Nothing's Real but Love
Rebecca Ferguson Lyrics


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Standing in a line
Wonder why it don't move
Tryna get a hand
Watching people break the rules
And maybe the man in charge
Doesn't like my face
But then this world's not always good
And nothing's real but love
Nothing's real but love
No money, no house, no car,
Can beat love

They watch us open-mouthed
As we joke around like fools
See who can be the worst
Watch what I can do
But then the door gets slammed,
Slammed right in my face
And I guess this world's not always good

And nothing's real but love
Nothing's real but love
No house, no car, no job
Can beat love

It won't fill you up
No money, no house, no car
Is like love

La la la la la la la la
Yeaaah

I put it all away
Holding it back for a rainy day
But what if that day don't come
I need love

No money, no house, no car
Is like love

It don't fill you up
It won't build you up
It won't fill you up
It's not love!

And nothing's real but love
No money, no house, no car
Is like love

Nothing's real but love





No money, no house, no car
Is like love

Overall Meaning

The song "Nothing's Real but Love" by Rebecca Ferguson is a reflection on the importance of love and the struggle to find it in a world that often seems cold and impersonal. The opening verse describes the frustration of waiting in line, watching people break the rules, and feeling like the man in charge doesn't like the singer's face. It's a metaphor for the struggle to get ahead in a world where the odds are stacked against you.


The chorus emphasizes the message that nothing in this world is as important as love. No amount of money, no fancy house or car, can replace the power of love. The second verse reiterates this sentiment, describing how people watch the singer and her friends goof around and then slam the door in their faces. It's another reminder that the world can be cruel, but love is always there to lift us up.


The bridge is a plea to let go of material possessions and embrace love. The singer has been putting things away for a rainy day, but realizes that she needs love more than anything else. The final chorus repeats the message that nothing is as real or powerful as love.


Overall, the song is a reminder that love is the most important thing in life. It's a message that is especially relevant in a world where people often prioritize material possessions and personal success over human connection and empathy.


Line by Line Meaning

Standing in a line
Standing in a group, waiting in a queue


Wonder why it don't move
Wondering why the line is not moving


Tryna get a hand
Trying to get some help, assistance or support


Watching people break the rules
Observing individuals violate established regulations or norms


And maybe the man in charge
Perhaps the person in a position of authority


Doesn't like my face
Disapproves or dislikes my appearance or identity


But then this world's not always good
The world can be unfair, difficult and unjust


And nothing's real but love
The only genuine, authentic thing is love


No money, no house, no car,
Wealth, property and assets cannot replace love


Can beat love
Cannot surpass or outweigh love


They watch us open-mouthed
They stare at us with astonishment, amazement or disbelief


As we joke around like fools
As we behave in a silly, foolish or unserious manner


See who can be the worst
Compete to be the most negative, pessimistic or cynical


Watch what I can do
Pay attention to my actions, behaviors or achievements


But then the door gets slammed,
However, events take a negative turn or outcome


Slammed right in my face
Rejected, denied, or excluded abruptly or rudely


And I guess this world's not always good
And I suppose the world can be hostile, unfair or cruel


It won't fill you up
Material possessions cannot satisfy, fulfill or complete you


I put it all away
I stored away or saved everything for later use


Holding it back for a rainy day
Delaying gratification or holding onto resources for future needs


But what if that day don't come
What happens if those future needs never arise


I need love
I require, yearn or long for love


It won't build you up
Possessions or wealth cannot develop, enhance or elevate you


It's not love!
It is not genuine, true or authentic love




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: FRANCIS EG WHITE, REBECCA FERGUSON

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Comments from YouTube:

Andre Ruiz

She always gives me goosebumps. There are only a few artists with a unique voice and most of them aren't even alive anymore. She deserves world star status.

Swiss Choklate

To recurve that is to make certain evil spiritual sacrifices. She’s not going to do that and I luv her for that! SHE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. Those songs are too powerful.

Judy Glover

when a song gets in your soul...you know that it is just perfect...

suezy22

What a powerful soulful voice

Bruce Stevenson Songs

Great song. Lovely smile and voice.

patricia vilela

amo essa música

donuthole4sale

That voice of hers could take her to international stardom as long as she surrounds herself with very high end handlers, managers, writers etc. All the best Rebecca you deserve it!!!

Nadine Foster

It saddens me that Rebecca's talent isn't appreciated. She bares her beautiful soul in her music, but it isn't felt by many.  I guess most of society are out of touch with real music- a piano and a voice :/

rogerio067072

+Nadine Foster don't worry Nadine, the good things are not easily appreciated, her talent and her style will last while the mainstream is always changing, and one thing I can tell you if her style pleases you today, certainly tomorrow it will do the same and we will keep listen to her...

Makeup Sydney

+Nadine Foster What are you talking about? her talent is totally appreciated.

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