All I Ever Wanted
New Riders Of The Purple Sage Lyrics
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AND YOU KEEP PLAYING GAMES ON ME
AND YOU KEEP PLAYING ALL YOUR TRICKS ON ME
AND ALL I EVER WANTED, ALL I EVER WANTED
ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVING
IS THAT TOO MUCH TO ASK?
YOU KEEP BRINGING YOUR FRIENDS TO ME
AND YOU KEEP BRINGING ALL YOUR WORLD TO ME
AND ALL I EVER WANTED, ALL I EVER WANTED
ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVING
IS THAT TOO MUCH TO ASK?
OH, OH, OH, ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVING
AND ALL I EVER WANTED WAS TO LOVE YOU TOO,
TO LOVE YOU TOO
YOU KEEP LAYING NAMES ON ME
AND YOU KEEP PLAYING GAMES ON ME
AND YOU KEEP PLAYING ALL YOUR TRICKS ON ME
AND ALL I EVER WANTED, ALL I EVER WANTED
ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVING
OH IS THAT TOO MUCH TO ASK?
TO LOVE YOU,
TO LOVE YOU,
YEAH TO LOVE YOU,
OH DON'T YOU KNOW THAT ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVIN'
The lyrics of "All I Ever Wanted" by New Riders Of The Purple Sage portrays a sense of desperation and frustration from the singer towards their lover. The singer feels as though their lover is playing games with them, constantly bringing new people into their lives, and making it difficult for the singer to feel secure in the relationship. Throughout the song, the singer reiterates their desire for their lover's love, which they feel hasn't been reciprocated.
The repetition of phrases such as "all I ever wanted" and "is that too much to ask?" highlights the singer's longing for love and their frustration at not receiving it. The use of the phrase "laying names on me" suggests that the singer's lover isn't just playing games but may also be insulting or belittling them. When the singer pleads, "oh, all I ever wanted was your lovin'," they are desperate for their lover's affection and are willing to overlook their flaws.
Overall, "All I Ever Wanted" is a heart-wrenching plea for love and attention. The singer is tired of the games and the tricks and just wants to feel loved.
Line by Line Meaning
YOU KEEP LAYING NAMES ON ME
You keep attaching labels and titles to me that do not truly represent who I am.
AND YOU KEEP PLAYING GAMES ON ME
You keep manipulating situations to your advantage in order to deceive me and others.
AND YOU KEEP PLAYING ALL YOUR TRICKS ON ME
You keep using deceitful and cunning techniques to achieve your own personal gain with little regard for others.
AND ALL I EVER WANTED, ALL I EVER WANTED
Despite your behavior towards me, all I have ever desired throughout our relationship is:
ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVING
To receive a genuine and sincere love from you that is not based on any ulterior motives.
IS THAT TOO MUCH TO ASK?
I do not believe that my simple desire for an honest and caring love is too unreasonable or unfounded.
YOU KEEP BRINGING YOUR FRIENDS TO ME
You keep introducing me to your acquaintances and companions, regardless of my feelings towards them.
AND YOU KEEP BRINGING YOUR MEN TO ME
You keep bringing other men into my life, which causes me to question the sincerity of your love towards me.
AND YOU KEEP BRINGING ALL YOUR WORLD TO ME
You keep exposing me to your entire life, including your thoughts, feelings, and problems, which can feel overwhelming and intrusive.
OH, OH, OH, ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVING
Oh, how simple and pure my desires have always been: just to experience a genuine and unselfish love from you.
AND ALL I EVER WANTED WAS TO LOVE YOU TOO
In return for your love, all I have ever wanted was to have the opportunity to return that love and to care for you.
TO LOVE YOU,
TO LOVE YOU,
YEAH TO LOVE YOU,
I desire to love you wholeheartedly, through all of your flaws and imperfections.
OH DON'T YOU KNOW THAT ALL I EVER WANTED WAS YOUR LOVIN'
All of my actions and decisions have been rooted in my desire for your genuine and unselfish love.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HARLEY ALLEN, TOMMY SUTTON
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