On Your Side
Paul Cook & The Chronicles Lyrics
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i stayed in your corner till you said we're through
and it worked for a long time
how could you sound so unsure when you knew it only felt right?
i followed you over and you sent me back
was the game for a long time
i was on your side
i was on your side
the moment is over and so are we too
and the game for a long timw
now it's feeding time
i was on your side
i was on your side
you say you don't give
until you wanna stop
until you wanna stop
The lyrics of "On Your Side" by Paul Cook & The Chronicles speak of a past relationship that ended. The singer is questioning the other person's judgement and ability to make decisions, given that they were not able to deal with lies and seemed unsure about their choices. Despite this, the singer remained loyal and on their side until the other person called it quits. The singer tried to make it work and followed them, but ultimately the game was over and it was time to move on.
The theme of loyalty and betrayal is prevalent throughout the song, as the singer highlights how they stood by the other person through thick and thin, only to be left behind. The line "how can you tell me what's right when you don't know either what's wrong?" encapsulates the idea that the other person may not have been able to make a clear decision, leading to confusion and a lack of direction in the relationship.
Overall, "On Your Side" is a poignant reminder of how relationships can falter, and how loyalty and trust can be tested.
Line by Line Meaning
how can you say what i did, when you couldn't cope with lie?
You can't judge me for my actions when you couldn't even deal with a small lie.
i stayed in your corner till you said we're through
I supported you until you ended things between us.
and it worked for a long time
Our relationship lasted for a considerable period of time.
how could you sound so unsure when you knew it only felt right?
You didn't seem confident when you knew that what we had felt right.
i followed you over and you sent me back
I followed you to where you wanted to go, but you rejected me there.
was the game for a long time
Our relationship was like a game that went on for a while.
i was on your side
I supported you and was there for you.
i was on your side
I remained loyal and supportive of you.
how can you tell me what's right when you don't know either what's wrong?
You can't advise me on what's right when you're not even sure what's wrong.
the moment is over and so are we too
Our moment has passed and so has our relationship.
and the game for a long time
The game that was our relationship had been happening for quite some time.
now it's feeding time
Now it's time for me to take care of myself and my needs.
i was on your side
I stood by you and supported you.
i was on your side
I was loyal to you and on your team.
you say you don't give
You claim that you don't give.
until you wanna stop
Until you decide to stop giving.
Contributed by Violet L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.