's Anatomy".
* John Legend has performed the song at several concerts and events, including the 2007 Soul Train Awards.
* The chord progression for "Save Room" is G D Am7 C.


Chords (source: ultimate guitar) -


Intro: G D Am7 C
Verse 1:
G D Am7 C
Say that you'll stay a little
G D Am7 C
Don't say bye bye tonight
G D Am7 C
Say you'll be mine, just a little bit of love is worth
G D Am7 C
A moment of your time


Chorus:
G D Am7 C
Save room for my love, save room for a moment
G D Am7 C
To be with me, save room for my love save a little
G D Am7 C
Save a little for me oh


Verse 2:
G D Am7 C
This just might hurt a little
G D Am7 C
Love hurts sometimes when you do it right
G D Am7 C
Don't be afraid of a little bit of pain
G D Am7 C
Pleasure is on the other side


Chorus:
G D Am7 C
Save room for my love, save room for a moment
G D Am7 C
To be with me, save room for my love save a little
G D Am7 C
Save a little for me oh


Bridge:
Bm7 D/F# Em7 C
Oh, come on Make time to live a little
Bm7 D/F# Em7 C
Don't let this moment slip by tonight
Bm7 D/F# Em7 C
You'll never know what you're missing till you try
Bm7 D/F# Em7 C
I'll keep you satisfied


Chorus:
G D Am7 C
Save room for my love, save room for a moment
G D Am7 C
To be with me, save room for my love save a little
G D Am7 C
Save a little for me oh


Outro:
G D Am7 C
Save room for my love, save room for a moment
G D Am7 C
Save a little for me


Line by Line Meaning

Say that you'll stay a little
Ask that you won't leave too soon.


Don't say 'bye bye' tonight
Request to not part ways this night.


Say you'll be mine
Ask for a commitment to a loving relationship.


Just a little bit of love is worth a moment of your time
Imply that even a small amount of affection is valuable.


Knocking on your door just a little
Attempting to visit briefly.


So cold outside tonight
Illuminates the freezing outside weather.


Let's get a fire burning
Want to start the fire in the house.


Oh, I know I keep it burning right
Confirming that he's competent at keeping a fire going.


If you stay, won't you stay, stay?
Requesting to stay for a while longer.


Save room for my love
Leave some space in your heart for my affection.


Save room for a moment to be with me
Keep some time for us to spend together.


Save room for my love, save a little
Save some love for me, hold onto it.


Save a little for me
Keep some affection for my sake.


This just might hurt a little
Warn that there could be some painful moments.


Love hurts sometimes when you do it right
Acknowledge that healthy relationships can be challenging.


Don't be afraid of a little bit of pain
Encourage to be open to discomfort for the sake of growth.


Pleasure is on the other side
Promise that rewards come after effort.


Let down your guard just a little
Encourage to open up emotionally.


I'll keep you safe in these arms of mine
Promise protection and comfort in his embrace.


Hold on to me, pretty baby
Ask to cling onto his body.


You will see I can be all you need
Promise to fulfill all necessary requirements.


Oh, come on
Urges to take part in his proposal.


Make time to live a little
Allocate some time to have fun.


Don't let this moment slip by tonight
Remind to savor the present.


You'll never know what you're missing till you try
Assert that trying new things can be rewarding.


I'll keep you satisfied
Assure that they will be satisfied in the relationship.


Save room for my love
Leave some space for romantic love.


Save a little, save a little for me
Keep some affection for his purposes.


Won't you save a little?
Request to keep some love for him.


Save a little for me, oh
Saved affection will be appreciated.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Buddy Buie, James Cobb, John Stephens, Will Adams, Jessica Wilson

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Osideprince88

Say that you'll stay a little
Don't say 'bye bye' tonight
Say you'll be mine
Just a little bit of love is worth a moment of your time
Knocking on your door just a little
So cold outside tonight
Let's get a fire burning
Oh, I know I keep it burning right
If you stay, won't you stay, stay?

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love, save a little
Save a little for me
Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me, oh

This just might hurt a little
Love hurts sometimes when you do it right
Don't be afraid of a little bit of pain
Pleasure is on the other side

Let down your guard just a little
I'll keep you safe in these arms of mine
Hold on to me, pretty baby
You will see I can be all you need
If you stay, won't you stay, stay?

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love, save a little
Save a little for me
Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me, oh

Oh, come on
Make time to live a little
Don't let this moment slip by tonight
You'll never know what you're missing till you try
I'll keep you satisfied
If you stay, won't you stay, stay?

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love, save a little
Save a little for me
Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me, oh

Save room for my love
Save room for a moment to be with me
Save room for my love
Save a little, save a little for me
Won't you save a little?
Save a little for me



All comments from YouTube:

@SRT_LUNATIC

Who’s here in 2024 🥹

@romeob15

It's 2023 and still one of my favorite songs !!

@annekuplichlins

mine too

@naturalbornkillr

He’s pedo file!

@ti84satact12

“This just might hurt a little. Love hurts sometimes when you do it right. Don’t be afraid of a little bit of pain. Pleasure is on the other side.” Truer words were never written!❤

@honoriooseguera4083

Sounds like anal sex.

@thegarlicknotz7163

This song has such a luxurious and timeless feel about it!

@benjamincarter1884

That betwixt and between the late 60s and possible early 70s kinda feeling that has a dual catch to it that could be sophisticated casual and depending on whose listening perhaps upscale

@markbarnes6806

It's because Dennis Yost did it first in the '60s!

@carolyngordin6091

WE DO NOT AND REPEAT DO NOT WANNA SEE THAT A BLOB WITH A SHOWER CAP

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