Just The Thing
Paul Mac feat. Peta Morris Lyrics
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And I'm sitting here thinking
With a smile I'm dying inside
But I know I'll be just fine
I saw love not lies
But I could be mistaken
Now you've gone and I dry my eyes
And I'm here for the taking tonight
I could love you forever tonight
Ch) 'cause you're just the thing that I need
Just to fill the space he left here
Just give me all the love that I need
For a night that's enough for a broken heart
I'm surrounded by faces and smiles
Is it you who I'm seeking tonight
Maybe now or maybe a while
But I'll know it when it's right
I see love in your eyes
But I could be mistaken
I see love in your smile
Is it you who I'll be taking tonight
Feel the need for somebody tonight
I could love you forever tonight
Chorus
Time will pass and change the way I feel
Take away the scars and begin to heal
Well I'm waiting I'm waiting
You're the one in my hour of need
It's not forever it's all about speed
Well I'll take it I'll fake it for real
Chorus
The song "Just the Thing" by Paul Mac & Peta Morris falls into the category of a heartbreak song. The lyrics revolve around a person who has just said goodbye to their loved one and is thinking and reminiscing about the relationship. Initially, the person is trying to put up a brave face and smile, but deep down, they are hurting. However, they are also confident that they will be fine without their partner, and someone else might just be the "thing" they need to move on. In the second verse, the person is surrounded by people, but they are looking for that one person who will make them feel better. They see love in someone's eyes and smile and wonder if that person could be "the one" for tonight. The chorus emphasizes the need for someone to fill the void left by the previous partner and provide temporary comfort.
The song's theme is relatable to anyone who has gone through a breakup and trying to find ways to move on. The lyrics convey the inner turmoil one goes through during such a phase of life, trying to put up a strong face while internally yearning for someone to take away the pain. The words, "I could love you forever tonight," signify the temporary nature of the relationship, where the person is looking for someone to love for one night only to help them heal.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you came and said your goodbyes
You left me and said goodbye
And I'm sitting here thinking
I am reminiscing
With a smile I'm dying inside
I am pretending to be happy, but I'm actually hurting
But I know I'll be just fine
I believe that I will recover and move on
I saw love not lies
I believed that your love was genuine
But I could be mistaken
I am aware that my perception could be wrong
Now you've gone and I dry my eyes
You have left me and I am trying to hold back tears
And I'm here for the taking tonight
I am available for a new love interest tonight
Feel the need for somebody tonight
I desire the presence of someone tonight
I could love you forever tonight
I am willing to be deeply attached to someone for one night
'cause you're just the thing that I need
You are the perfect person to help me move on
Just to fill the space he left here
You will fill the void left by my previous lover
Just give me all the love that I need
All I need is your affection
For a night that's enough for a broken heart
One night of your love is enough to heal my broken heart
I'm surrounded by faces and smiles
I am in a place with many people who seem happy
Is it you who I'm seeking tonight
I am wondering if you are the one I am looking for
Maybe now or maybe a while
I do not know if it will happen now or later
But I'll know it when it's right
I will recognize the right person when I see them
I see love in your eyes
I detect love in the way you look at me
I see love in your smile
Your smile shows that you care
Is it you who I'll be taking tonight
I am considering choosing you as my partner tonight
Time will pass and change the way I feel
My emotions will change over time
Take away the scars and begin to heal
As time passes, I will start to heal
Well I'm waiting I'm waiting
I am patiently waiting
You're the one in my hour of need
I need you in this moment of weakness
It's not forever it's all about speed
This is not a long-term commitment, it's all about acting fast
Well I'll take it I'll fake it for real
I will go with it, even if it means pretending
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL FRANCIS MCDERMOTT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Sally-rs6dv
Paul Mac is amazing, this still sounds good over 20 yrs later and brings back such great memories of that early 00โs sound ๐
@phoenixwasted
I am not supposed to tear up to this song, I did tough! Thanks Paul lol.
Grew up in the same City and went to all the same Clubs as you did too . Miss those days. Thank you for the Music Kind Sir.
@jayr4857
This tune never gets old. Same as, " the sound of breaking up" A true talent Paul. Thanks for the memories. ๐๐ค๐
@RobFarquhar
The bass in this song is like a hug! And the chorus is fantastic, of chorus. Thank you Paul and Peta!
@cateeastaway7626
Wowza, really takes me back, Newtown people, pubs n clubs. Paul a lovely guy too. I ran into him at a pub the day I had my kitty put down. I was a mess n he stayed with me til my friend arrived. Classy human.
@wintermute8315
Yeah the dude is a class act.
@Mad4400
Australian Dance scene heavyweight. Left his mark on every genre of music he took part in.
@jaybae5056
What an amazing song. Could be released today with just as much impact. Paulmac what a ledged of the Australian dance scene
@lucycole2026
Loved this this song! Then.. I understood it! Heartbreaking.
@timjones4594
Music doesnt get better than this. Awesome.