Love Letters
Miranda Lambert Lyrics


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Love letters on wet paper
For givers, no takers
An angel who never got wings
You find Jesus and it's too late
He's already closed the front gate
And the sign's flashing no vacancy

You've broken my heart for the last time
You promised the truth, and you told lies
You've really made me believe
That love was supposed to be free

Love letters on wet paper
For givers, no takers
An angel who never got wings
You find Jesus and it's too late
He's already closed the front gate
And the sign's flashing no vacancy

I'll never forget how he used to be
But I'm better off living with memories
I know that it's gonna hurt
But I don't think it gets any worse

But love letters on wet paper
For givers, no takers
An angel who never got wings
You find Jesus and it's too late
He's already closed the front gate




And the sign's flashing no vacancy
Yeah, my heart's flashing no vacancy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Miranda Lambert's song "Love Letters" explores the pain of love that is unrequited and promises that are broken. The mention of love letters on wet paper immediately conjures up the image of someone pouring their heart out, while tears stain the page. However, in this case, there is no one to receive these letters, hence the reference to "no takers." The reference to "an angel who never got wings" is also poignant, as it suggests that the writer of these letters is someone who has hoped for a love that never truly took off or a relationship that never quite reached its full potential.


The lines "You find Jesus and it's too late, He's already closed the front gate" could be a reference to finding faith too late to rectify past mistakes or to fix relationships that have already been damaged beyond repair. This is further emphasized by the final line, "And the sign's flashing no vacancy," implying that there is no room left and there is no chance to go back and make things right. Towards the end of the song, there is a hint that the person singing has decided to move on and let go of the past, even if it hurts.


Line by Line Meaning

Love letters on wet paper
Remnants of a love that is no more, futile attempts at communication without a response


For givers, no takers
A one-sided love affair, where one person gives and the other only takes


An angel who never got wings
Someone who had the potential to be great, but was never given the chance to shine


You find Jesus and it's too late
When one finally realizes the error of their ways, but it's too late to make amends


He's already closed the front gate
The opportunity for redemption is no longer available


And the sign's flashing no vacancy
There is no room for second chances in this situation


You've broken my heart for the last time
This is the final straw, and the relationship cannot continue anymore


You promised the truth, and you told lies
A betrayal of trust, where the other person lied despite promising to be honest


You've really made me believe
The other person manipulated the artist's emotions and made her believe something that wasn't true


That love was supposed to be free
The artist was under the impression that love was unconditional and freely given, but sadly that wasn't the case


I'll never forget how he used to be
Despite the hurt, the singer still remembers the good times they had together


But I'm better off living with memories
The artist realizes that dwelling on the past won't change what has already happened and has decided to move on


I know that it's gonna hurt
Acknowledging the pain of heartbreak


But I don't think it gets any worse
The singer feels like the worst has already happened and can only go up from here


Yeah, my heart's flashing no vacancy
The singer is not ready to open up to anyone new just yet




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MIRANDA LAMBERT

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Earth

This song, Desperation, and More Like Her should've been the 3 singles. They utilize her talents the most. Definitely would've been hits.

JUAN JOSE CONTRERAS FARIAS

I discovered Mirandas Music and spunk in a trip to Juárez and El Paso and feel in love with her voice, talent, wit, and of course her beauty, she´s the real deal and OMG the SONGS. LOVE FROM CUERNAVACA MEXICO

caibutterfly1689

im not christian but i still love this song, bc it sounds so beautiful!

JUAN JOSE CONTRERAS FARIAS

My God love this song even if the sign is flashing NO VACANCY for me. Love sucks at times, but still its worth the ride, so hold on. Love from Mexico

Jordan Mann

I'm a Christian & this song ROCKS!

Shianna Marie Stent

That's good that you're a Christian. So am I I listen to Christian music a lot in this sounds like a Christian song

jerry hutchinson

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Brenda Corliss

Love it

jerry hutchinson

THIS MELODY sticks IN MY HEAD/MIND.

Sophia Honaker

I'm Christian and this song is soooo good!! FIND JESUS, GET SAVED

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