Written and produced by Walter Afanasieff & Mariah Carey.
Music Box
Mariah Carey Lyrics
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When I am lost
You shine a light for me and set me free
When I am low
You wash away my tears and take me through
The loneliness and emptiness
Through the darkest night
Through it all
When you tell me I'm the only one you need
Sweet and tenderly
And your love
Breaks away the clouds surrounding me
All I have I wanna give to thee, oh baby
Mm-mm-mm, mm-mm-mm
If I should fall
Your love is strong enough to lift me up
If I'm afraid, oh baby
You chase away my fears and take me to
A brighter place beyond the rain
And I'll feel alright
'Cause you're by my side
Through it all
And you tell me I'm the only one you need
Sweet and tenderly
And your love
Breaks away the clouds surrounding me
All I have I want to give to thee
Mm-mm-mm, da-da-da-da
Ah, ah
Mm, you take me through
The loneliness and emptiness
And I feel alright
'Cause you're by my side
Through it all
You tell me I'm the only one you need
So sweet and tenderly
And your love
Just breaks away the clouds surrounding me
And baby, all I have I want to give to thee
Wanna give you all of my love (oh)
Now and forever my love (my love)
All I have I want to give to thee
Mm-mm-mm, mm-mm-mm, mm-mm-mm
The song "Music Box" by Mariah Carey details a love that is able to cure wounds, heal brokenness, and chase away fears. The singer of the song describes the support she gets from her lover, who acts as a light that guides her through the darkness. Through the low moments that are filled with tears and emptiness, the singer's lover remains by her side and keeps the clouds away, creating a brighter atmosphere for her. He is a shoulder to lean on, providing solace and strength for her to overcome whatever stands in her way. Additionally, when the singer is down, her lover is strong enough to lift her up and help her stand on her own feet.
The lyrics describe a feeling of being lost or low, and how a loving partner can help guide one out of that darkness. The singer is not afraid to fall, as she knows that her lover is strong and can lift her up. The song is a testament to the importance of having someone by your side, someone who can provide comfort, solace, and assurance that everything will be all right, even in the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
When I am lost
Whenever I am feeling lost and uncertain, you shine a light on my path and guide me to find my way.
You shine a light for me and set me free
Your presence in my life enables me to feel free and unburdened. You light up my life with your positivity and give me a sense of direction.
When I am low
When I am feeling down and devoid of hope, your love and support are what help me to bounce back and gain a sense of purpose.
You wash away my tears and take me through
You are my rock and my support system. Whenever I am going through a rough patch, you wipe away my tears and take me through those difficult times.
The loneliness and emptiness, through the darkest night
You are a constant presence in my life, even during the darkest and loneliest nights. You keep me company and help me find solace amidst the chaos.
Somehow I survive through it all
With your unconditional love and support, I am able to overcome any obstacle and emerge stronger for it. Your presence in my life is what keeps me going.
When you tell me I'm the only one you need
Whenever you express your love and devotion to me, it fills me with warmth and joy. Knowing that I am the only one you need is a source of comfort and security for me.
Sweet and tenderly, and your love
Your love is gentle and tender, filled with a sweetness that uplifts me and makes me feel cherished.
Breaks away the clouds surrounding me
With your love, you dispel the negative thoughts and emotions that surround me, and bring a sense of clarity and positivity into my life.
All I have I wanna give to thee, oh baby
My love for you is boundless and infinite. I want to give you everything that I have, and experience a lifetime of happiness with you.
Your love is strong enough to lift me up
Your love has the power to lift me up and help me overcome any adversity. It is a source of strength and hope in my life.
If I'm afraid, oh baby
Even when I am feeling scared or uncertain, your love and support are what make me feel safe and secure.
You chase away my fears and take me to a brighter place beyond the rain
With your care and affection, you help me overcome my fears and anxieties, and take me to a happier, more joyful place in life.
And I'll feel alright 'cause you're by my side through it all
No matter what life throws my way, I know that I'll be able to get through it as long as you are by my side. Your unwavering support gives me the strength to keep going.
Wanna give you all of my love (oh)
I want to share all the love that I have in my heart with you. You are the one who fills my life with joy and happiness, and I want to give back to you in every way possible.
Now and forever my love (my love)
My love for you will never fade or diminish. It will remain strong and steadfast, now and forever.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Walter Afanasieff, Mariah Carey
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@edith-jeannally5929
"Music Box"
When I am lost
You shine a light for me
And set me free
When I am low
You wash away my tears
And take me through
The loneliness
And emptiness
Through the darkest night
Somehow I survive
Through it all
[Chorus:]
When you tell me I'm the only one you need
Sweet and tenderly
And your love
Breaks away the clouds surrounding me
All I have I want to give to thee
If I should fall
Your love is strong enough to lift me up
If I'm afraid
You chase away my fears
And take me to
A brighter place
Beyond the rain
And I feel alright
'Cause your by my side
Through it all
[Chorus]
You take me through
The loneliness and emptiness
And I feel alright
'Cause your by my side
Through it all
You tell me I'm the only one you need
Sweet and tenderly
And your love
Just breaks away the clouds surround me
And baby all I have I want to give to thee
Want to give you all of my love
Now and forever my love
All I have I want to give to thee
@southernbellekari
The most UNDERRATED MC song !!!!!!!!! No crazy range rifts, just mellow, heartfelt, angelic notes & lyrics that touch me so deep.
@nadiayau3906
How beautiful
@brandibaldwin6649
Sounds weird, but my brother joined the army many years ago. I drove 2 hours to see him off, this song was playing when we were pulling up. And I just remember crying so hard. He had always been there for me, I knew going there I wasn't going to see him for a long time. I guess maybe it was the musical aspect the melody. I saw him 3 months later and then I didn't see him again for probably 4 years. This song just hits me in the feels
@jennyfromtheblockjones
It's pretty much a hymn! Touches the soul!🙏🩷
@user-jc9co5jj4v
I concur
@crazin83
When I was a kid, I listened to this song on repeat
@SammieSunshineC
I don’t know what Mariah had in her heart when she wrote this, but this song always puts a little Jesus in my heart. Jesus pulls me out of my loneliness and puts me in a better place. Praise Him!
@w4ka997
Anytime you need a friend is a song that’ll radiate that spiritual energy as well
@MC-yy6qp
I’ve always felt the same way about this song except I would change the line, “you tell me I’m the only you need,” I would change to “You tell me You’re the only One I need.” I love this song.
@justintatham8358
I never thought about it like that. She always puts on spiritual/ inspirational song on her albums.