4 Love
Paul Colman Lyrics
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'Cause I'm just a person trying to pick up all the pieces
And they never asked me where I want to be born
And they never told me that love would be so hard
Well I grew up staring at the face of Jesus
And I always wondered how they took his photograph
I remember staring through a stained glass window
Funny how it made the world look different on the other side
And I wish that we were all for love
I'm only young but I know the difference
Between your condemnation and the one who really loves
I've worked out love is more than just emotion
But some days all I want to do is cover up
You are my love You are my love
'Cause I need more than just my love
I'm only one in a world of millions who can save this heart
Who can set me free?
The things I face to me seem so damn crucial
Paul Colman's song "4 Love" is a poignant reflection of the complexities of love and faith. The lyrics are introspective, expressing a deep sense of longing for love and an understanding of its true value. The opening lines "I don't know where you draw the line, 'cause I'm just a person trying to pick up all the pieces" suggest a certain degree of uncertainty and confusion; the singer is grappling with life's challenges and searching for a sense of direction. The following lines reveal a sense of disillusionment: "And they never asked me where I want to be born, and they never told me that love would be so hard." This is a contrast between the fantasy and the reality of life.
The song then shifts to a discussion of faith, specifically that of Christianity. As a child, the singer was raised with a certain religious perspective: "Well I grew up staring at the face of Jesus, and I always wondered how they took his photograph." The stained glass window also offered a different perspective on the world - one that is distorted yet beautiful. However, there is still a sense of yearning for something more, "And I wish that we were all for love."
The third part of the song is a reflection on love itself. The singer understands that love can often be confusing, but also that it is more than just a feeling. "I'm only young but I know the difference between your condemnation and the one who really loves. I've worked out love is more than just emotion, but some days all I want to do is cover up." Here, the singer is searching for a deeper connection, one that is not just based on superficial emotions. The song ends with a plea for love, giving a nod to the transformational power that it holds.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know where you draw the line
I am unsure of what you consider acceptable behavior, as I am just a person picking up the pieces of my life.
'Cause I'm just a person trying to pick up all the pieces
I am just an individual trying to mend the broken parts of my life.
And they never asked me where I want to be born
No one consulted me on where I would like to be born, and thus the circumstances of my birth were out of my control.
And they never told me that love would be so hard
No one warned me of the difficulties of love, which came as a surprise to me.
Well I grew up staring at the face of Jesus
My upbringing included a constant presence of Jesus in my life through which I learned many lessons.
And I always wondered how they took his photograph
I have often pondered how Jesus was captured visually on a photo or painting.
I remember staring through a stained glass window
I vividly recall gazing out through a stained glass window and reflecting on how different the world looked through it.
Funny how it made the world look different on the other side
It is odd to think about how the world appears dissimilar when looking at it through a stained glass window.
And I wish that I could walk ahead and never fall behind
I yearn to always move forward and never feel as though I am lagging behind.
And I wish that we were all for love
I pine for a world where love is the guiding force that unites us all.
I'm only young but I know the difference
Despite my youth, I can still discern the dissimilarity between love and condemnation.
Between your condemnation and the one who really loves
I can distinguish between those who condemn me and those who genuinely love me.
I've worked out love is more than just emotion
I have come to understand that love surpasses mere emotion and encompasses a multitude of actions and behaviors.
But some days all I want to do is cover up
Yet, there are times when I feel overwhelmed and just want to hide away.
You are my love You are my love
You are the embodiment of my love and affection, and I cherish you.
'Cause I need more than just my love
My love alone is not enough; I need something greater to sustain me.
I'm only one in a world of millions who can save this heart
Despite being just one individual in a vast world, I have the power to rescue my own heart.
Who can set me free?
Who has the ability to liberate me from my struggles?
The things I face to me seem so damn crucial
The obstacles I confront in my life feel immensely significant and challenging to me.
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