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R. Ortelani Lyrics

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Said it over and over in my mind
How do you say that it's over, for the last time?
Thinking maybe I should 'til the morning
But how do you say that it's over for the last time

We shared the same friends and apartment, but lately we don't talk
Only about other's problems, but never mention ours
I barely recognize those portraits, hangin' on the walls

Tell me do you think we lost it? 'Cause they don't look like us

Feels like we wait for a bigger mistake
'Cause all the small ones are already made
And I hate how it's so hard to say
Just give me a reason to stay
'Cause I want something more than "OK"
I need something more than "OK"

I need something more than a, "OK-OK, OK-OK"
I need something more than "OK"
I need something more than a, "OK-OK, OK-OK"

It's like I miss feeling nervous when we touch
And I miss feeling certain about us
Thinking maybe we got tired of trying
So I'm 'bout to be honest for once

We shared the same friends and apartment, but lately we don't talk
Only about other's problems, but never mention ours
I barely recognize those portraits, hangin' on the walls
Tell me do you think we lost it? 'Cause they don't look like us

Feels like we wait for a bigger mistake
'Cause all the small ones are already made
And I hate how it's so hard to say
Just give me a reason to stay
'Cause I want something more than "OK"
I need something more than "OK"

I need something more than a, "OK-OK, OK-OK"

I need something more than "OK"
I need something more than a, "OK-OK, OK-OK"

Overall Meaning

The song "More" by R. Ortolani is about a couple who have been together for some time, but are struggling with their relationship. The singer is contemplating breaking up with their partner but is unsure of how to do it. Throughout the song, they reflect on how their relationship has changed and how they both seem to have lost the spark they once had. They express a desire for something more than just an "OK" relationship, something that would reignite the passion they once shared.

The first verse describes the singer's inner turmoil as they try to find the right words to end the relationship. They have been rehearsing what they want to say but are hesitant to pull the trigger. The second verse elaborates on how isolation and lack of communication have taken a toll on the relationship. They used to confide in each other, but now only discuss other people's problems. The couple's mutual friends are a reminder of what they used to have, but they are no longer recognizable, like their relationship.

The chorus emphasizes the singer's desire for more than just an "OK" relationship. They want a reason to stay and reignite the passion they once shared. They are tired of waiting for a bigger mistake to happen, and they lament how hard it is to express what they're feeling.

Overall, "More" is a heartfelt song that explores the complexities of relationships and how easy it is for couples to lose their connection. The lyrics are relatable, and the melody adds to the melancholy mood of the song.

Line by Line Meaning

Said it over and over in my mind
I have been continuously thinking about it

How do you say that it's over, for the last time?
How can you convey that it is the final time it is ending?

Thinking maybe I should 'til the morning
Considering delaying it until the next day

But how do you say that it's over for the last time
But how do you speak of it being over for the ultimate time

We shared the same friends and apartment, but lately we don't talk
We used to have the same friends and living space, but our conversations are now limited

Only about other's problems, but never mention ours
We only discuss other's issues and never mention our own problems

I barely recognize those portraits, hangin' on the walls
The portraits on the walls do not look familiar to me anymore

Tell me do you think we lost it? 'Cause they don't look like us
Do you believe we have lost what we had? The portraits do not seem like us anymore

Feels like we wait for a bigger mistake
I feel like we are waiting for a major blunder

'Cause all the small ones are already made
Because all the minor mistakes have already occurred

And I hate how it's so hard to say
I despise how challenging it is to express

Just give me a reason to stay
Provide me with a reason to remain

'Cause I want something more than "OK"
Because I desire something greater than just average

I need something more than "OK"
I require better than average

I need something more than a, "OK-OK, OK-OK"
I require more than just okay, okay, okay

It's like I miss feeling nervous when we touch
I feel like I miss being apprehensive when we make physical contact

And I miss feeling certain about us
I yearn for the sense of confidence I once had about our relationship

Thinking maybe we got tired of trying
I am pondering whether we may have grown weary of making an effort

So I'm 'bout to be honest for once
Therefore, I am going to be truthful for once

I need something more than a, "OK-OK, OK-OK"
I require more than just okay, okay, okay

I need something more than "OK"
I require better than average

I need something more than a, "OK-OK, OK-OK"
I require more than just okay, okay, okay

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cassandra Stroberg, Clara Mae, Fadil El Ghoul, Ferruccio A Ferry Tebaldi, Maria Jane Smith, Victor Thell

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