Whatever It Takes
Lene Marlin(琳恩 玛莲) Lyrics
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You see, I've heard this thing about you
Some sad stories about you
I look at you know
As always, you're keeping a straight face
Acting like, like you truly love this place
(but) you see, I'm told that the place that you long for
Is where the shadows won't dance on your walls anymore
I'll keep the lights out, I'll tell you fairy tales
Whatever it takes to make you feel safe
I promise you now, they will disappear
I'll take you back home, they won't find you there
Tell me I'm wrong
You see, I've heard this thing about you
Some sad stories about you
Please, understand
I need you to tell me the truth now
No more hiding or lies now
I'll keep the lights out, I'll tell you fairy tales
Whatever it takes to make you feel safe
I promise you now, they will disappear
I'll take you back home, they won't find you there
I'll keep the lights out, I'll tell you fairy tales
Whatever it takes to make you feel safe
I promise you now, they will disappear
I'll take you back home, they won't find you there
The lyrics to Lene Marlin's song "Whatever It takes" are about a person who has heard sad stories about someone they care about and is trying to reach out to them. The person singing is aware that the other person is keeping a straight face and pretending that they love where they are, but they know that they are really longing for a place where they can feel safe and where their nightmares won't follow them. The singer wants to help the other person feel better and promises to do whatever it takes to make them feel safe. They will keep the lights out and tell them fairy tales, and take them back home where no one will find them.
The lyrics suggest that the person the singer is referring to may be dealing with some trauma or difficult experiences, and the singer wants to be there for them and help them heal. The promise of safety and the reference to fairy tales suggests a desire to create a comforting and safe environment, perhaps to help the person feel protected and supported.
Overall, the song is a touching and emotional plea for connection and healing, and the singer's willingness to do whatever it takes to help the other person is a poignant reminder of the power of compassion and empathy in our relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me I'm wrong
Please tell me that I am mistaken
You see, I've heard this thing about you
I have received information about you
Some sad stories about you
The information I received was negative or unpleasant
I look at you know
I am observing you currently
As always, you're keeping a straight face
You appear emotionally unaffected or stoic
Acting like, like you truly love this place
You are pretending to have a deep affection for this location
(but) you see, I'm told that the place that you long for
However, I was informed that you desire a different place
Is where the shadows won't dance on your walls anymore
This desired place lacks the unsettling or frightening shadows on its walls
Where the nightmares will leave you alone
This desired place is free from distressing or terrifying dreams
I'll keep the lights out, I'll tell you fairy tales
I will make efforts to make you feel safe and secure by keeping the lights off and telling you pleasant stories
Whatever it takes to make you feel safe
I am willing to do what is necessary to ensure you feel protected
I promise you now, they will disappear
I guarantee that the negative elements causing you distress will vanish
I'll take you back home, they won't find you there
I will bring you to a place where you can avoid the things causing you pain or fear
Please, understand
I am asking for your comprehension or cooperation
I need you to tell me the truth now
I require you to be completely honest with me
No more hiding or lies now
I cannot accept any more secrecy or deception
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALISTAIR GORDON, IAN WILSON, PAUL YOUNG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lidiladoro9957
Very underrated song of its time
@faresmilan5591
I love that guitar performance 😍❤
@fredrickkasanda8347
I love this song to the moon and back. :-)
@UChooseK7H
This is such a beautiful song, Thanks for uploading! =)
@yolaberia6641
J aimerais tellement que tu sache ce que je ressens aujourd'hui à travers cette musique ❤❤10 ans après ....
@Susade81
my favourite song!
@Anima.Libera
💜
Tell me I'm wrong you see
I've heard this thing about you
Some sad stories about you
I look at you now
As always you're keeping a straight face
Acting like
Like you truly love this place
You see
I'm told that the place that you long for
Is where the shadows won't dance on your walls anymore
Where the nightmares will leave you alone
I'll keep the lights out
I'll tell you fairy tales
Whatever it takes to
Make you feel safe
I promise you now
They will disappear
I'll take you back home
They won't find you here
Tell me I'm wrong you see
I've heard this thing about you
Some sad stories about you
Please understand I need you
To tell me the truth now
No more hiding or lies now
I'll keep the lights out
I'll tell you fairy tales
Whatever it takes to
Make you feel safe
I promise you now
They will disappear
I'll take you back home
They won't find you here
I'll keep the lights out
I'll tell you fairy tales
Whatever it takes to
Make you feel safe
I promise you now
They will disappear
I'll take you back home
They won't find you here
I'll keep the lights out
I'll tell you fairy tales
Whatever it takes to
Make you feel safe
I promise you now
They will disappear
I'll take you back home
They won't find you there
I'll take you back home
They won't find you here
@Ginestra92
la dedico a mia sorella...
@matteoliberogarbilli
Let's go home in Ferrara via Borgoleoni 70 h,my grandfathar home...but i have no monney...it's a super loveli home in a super loveli taun...i love you Lene
@Sprakebeck
Love it but need it without singing for a project.