How Could It Be
Naturally 7 Lyrics
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You would turn your back on me
After all the love we've shared.
How can I say? (How should I say)
It seems like love just sailed away
A lonely heart has got me scared.
When will I know?
The thought alone I've always feared
When will you see?
You're mine and that's no mystery
To play this part I'm unprepared.
Dreaming all day, that your in my arms and here to stay (Yes you are)
Shattered without you, these memories of love,
Won't fade away.
Like a scene that poorly written
I'm a pawn inside the game
Though checkmate seems unavoidable
I keep moving just the same
My heart is broken, though I've spoken
These same words a thousand times
My only comfort is in Jesus
Beyond the hurt and silly rhymes
How Could It Be?
How Could It Be?
In "How Could It Be?" by Naturally 7, the singer is expressing his heartbreak and confusion over a failed relationship. The song explores the emotions of someone who has been left by a lover they believed was committed to them. The lyrics express the hurt and fear of being alone, the uncertainty of whether the relationship is truly over, and the deep longing for the love that has been lost. The singer is struggling to come to terms with the fact that the love they shared seems to have just faded away, leaving behind only shattered memories. He dreams of a time when his lover will return to his arms and stays hopeful that he will eventually find comfort and healing.
The song's theme of heartbreak is universal and relatable, as nearly everyone has experienced the pain of losing someone they love. The lyrics are open to interpretation, as everyone's experience with love and loss is unique. The imagery of the poorly written scene and the feeling of being a pawn in the game of love effectively convey the singer's feelings of helplessness and despair. The recurring question of "how could it be?" expresses the singer's disbelief and confusion over the sudden end of the relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You would turn your back on me
You betrayed our love and left me alone.
After all the love we've shared.
Despite all the affection and care we shared between us.
How can I say? (How should I say)
I am at a loss for words, uncertain of what to express.
It seems like love just sailed away
Love vanished suddenly and unexpectedly.
A lonely heart has got me scared.
My broken heart is making me feel isolated and fearful.
When will I know?
I am unsure of when I will have clarity in this situation.
If you will stay or choose to go.
I am uncertain if you will remain with me or leave me forever.
The thought alone I've always feared
The possibility of losing you has always been my greatest fear.
When will you see?
I am waiting for you to understand and acknowledge your love for me.
You're mine and that's no mystery
Our love for each other is evident and undeniable.
To play this part I'm unprepared.
I am not equipped to handle the role of being alone without you.
Dreaming all day, that your in my arms and here to stay (Yes you are)
Persistently fantasizing about holding you tightly in my arms and never letting go.
Shattered without you, these memories of love,
I am devastated and broken without you, and the memories of our love haunt me.
Won't fade away.
Those memories of our love are forever etched in my mind and heart, impossible to forget.
Like a scene that poorly written
It feels like this is a poorly written script with a tragic ending.
I'm a pawn inside the game
I am powerless and helpless like a chess pawn, controlled by fate.
Though checkmate seems unavoidable
Even though it feels like there is no way out of this situation.
I keep moving just the same
I am continuing to try and stay strong despite the challenges.
My heart is broken, though I've spoken
My heart is shattered, even though I have tried to express my feelings.
These same words a thousand times
I have repeated these words of love and devotion a thousand times to you.
My only comfort is in Jesus
My only solace is found in the love and support of Jesus.
Beyond the hurt and silly rhymes
Beyond the pain and meaningless words, there is hope and healing to be found.
How Could It Be? How Could It Be?
How could you leave me and our love behind like it never meant anything at all?
Writer(s): Roger Thomas
Contributed by Eli N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sam Robson
such a good song!!
Evertone Siwela
Little did I know who you were back then, now I have all your albums I got from Bandcamp :) #Iamstoked
Milena Tebiri
i love this song. the best of this album.
Dominika Jaruszowiec
awesome! :)
CarollAJ
AudioFeels made from this song cover =))