I'd Die Without You
P.M.Dawn Lyrics
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I tend to dream you when I'm not sleeping
Is it my turn to fictionalize my world?
Or even imagine your emotions, tell myself anything
Is it my turn to hold you by your hands?
Tell you I love you and you not hear me
Is it my turn to totally understand?
To watch you walk out of my life and not do a damn thing
If I have to give away the feeling that I feel
If I have to sacrifice, oh, whatever babe, whatever, baby
If I have to take apart all that I am
Is there anything that I would not do?
'Cause inside I'd die without you, yeah, baby
'Cause inside I'd die without you
'Cause inside I'd die without you
Oh, I apologize for all the things I've done
But now I'm underwater and I'm drowning
Is it my turn to be the one to cry?
Isn't it amazing how some things completely turn around?
So take every little piece of my heart
Yeah, take every little piece of my soul
Yeah, take every little bitty piece of my mind
'Cause if you're gone inside I'd die without you
If I have to give away the feeling that I feel
If I have to sacrifice, oh, whatever babe, whatever, baby
If I have to take apart all that I am
Is there anything that I would not do?
'Cause inside I'd die without you
'Cause inside I'd die without you
'Cause inside I'd die without you, die without you
'Cause inside I'd die without you, die without you
'Cause inside I'd die without you, die without you
'Cause inside I'd die without you, die without you
'Cause inside I'd die without you, die without you
In "I’d Die Without You" by P.M. Dawn, the lyrics explore the intense emotions of love and loss. The first stanza conveys a sense of longing for another person who is not physically present. The singer dreams about this person and wonders if it's their turn to create a fantasy world where they can imagine their emotions. The second stanza portrays the singer's desire to hold this person, express their love, and understand them completely. The fear of losing this person is profound, yet the singer feels helpless because they don't know what they can do to prevent it from happening.
The chorus emphasizes the extent to which the singer is willing to go to keep this person in their life. They would give up their own feelings, sacrifice anything, and dismantle themselves if necessary. The repetition of "inside I'd die without you" reinforces the idea that this person is essential to their existence. The third stanza offers an apology for past mistakes but admits to feeling overwhelmed in the present. The last lines of the song repeat the chorus, underscoring the importance of this person and the devastating consequences of losing them.
Overall, "I’d Die Without You" is a poignant and heartfelt song about the depths of love and the difficulty of letting go. It captures the intensity of emotions that can accompany relationships and the agony of losing someone you care about deeply.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it my turn to wish you were lying here?
Do I get the chance to want you next to me again?
I tend to dream you when I'm not sleeping
I can't stop thinking about you, even in my dreams
Is it my turn to fictionalize my world?
Should I start imagining a world where we could be together?
Or even imagine your emotions, tell myself anything
Or should I just make up how you might feel or any scenario where we could be, to comfort myself?
Is it my turn to hold you by your hands?
Can I hold onto you and let you know how much I love you?
Tell you I love you and you not hear me
But what if you won't listen or believe me?
Is it my turn to totally understand?
Is it my time to comprehend why you left me, but still accept it?
To watch you walk out of my life and not do a damn thing
To see you leave and not be able to anything about it
If I have to give away the feeling that I feel
If I have to let go of this love I have for you
If I have to sacrifice, oh, whatever babe, whatever, baby
If I have to do anything to make you stay
If I have to take apart all that I am
If I have to tear myself apart just to keep you
Is there anything that I would not do?
Is there anything that I wouldn't do for you?
'Cause inside I'd die without you, yeah, baby
Because the thought of living without you feels like death to me
'Cause inside I'd die without you
Because my love for you is so strong that if you leave me, it would be the end for me
Oh, I apologize for all the things I've done
I am sorry for everything I might have done wrong that pushed you away
But now I'm underwater and I'm drowning
But now, facing the reality of losing you, I feel like I'm drowning and can't breathe
Is it my turn to be the one to cry?
Is it my turn to be the one who breaks down and cries for losing you?
Isn't it amazing how some things completely turn around?
It's unbelievable how things can change so drastically
So take every little piece of my heart
If it means you will stay, you can have every part of me
Yeah, take every little piece of my soul
Take everything I have, even my soul, if that means you will be with me
Yeah, take every little bitty piece of my mind
Take every bit of my sanity, if that is what it takes to make you happy
'Cause if you're gone inside I'd die without you
Because my love for you is so deep that if you leave me, I wouldn't be able to carry on
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Attrell Stephen Jr. Cordes
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@rodrickthompson2799
My God I'm 51 now!! When I came across PM DAWN I was 22!!! Isn't it amazing how things really turn around!!! Sighing and shaking my head!!! Enjoy Life Fans!!!!!!!
@spinksjack2811
Im 37 and hoping I can make this comment in the future
@juanbarrera6117
same experience here❤😅
@TCorbin75
Yes sir.
48 and a grandfather.
What happened?
Didn't we just leave high school?
@crimmins0613
I’m 52 lol. Same
@readonnawilson9600
56
@Desireesorenson
One of the prettiest songs ever written ❤
@davidabbot2727
Beautiful way of a man expressing his regret and telling her 'Im Sorry!"
@mgobluecom
I believe that also❣️
@titiverdeasmr5314
Indeed!!! I always feel like I need to hear this. I wish he knew how much he touched us with his voice.