If You Asked
Long-view Lyrics
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Can't help feeling something's near
Though you've not said much
You said it all
Been four weeks it starts to show
Last in line for you I know
Though you've not said much
But I'd stay for you
I'd go right through
I'd be here close
When you need it most
I'd be around
If you felt down
I'd bring you flowers
Sit and talk for hours
Finish up and dry my face
I'm shining like a new penny
I'll never light your eyes up like they should
But I'd stay for you
I'd help you through
Though your not mine
Already knew
I'd cheer you up
If you felt down
I'd make you smile
I'd be around
I'd stay for you
I'd go right through
I'd be here close
When you need it most
I'd be your type
Whatever you like
I'd bring you flowers
Sit and talk for hours
I'd cheer you up
If you felt down
I'd make you smile
When you came around
The lyrics of “If You Asked” by the band Long-view express a profound sense of devotion towards someone without actually expressing their feelings to them. The song's narrator admits that they were aware of their feelings for the person they are addressing but the person in question has not said much about what they think or feel. This lack of communication makes this situation difficult for the singer as they are unsure of what the other person is thinking, and yet, they feel that there is something between them. The singer promises to be around for the listener and help them whenever they need it. They will bring them flowers, sit and talk to them for hours, and make them smile when they are feeling down, even if it's not romantic love.
The song's title itself, "If You Asked", reflects the thought that the singer is feeling. They are ready to express their love if the person they are addressing would ask, which shows that they don't want to make things uncomfortable or awkward by forcing their feelings onto someone else. Even though they are devoted, they also know their boundaries.
This song is a perfect example of how some people show their love and devotion without actually saying it aloud. The song shows that sometimes we have to take charge and be ready to help our loved ones even if there is nothing romantic between us.
Line by Line Meaning
Hear you talk so loud and clear
I can hear you speaking so confidently and directly
Can't help feeling something's near
I have a sense that something important is happening
Though you've not said much
Although you haven't said many words
You said it all
You've communicated everything I need to know through your demeanor and tone
Been four weeks it starts to show
I can see the effects of a recent change that's been going on for about a month
Last in line for you I know
I'm aware that I'm not the first choice for you
But I'd stay for you
Despite the circumstances, I would stick around for you
I'd go right through
I would do whatever it takes
I'd be here close
I would be physically and emotionally present
When you need it most
Especially during the times when you need support the most
I'd be around
I would be available in your life, even if not always the most important person
If you felt down
If you were ever feeling sad or low
I'd bring you flowers
I would offer you a small gesture of kindness
Sit and talk for hours
I would happily spend extended time in conversation with you
Finish up and dry my face
I've cried but now I'm composed
I'm shining like a new penny
I'm feeling optimistic and renewed
I'll never light your eyes up like they should
I know I'm not the one who will make you truly happy
Though your not mine
Even though we're not romantically involved
Already knew
I've accepted that reality beforehand
I'd cheer you up
I would try to make you feel more positive
I'd be your type
I would do my best to be the kind of person you would appreciate
Whatever you like
I would try to accommodate your tastes and preferences
When you came around
When you happen to be nearby
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: ROBERT DUNCAN MCVEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
SuperRainycat
If you ever loved someone that wasn't interested, listen to this. Amazing song.
Mike Duddy
this album/song, got me through some tough times in my teenage years
tonygall2000
I just bought the CD. This is one of the best songs on the album, and that's something, because it's a great album. They deserve a bigger audience.
Shane
"I'll never light your eyes up like they should".
This line made me weep back in 2004. Cut so close to the bone.
RICHARDTHEBEANS
I have the album and it's amazingly good. Everyone should own it then longview might still be around, but even if they don't release another album we will all still have this one and that makes me happy.
Crosby Timmons
Happened on this song by accident a while ago. Quickly became one if my favorites.
Daniel Fuerez
Muy pocos sabes apreciar este tipo de músicas,para mí es melodía a mis oídos 😌😌
David Michael
First saw this band supporting elbow at Manchester academy... They were awesome... ended up not seeing elbow as I reckond they were better than Elbow !
David Gillespie
Best band.
Matt Gibbs
Class song.