Next To You
Mac Ayres feat. Chris Anderson Lyrics


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And I gotta say what's on my mind
I wanna love you all the time, time
Just wanna know what I could do
Just to be standing up right next to you, to you
And I gotta say what's on my mind (say what's on my mind)
I wanna love you all the time, time
Just wanna know what I could do (know what I could do)
Just to be standing up right next to you, to you
And I gotta say what's on my mind (on my mind)
I wanna love you all the time, time
Just wanna know what I could do (know what I could do)




Just to be standing up right next to you, to you
And I gotta say what's on my mind (say what's on my mind)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mac Ayres' "Next to You" feat. Chris Anderson are filled with a simple but honest expression of love and desire. It's a straightforward message that reflects the simplicity of love at its best - all I want is to be next to you, and love you all the time. The song starts with Mac expressing that he needs to speak his heart and the first thing that comes to his mind is loving the person he wants to be with, wanting to be with them all the time. He is eager to know what he could do to be standing up right next to the person.


Throughout the song, there's a sense of unrequited love as he keeps repeating that he just wants to be standing up right next to them as he sings, "Just wanna know what I could do, just to be standing up right next to you, to you". This repetition is an indication of his willingness to do anything to get closer, to be near, and to be loved. It's a candid declaration, and the earnestness in Mac's voice makes the song even more touching.


Overall, "Next to You" is a slow, romantic song that captures the simple beauty of being in love. Mac's crooning voice and Chris's backing vocals add a sense of yearning and depth to the song. The lyrics capture the essence of wanting to be close to someone and the desire to express that love. It's a beautiful song that effectively communicates the message that sometimes the most profound feelings can be expressed by merely being next to the person you love.


Line by Line Meaning

And I gotta say what's on my mind
I am compelled to speak my truth


I wanna love you all the time, time
I desire to love you unconditionally and forever


Just wanna know what I could do
I am seeking clarity on how to improve and strengthen our relationship


Just to be standing up right next to you, to you
Being physically close to you is a simple, powerful joy


And I gotta say what's on my mind (say what's on my mind)
Once again, I feel the need to express my honest thoughts


Just wanna know what I could do (know what I could do)
I am eager to understand how I can make you happy and fulfilled


I wanna love you all the time, time
My love for you is unwavering and constant


And I gotta say what's on my mind (on my mind)
My thoughts and feelings about you are at the forefront of my consciousness


Just to be standing up right next to you, to you
I find immense happiness in simply being by your side




Writer(s): Jack Dine, Mac Ayres

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