Lewis Taylor is an eclectic artist and multi-instrumental who writes, produ… Read Full Bio ↴Lewis Taylor is an eclectic artist and multi-instrumental who writes, produces and plays every instrument on his own material. He is instantly recognizable by his trademark sweet sounding soulful voice, which is often accompanied, and perfectly complemented, by multi-layered vocal harmonies, soaring rock guitar solos and unique production and arrangements. Influenced in equal parts by Todd Rundgren, Scott Walker, Prince, Jimi Hendrix, Marvin Gaye, The Beach Boys and Yes, his music has been described as 'psychedelic soul in the broadest sense'. Praised by the likes of David Bowie, Elton John, D'Angelo, Chaka Khan, Darryl Hall, Aaliyah, Pharrell, Questlove and Leon Ware he still remains the best kept secret of British soul.

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Lewis Taylor Lyrics

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I should have known there′d be trouble
When you and I had to part
But it ain't my fault that you′re still in my heart
I should have realized no matter what you do
That I'd go on feeling just the same
I come running whenever you call my name

You know I let you play me for a fool

I'd do anything that you say
I wait so long
But I just can′t stand another day
I never wanted to love someone this way

But if you want me to
I′ll carry on playing your game
I come running whenever you call my name

Find me weak

Find me strong
I get all messed up whenever you call my name

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lewis Taylor's "Song" are about a toxic relationship in which the singer is still in love with someone who has caused them trouble through their separation. Despite realizing that they are being played for a fool, and that they should move on, the singer admits that they cannot help themselves from feeling the same emotions towards their lover.

The line "But it ain't my fault that you're still in my heart" implies that the singer might be blaming their lover for the pain that they are currently feeling by being unable to move on. However, in the next line, the singer admits that they should have known better than to expect their emotions to change. The lines "I should've realized no matter what you do/That I'd go on feeling just the same" give insight into the singer's state of mind, one that seems to be conflicted between the desire to move on and the inability to do so. In the end, the singer gives up trying to suppress their emotions and admits that they will come running back to their lover whenever they call their name.

Overall, the song leaves the interpretation of the singer's emotional state open-ended, as it is unclear whether they are in control of their emotions or have been completely consumed by their love. However, the contrast between the singer's logic and their emotions suggests that they are struggling to make sense of their feelings, reflecting the complexities of real-life relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

I should have known there'd be trouble
I should have anticipated the difficulty that would follow our separation

When you and I had to part
When we had to go our separate ways

But it ain't my fault that you're still in my heart
It's not my responsibility that you still occupy my mind and heart

I should have realized no matter what you do
I ought to have recognized that my feelings towards you wouldn't change, no matter what you did

That I'd go on feeling just the same
My feelings and emotions would stay the same

I come running whenever you call my name
I'm still beholden to you and always available to you

You know I let you play me for a fool
You're aware that I've allowed you to take advantage of me

I'd do anything that you say
I'm willing to do whatever you ask of me

I wait so long
I yearn for you for an extended period of time

But I just can't stand another day
I cannot bear another day without you

I never wanted to love someone this way
I never envisaged falling in love in this manner