Let Go
Matt Cab Lyrics


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Oh yeah, yeah
Oooh yeah, yeah, yeah
Let go, let go,
I know I gotta let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, I know I gotta be strong
Better believe it baby
Let go
No matter what I do I still I cant forget
And I cant shut away the thoughts inside my head
Though I cant go any deeper its staring me up inside
What Im feeling I cant hide I just gotta let you know
Its the name, this flame inside
Spinning in time
I gained my all did you
I want the... just one more time
Though Im drawing in the love that I will never know
I still dont wanna wake up from this dream
I cant let go, Im selfish
But I dont care I still want you right here
Your one condition in life
Let go, let go,
I know I gotta let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, I know I gotta be strong
Better believe it baby
Let go
So softly so quietly, time passes by in front of me
My body is breaking apart girl
So tell me what
Babe this pain is breaking me apart, is building up inside
My heart, why I need your love
All to myself
Dont say the word I dont care I need you right here
Your condition on love
Oh, oh
Tell me how to be free
Oh baby, oh baby, oh baby, yeah, yeah
Let my heart be free, just let it free
So tell me one last time
Though Im drawing in the love that I will never know
I still dont wanna wake up from this dream
I cant let go, Im selfish
But I dont care I still want you right here
Your one condition in life
Let go, let go,
I know I gotta let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, I know I gotta be strong
You gotta know where youre going




Better believe it baby
Let go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Matt Cab's song Let Go express the struggle of trying to move on from a past relationship, when the memories and feelings associated with that relationship continue to haunt the singer. The repetition of "Let go" throughout the chorus represents the effort and desire to move on, and also serves as a reminder to the singer to be strong and believe in themselves. The lyrics "Though Im drawing in the love that I will never know, I still don't want to wake up from this dream" convey a sense of longing and the desire to hold onto the good memories, even if they can never be re-lived.


The line "Your one condition in life" suggests that the singer was perhaps so wrapped up in this relationship that it became their sole focus and source of happiness, and they are struggling to let go of that dependence. The repeated use of "oh baby" and "yeah, yeah" adds an emotional depth to the song and emphasizes the rawness of the singer's feelings. The line "So tell me how to be free" represents the desire for guidance and the struggle to find a way to let go and move on.


Overall, the lyrics to Let Go are a vulnerable and heartfelt representation of the struggle to move forward from a past relationship, and the struggle to come to terms with one's own emotions.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh yeah, yeah
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm about the upcoming message.


Oooh yeah, yeah, yeah
Further emphasizing the previous line and setting the tone for the song.


Let go, let go, I know I gotta let go
Reminding himself that he needs to move on from a past relationship.


Let go, let go, let go
Repeating the phrase to solidify its importance and emphasize its significance.


Let go, let go, I know I gotta be strong
Acknowledging that it takes strength to let go of something he holds onto so tightly.


Better believe it baby
Encouraging himself to believe that he can overcome his emotions and move forward.


No matter what I do I still I cant forget
Admitting that he's struggling to forget about his past relationship.


And I cant shut away the thoughts inside my head
Acknowledging that it's hard to stop thinking about his ex and what could have been done differently.


Though I cant go any deeper its staring me up inside
Feeling overwhelmed by his emotions and wanting to express them but not knowing how.


What Im feeling I cant hide I just gotta let you know
Realizing that he needs to express his emotions to move on and get closure.


Its the name, this flame inside
Referencing the passion he once had for his ex and how it still burns within him.


Spinning in time
Suggesting that the memories and feelings he has are ever-present, almost like a constant loop.


I gained my all did you
Questioning whether or not his ex gave as much to the relationship as he did.


I want the... just one more time
Desperately longing for one more chance to be with his ex and make things right.


Though Im drawing in the love that I will never know
Admitting that he's holding onto something that can never be realized or fulfilled.


I still dont wanna wake up from this dream
Preferring to live in the fantasy of what could have been, rather than confront reality.


I cant let go, Im selfish
Acknowledging that he's struggling to move on because he's being selfish with his emotions.


But I dont care I still want you right here
Putting his own desires above what's best for both him and his ex.


Your one condition in life
Possibly referring to the fact that his ex was the only person he needed to be happy.


So softly so quietly, time passes by in front of me
Reflecting on the way time has passed without him achieving closure and how it makes him feel helpless.


My body is breaking apart girl
Exaggerating the emotional turmoil he feels in his body.


So tell me what
Inviting his ex to communicate with him and provide closure.


Babe this pain is breaking me apart, is building up inside
Expressing the emotional pain he's feeling and how it's consuming him.


My heart, why I need your love
Questioning why he still desires his ex's love and affection.


All to myself
Possessive or selfish behavior and desire, wanting his ex all to himself.


Dont say the word I dont care I need you right here
Preferring his ex's presence, even if it's temporarily delaying the pain of the inevitable end of their relationship.


Your condition on love
Potentially referencing the conditions that his ex set for their love to continue and questioning if he fulfilled them.


Tell me how to be free
Asking for guidance on how to let go of his past relationship and move forward.


Oh baby, oh baby, oh baby, yeah, yeah
Emphasizing his desire for closure and a resolution to his emotional turmoil.


Let my heart be free, just let it free
Wanting to let go of his past relationship so he can be emotionally free and move forward.


So tell me one last time
Asking for one last chance to express his emotions before letting go.


You gotta know where youre going
Reminding himself that it's important to have a clear direction and purpose in life, even when facing emotional turmoil.


Better believe it baby
Encouraging himself to have faith in his ability to move on and find happiness again.


Let go, let go, I know I gotta let go
Reiterating the importance of letting go of his past relationship and moving forward.


Let go, let go, let go
Finalizing the message of the song and emphasizing the need to let go.


Let go, let go, I know I gotta be strong
Emphasizing the need for strength and resilience in moving past heartbreak.




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LYRICS:

Oh yeah, yeah
Ooh yeah, yeah, yeah
Let go, let go,
I know I gotta let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, I know I gotta be strong

No matter what I do I still I can’t forget
I can’t shut away the thoughts inside my head
Though I know I can’t go any deeper, it’s tearing me up inside
What I’m feeling I can’t hide, I just got to let you know
I’m burning, I’m open wide
Spinning in time
I gave my all, I need you
I want your heart girl, just one more time

Though I’m drowning in the love that I will never know
I still don’t wanna wake up from this dream
I can’t let go, I’m selfish
But I don’t care I still want you right here
Your unconditional in love

Let go, let go,
I know I gotta let go
Let go, let go, let go
Let go, let go, I know I gotta be strong

So softly, so quietly, time passes by in front of me
My body is breaking apart girl
So tell me why
Though this pain is breaking me apart, is building up inside
My heart, oh why I need your love
All to myself
Don’t say the word I don’t care I still want you right here
Your unconditional in love
Tell me how to be free
Oh baby, oh baby
Will my heart be free, so tell me one last time

Though I’m drowning in the love that I will never know
I still don’t wanna wake up from this dream
I can’t let go, I’m selfish
But I don’t care I still want you right here
Your unconditional in love



All comments from YouTube:

@chibi-and-rocky

素晴らしい!
サビで1オクターブ下げても自然だし。
boyをgirlに言い換えてるのもいいね。
jpop好きになってくれてありがとう!!

@ISaWHAT89

Awesome cover ! This is one my all time favorites from m-flo. Always brings back pleasant memories.

@710kiko3

なんて透き通る歌声!応援しています!!!!!

@christinegall4607

The song, and your voice is so nice! Keep up the good work!

@chrislaucn

I heard the original first but this version is absolutely stunning! bro keep it up!

@Miho-qh3tn

It's very awesome.I love your voice!!! <3

@chambertlo

Oh, I got his debut album and I have been listening to it since it was released. He is a very talented man.

@nostyx

Great cover! you got great vocals man... I'm biased towards Yoshika's voice though, cause it's the one I have heard singing this song time and time again over the years. Nonetheless, I give this cover a thumbs up!

@emilycliou

i am pretty sure i just gave you 1,000 hits. i have this song on repeat. i think i will purchase on iTunes. thanks for making such beautiful music. thumbs up for m-flo loves matt cab!

@iBeFloe

The more I watch your videos, the more I fall in love with you & your voice <3

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