One way
R.I.V.E.R Lyrics


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(I hope you don't mind
Right there for you)
I'll change my name
I'm in my brand new car
I don't know if we'll get that far
But if we do, I'll be right there
Right there for you
(Right there for you)
It's not you, it's always me
And that means nothing to me
It's not you, it's always me
And that means nothing to me
(One day)
I'll change my name
In my brand new car
I don't know if we'll get that far
But if we do, I hope you don't mind
Hope you don't mind
(Right there for you)
"It's not you, it's me"
That's the last thing a person like me
Would believe
(Yea, I don't believe
I don't believe)
(But I promise)
I'll change my name
Get a brand new car
One day we'll get that far
Yea, you and me, finally together




And I hope you won't mind
(I hope you don't mind)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to R.I.V.E.R's song "One Way" seem to describe a person who is ready to change their life in order to be with someone they care about. They are willing to change their name, get a brand new car and go wherever it takes them in order to be close to this person. The repeated line "I'll be right there for you" emphasizes the singer's dedication to being a reliable presence in their love interest's life.


However, the lyrics also carry a hint of self-doubt and insecurity. The line "it's not you, it's always me" could be interpreted as the person acknowledging their own shortcomings and feeling unsure if they are deserving of the other person's affections. They seem to be reassuring themselves as much as their love interest, that they are capable of making changes and becoming the kind of person that this relationship requires.


Overall, "One Way" is an optimistic and romantic song about taking risks for love and being willing to make sacrifices in order to be with someone special.


Line by Line Meaning

I'll change my name
I want to start over with a new identity.


I'm in my brand new car
I have a new toy to help me run away from my problems.


I don't know if we'll get that far
I'm not sure if I'll ever be capable of lasting change.


But if we do, I'll be right there
If I ever manage to follow through, I will make sure to be there for you.


Right there for you
I recognize the importance of being present and supportive for you.


"It's not you, it's always me"
I take responsibility for my issues and recognize they are not caused by external factors.


And that means nothing to me
I acknowledge it's not enough to simply identify the problem without taking action.


"One day"
I hold onto hope for a better future.


I hope you don't mind
I ask for your forgiveness and understanding as I work towards change.


That's the last thing a person like me
As someone who struggles with commitment and change, the phrase "It's not you, it's me" is a cliche and unhelpful excuse.


"Yea, I don't believe
I recognize the issues are rooted in myself, and refuse to let myself believe otherwise.


I'll change my name
I am committed to starting over and becoming a better person.


Get a brand new car
I am willing to invest in new tools and resources to facilitate my growth.


One day we'll get that far
I hold onto hope that one day we can have a better future together as a result of my efforts.


Yea, you and me, finally together
I desire a meaningful and lasting relationship with you, and am willing to work towards that future.


And I hope you won't mind
I am aware that my journey towards change may be difficult and cause discomfort, but I ask for your patience and support along the way.




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Written by: Hans Houdini

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