I Get By
Liam Gallagher Lyrics


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No one loves like you do
I'm all messed up but I'm over you
I see your face can lead your mind
I contemplate, scrutinize
Well, I get by

It's only love, only love can break my heart
Only love, this thing will tear us all apart
Only love, only love can break my heart
Only love, this thing can tear us all apart

It's in my life, it's in your hands
There's no love lost, sycophant
Well beam me up, beam me down
I'll show you love, I'll show you round
Well, I get by

'Cause only love, only love can break my heart
Only love, this thing will tear us all apart
Only love, only love can break my heart
Only love, this thing can tear us all apart

Never look back, I'm going where you're going to
I waited a lifetime for you
So cut me some slack, I wanna see all of you
I never hold back from the truth

Never look back, I'm going where you're going to
I waited a lifetime for you
So cut me some slack, I wanna see all of you
I never hold back from the truth

Never look back, I'm going where you're going to
I waited a lifetime for you
So cut me some slack, I wanna see all of you
I never hold back from the truth

Unlike you
Unlike you




Unlike you
Unlike you

Overall Meaning

In "I Get By," Liam Gallagher explores the complexities of love and the emotional turmoil that comes with it. The first verse reflects a sense of longing for a former lover, acknowledging that although the singer is still affected by the breakup, they are slowly moving on. The line "No one loves like you do, I'm all messed up but I'm over you" suggests that although the love was intense and left the singer feeling broken, they have found ways to heal and cope.


The chorus emphasizes the power of love and its ability to both mend and shatter hearts. The repetition of "Only love, only love can break my heart" highlights the notion that love is the ultimate catalyst for emotional vulnerability and pain. It also hints at the idea that love has the potential to cause widespread destruction, tearing apart not only individual hearts but also relationships and even society as a whole.


In the second verse, Gallagher explores the contradictory nature of love. The line "It's in my life, it's in your hands" suggests that love is integral to one's existence, while "There's no love lost, sycophant" implies that love can sometimes be insincere or manipulative. The line "Well beam me up, beam me down, I'll show you love, I'll show you round" can be interpreted as a desire to transcend the complexities of love and demonstrate genuine affection.


The recurring refrain "Never look back, I'm going where you're going to, I waited a lifetime for you" expresses unwavering dedication and a willingness to follow the object of affection, even if it means enduring a long wait. The line "So cut me some slack, I wanna see all of you, I never hold back from the truth" indicates a plea for understanding and acceptance, emphasizing the singer's commitment to being authentically themselves and speaking honestly.


The final repetition of "Unlike you" encapsulates the core theme of the song, highlighting the uniqueness and incomparability of the singer's love and experience. It may also suggest a sense of pride or defiance, asserting that the singer's love is distinct and cannot be replicated.


Overall, "I Get By" delves into the complexities of love, acknowledging its ability to both heal and break hearts. It explores the longing for a lost love, the contradictions within love itself, and the unwavering dedication that love can inspire.


Line by Line Meaning

No one loves like you do
Your love is unmatched and unique


I'm all messed up but I'm over you
Despite feeling emotionally unstable, I have moved on from you


I see your face can lead your mind
Seeing your face triggers deep thoughts and contemplation


I contemplate, scrutinize
I carefully think over and examine everything


Well, I get by
Even though it's challenging, I manage to cope


It's only love, only love can break my heart
Love is the only thing that has the power to shatter my heart


Only love, this thing will tear us all apart
Love can cause division and destruction in relationships


It's in my life, it's in your hands
Love is present in both of our lives, under your control


There's no love lost, sycophant
We have no affection left, you're just a flatterer


Well beam me up, beam me down
Transport me to different emotional states


I'll show you love, I'll show you round
I will demonstrate what genuine love looks like


Cause only love, only love can break my heart
Love is the sole force with the power to shatter my heart


Only love, this thing will tear us all apart
Love has the ability to cause division and destruction in relationships


Never look back, I'm going where you're going to
I am following the same path as you, never turning back


I waited a lifetime for you
I have patiently waited my whole life for your presence


So cut me some slack, I wanna see all of you
Give me some leeway, I desire to experience every aspect of you


I never hold back from the truth
I always speak honestly, never concealing the truth


Unlike you
I am different from you


Unlike you
I don't resemble you in any way


Unlike you
I am unique, unlike anyone else


Unlike you
We have no similarities or commonalities




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Liam Gallagher

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