Launching their debut album in 2012 on Copenhagen Records, Lukas Graham quickly became a popular live act in Denmark. That success translated to the rest of Europe and caught the attention of Warner Bros. Records who co-signed them in 2013. The band’s music was first introduced worldwide with the release of their two singles "Mama Said" and "7 Years", the latter of which topped various international charts. Their second album was released internationally on April 1.
Wish You Were Here
Lukas Graham Lyrics
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Yeah I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
I, wish you were here
Yeah, I've had my share of friends, they come and go
Seems they don't make 'em like they made you anymore
All these places, all these faces, still alone
'Cause I'm out here without you (yeah I'm out, yeah I'm out here without)
Doing all of the things that we said we'd do
And life don't have a redo
No one else in the world could ever be you
All I'm saying is
I wish you were here
Yeah I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
Oh I, wish you were here
Oh I, I wish you were here
Yeah I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
Oh I, wish you were here
It could be the way it was
The way it was way back when
Way before crazy began
I got you right here with me
Here in my memories
I know I'm gonna see you again (I'm gonna see you again)
'Cause I'm out here without you (yeah, I'm out, yeah I'm out here without)
Doing all of the things that we said we'd do
And life don't have a redo
No one else in the world could ever be you
All I'm saying is, I
I wish you were here
Yeah I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
Oh I, wish you were here
Oh I, I wish you were here
Yeah I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years (after all these years)
Oh I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
I wish you were here
The lyrics to Lukas Graham's song "Wish You Were Here" convey a sense of longing and nostalgia for someone who is no longer present. The singer expresses a deep desire for the person to be with them, emphasizing this wish repeatedly. The lyrics suggest that despite the passage of time and the changing nature of friendships, this particular person holds a special place in the singer's heart.
The verses touch on the transitory nature of friendships, as the singer acknowledges that friends come and go, but none of them compare to the person they are missing. The chorus repeats the phrase "I wish you were here" as a refrain, underscoring the emotional intensity of the sentiment. The lyrics also hint at the singer's current situation, being away from this person and doing things they had planned to do together. The absence of the person is felt deeply, and the singer yearns for their presence.
The song's bridge reflects on memories and the way things used to be, suggesting that the person is present in the singer's thoughts and holds a significant place in their memories. The mention of crazy times hints at a shared history of both joy and hardship. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, solidifying the longing for the person to be there in the present moment.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish you were here
I deeply long for your presence and wish that you were with me
Yeah I, wish you were here
Yes, indeed, I wish you were here alongside me
After all this time and all these years
Despite the passing of a significant amount of time throughout the years
I, wish you were here
I sincerely desire your companionship, and it remains my heartfelt wish
Yeah, I've had my share of friends, they come and go
In my life, I have encountered various individuals whom I considered friends, but they have entered and exited my life
Seems they don't make 'em like they made you anymore
It appears that people with your exceptional qualities are no longer created or found nowadays
All these places, all these faces, still alone
Despite being surrounded by numerous locations and people, I still feel solitary and lonely
It only helps to grow, tell you 'bout it when I'm home
These experiences of isolation and longing only contribute to my personal growth, and I intend to recount them to you when we reunite at home
'Cause I'm out here without you (yeah I'm out, yeah I'm out here without)
Because I am currently separated from you and existing independently, my longing for your presence intensifies (yes, I am indeed out here without you)
Doing all of the things that we said we'd do
Engaging in all the activities and fulfilling the plans we had discussed and promised to carry out together
And life don't have a redo
Life does not provide second chances or opportunities for do-overs
No one else in the world could ever be you
There is nobody else in existence who could ever compare to or replace you
All I'm saying is
Essentially, I am expressing the simple truth
It could be the way it was
It is conceivable for things to revert back to how they used to be
The way it was way back when
Just like it was in the distant past, in those bygone times
Way before crazy began
Prior to the commencement of chaos or madness
I got you right here with me
I still hold your memory close to me, carrying it within my heart
Here in my memories
Within the realm of my recollections and reminiscences
I know I'm gonna see you again (I'm gonna see you again)
I possess the comforting knowledge that I will have the opportunity to lay my eyes upon you once more (I will indeed see you again)
'Cause I'm out here without you (yeah, I'm out, yeah I'm out here without)
Because I am currently separated from you and existing independently, my longing for your presence intensifies (yes, I am indeed out here without you)
Doing all of the things that we said we'd do
Engaging in all the activities and fulfilling the plans we had discussed and promised to carry out together
And life don't have a redo
Life does not provide second chances or opportunities for do-overs
No one else in the world could ever be you
There is nobody else in existence who could ever compare to or replace you
All I'm saying is, I
To summarize my sentiments, all I am expressing is
I wish you were here
I deeply long for your presence and wish that you were with me
Yeah I, wish you were here
Yes, indeed, I wish you were here alongside me
After all this time and all these years
Despite the passing of a significant amount of time throughout the years
Oh I, wish you were here
Oh, how I sincerely desire your companionship, and it remains my heartfelt wish
Oh I, I wish you were here
Oh, how I yearn for your presence and wish that you were here with me
Yeah I, wish you were here
Yes, indeed, I deeply long for your presence and wish that you were with me
After all this time and all these years (after all these years)
Despite the passing of an extensive period of time and the accumulation of numerous years
Oh I, wish you were here
Oh, how I sincerely desire your companionship, and it remains my heartfelt wish
After all this time and all these years
Despite the passing of a significant amount of time throughout the years
I wish you were here
I deeply long for your presence and wish that you were with me
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gregory Aldae Hein, Khalid Donnel Robinson, Richard Andrew Deroberts, Ryan B. Tedder, Lukas Forchhammer
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@theharshtruthoutthere
@@heyhadassah To every soul OUT THERE:
All prayers from Righteous SOULS aka Born again Christians, have power. Sinners prayers GOD hears not. Unless we REPENT and born again and LIVE HOLY, GOD hears none of our prayers. Prayers have power, but these must come from Changed hearts.
Proverbs 15:29 The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
Psalms 119:155 “Salvation is far from the wicked: for they seek not thy statutes.”
(Many souls(unsaved souls), believe falsely and pray in vain).
Mankind is filled with UNSAVED SOULS (WICKED SINNERS).
That`s why there`s a calling to REPENTANCE and to BORN AGAIN:
Luke 5:32
I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
John 3:7
Marvel not that I said unto thee, Ye must be born again.
Luke 13:3
I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.
@sanjoamigo2921
LYRICS to this Masterpiece;
I wish you were here
Yeah, I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
I, I, wish you were here
Yeah, I've had my share of friends that come and go (that come and go)
Seems they don't make 'em like they made you anymore (anymore)
All these places, all these faces, still alone
It only helps to grow, tell you 'bout it when I'm home
'Cause I'm out here without you (yeah, I'm out here, I'm out here without you)
Doing all of the things that we said we'd do
And life don't have a re-do
No one else in the world could ever be you
All I'm saying is
I wish you were here
Yeah, I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
Oh, I, wish you were here
Oh-oh, I-I
I wish you were here
Yeah, I, wish you were here (oh, yeah, oh, yeah)
After all this time and all these years (these years)
Oh, I, wish you were here
It could be the way it was
The way it was way back when
Way before crazy began
I got you right here with me (with me)
Here in my memories
I know I'm gonna see you again
(I'm gonna see you again)
'Cause I'm out here without you (yeah, I'm out here, I'm out here without you)
Doing all of the things that we said we'd do
And life don't have a re-do
No one else in the world could ever be you
All I'm saying is
I wish you were here
Yeah, I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years (these years)
Oh, I, wish you were here
Oh-oh, I-I
I wish you were here
Yeah, I, wish you were here (hey-hey, hey)
After all this time and all these years (after all these years)
Oh, I, wish you were here
After all this time and all these years
Oh, I, wish you were here
@insightsonlife9254
I'm dedicating this tonight to two friends, one who lost a Mum and another that lost the Dad.
I'm wishing them peace 🕊️
@erosgaming7642
I'm leaving this comment here so after a month or a year when someone likes it, I get reminded of this amazing song.
@cliodrama2680
Hi..It's been a month. Hope you're doing well🔥
@maksudurrahman6419
Absolutely
@yallahhabibi6757
Just download it or save it mate 🤣🤣🤦♂️
@maksudurrahman6419
@@yallahhabibi6757 correct
@EmmaCanCook
@@yallahhabibi6757 lmao
@agm0mmy
The lyrics “I got you right here with me, here in my memories” get me EVERY time. I feel those words SO deeply! Thank you, Lukas!
@fhulunari
I was here 8days later, but I know my son(s) and daughter(s) are gonna see this comment. Fhulufhelo Nari II (My son), Zwivhuya Nari II (My daughter) and appreciate this Lukas Graham's music as I did. Daddy loves you and this is the music I listen(d) to, there is healing and peace.
#nari
@moistephen
This the kind of music i wanna tell everyone i know to listen to. Masterpiece