Following the band's hiatus in 2016, Horan signed a recording deal as a solo artist with Capitol Records and has since released three albums: Flicker (2017), Heartbreak Weather (2020) and The Show (2023) Flicker debuted at number one in Ireland and the US, and reached the top three in Australia and the UK. The album's first two singles, " This Town " and "Slow Hands", reached the top twenty in several countries. Heartbreak Weather was released in March 2020, and debuted at number one in the UK, Ireland and Mexico, and at number four in the US.
Horan's music style has been categorized as soft rock, pop, and pop rock, while also having elements of country and folk. His tenor voice has been described as "sweet, high, [and] slightly grainy." Horan grew up listening to rock bands like the Eagles and Fleetwood Mac, and crooners including Rat Pack members Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra. He is also inspired by singer-songwriters such as Damien Rice, Taylor Swift, and Bruce Springsteen.
Too Much To Ask
Niall Horan Lyrics
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Only yesterday we were on the run
You smile back at me and your face lit up the sun
Now I'm waiting here for someone
And oh, love, do you feel this rough?
Why's it only you I'm thinkin' of?
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
And tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest, I ain't over you yet
That's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
Is it too much to ask?
Someone's moving outside
The lights come on down the drive
I forget you're not here when I close my eyes
Do you still think of me sometimes?
And oh, love, watch the sun comin' up
Don't it feel fucked up we're not in love?
My shadow's dancing
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
And tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest, I ain't over you yet
That's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
My shadow's dancing
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
And tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest, I ain't over you yet
My shadow's dancing
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
And tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest, I ain't over you yet
That's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
That's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
That's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
Niall Horan's song "Too Much To Ask" is a ballad about heartbreak and the lingering feelings that accompany it. The song begins with the lyrics "Waiting here for someone, Only yesterday we were on the run" which may indicate that a relationship ended suddenly, leaving the singer feeling lost and alone. They reminisce about the times they spent together and how their partner's smile would "light up the sun". They express the desire to know if their former partner is thinking about them, asking "Do you still think of me sometimes?"
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "My shadow's dancing without you for the first time" which could refer to the idea that the singer is finally moving on and finding themselves again without their former partner. However, they also admit that they are not completely over the relationship and ask their former partner if there are things they regret. The song ends with the repeated refrain "Is it too much to ask?" as if the singer is seeking closure and understanding from their former partner.
Overall, "Too Much To Ask" is a poignant look at the aftermath of a relationship and the complicated emotions that come with heartbreak. The song captures the hope, sadness, and uncertainty that often accompany the end of a romantic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Waiting here for someone
I am waiting for someone to come and fill the emptiness you left behind.
Only yesterday we were on the run
It feels like only yesterday, we were running away from our problems and uncertainties.
You smile back at me and your face lit up the sun
The happiness you brought to my life was immeasurable and your smiles could brighten up even the darkest days.
Now I'm waiting here for someone
Now that you're gone, I am waiting for someone to come and offer me a love that's just as strong.
And oh, love, do you feel this rough?
Oh, my love, do you also feel the pain like I do?
Why's it only you I'm thinking of
Even though I try to move on, my mind always goes back to you and the memories we shared.
My shadow's dancing
My soul is yearning for your presence once again, it feels like I'm dancing with my own shadow without you.
Without you for the first time
It's the first time I'm facing life without you, and it's just not the same.
My heart is hoping
Despite all the pain, my heart still holds onto the hope that you'll come back to me.
You'll walk right in tonight
I am praying for the moment when you'll walk back into my life again.
Tell me there are things that you regret
If you have any regrets or unspoken feelings, please share them with me so I can have closure and move on.
'Cause if I'm being honest I ain't over you yet
Honestly, I'm not over you yet, and I don't know how to be until I have some resolution.
That's all I'm asking
All I am asking for is some clarity and closure, so I can move on.
Is it too much to ask?
Is it too much to ask for some honesty and communication so I can heal and move forward?
Someone's moving outside
I hear someone outside, and I hope it's you.
The lights come on down the drive
The lights from the car are casting shadows down the driveway, and my heart races at the thought of it being you.
I forget you're not here when I close my eyes
When I close my eyes, I am transported back to the times when you were here with me, and it feels like you never left.
Do you still think of me sometimes?
I wonder if you think of me as often as I think of you.
And oh, love, watch the sun coming up
My love, look at the sunrise and realize how much time has passed since we were happy together.
Don't it feel fucked up we're not in love
Isn't it insane to think that we're not in love anymore and life has moved on without us?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jamie Scott, Niall James Horan
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That moment when you realize that this song is really a love letter to yourself, and it’s about loving life.
We often break our own hearts and spend our whole lives running from the past.
Learning to forgive and love ourselves is never too much to ask.
Thanks Nial for your divine inspiration and wise words.
Great song too.
@sanvi_1d686
niall : we'll be alright ( still )
louis : it's gonna be alright( we made it )
harry : we'll be alright( fine line )
liam : But maybe it's alright ( alright now )
zayn : It's alright ( to begin again )
one d is connected even tough it's separated
@sialak
Lyrics
Waiting here for someone
Only yesterday we were on the run
You smile back at me and your face lit up the sun
Now I'm waiting here for someone
And oh, love, do you feel this rough?
Why's it only you I'm thinking of?
My shadow's dancing
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
Tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest I ain't over you yet
It's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
Is it too much to ask?
Someone's moving outside
The lights come on and down the drive
I forget you're not here when I close my eyes
Do you still think of me sometimes?
And oh, love, watch the sun coming up
Don't it feel fucked up we're not in love?
My shadow's dancing
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
Tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest I ain't over you yet
It's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
My shadow's dancing
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
Tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest I ain't over you yet
My shadow's dancing
Without you for the first time
My heart is hoping
You'll walk right in tonight
Tell me there are things that you regret
'Cause if I'm being honest I ain't over you yet
It's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
It's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
It's all I'm asking
Is it too much to ask?
@sbolger
I agree with Harry no one should ever be allowed to make niall sad it just hurts too much
@Diana-if9lu
I agree. But when did harry say that?
@katelynreiff9684
@@Diana-if9lu when they were in one direction together, I hope they get back together but they are doing good with their solo careers
@mairawaheed3628
Katelyn Reiff I want them to get back together just for a little bit.. maybe a song or a documentary but then they should go on with their solo careers
@B34r674
Maira Waheed I agree I love how they are growing and creating there own tripe of music and it’s making me happy that niall actually gets to sing you know ?
@thejaswinib3708
@@mairawaheed3628 What about both like they will be a band and make songs together and seperately tooo????? But it will take longer
@wakwak4312
Why is niall as a solo SOOOOO UNDERRATED
@medhyarao
Underrated ? A lil bit maybe but his Spotify streams are amazing, He even got a chance to perform at albert hall
@miguelgonzalez335
Louis is hella underrated too, I feel like people don't give him enough credit..he has some amazing songs.
@medhyarao
@@miguelgonzalez335 some ? All of his songs are amazing, it's okay.. masterpiece takes time to get famous :)