Substitutes for Love
Renee Lyrics


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Baby you make me so happy
You’re so special
I’m truly enjoying the ride
I’m for you and you’re for me
And i’m so grateful
You showed up at the right time
Usually never works out for me
A beautiful man to show up so complete
Not taking what you want and then ghostin' me
Our spirits agree
Yes indeed
I’m hoping all these feelings
Stay the same
Cause the lovin' is good
And you feed my brain
The best part is
Is that we’re a team
And intimate beings
What a dream
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
You take your time with me
I love that you’re so patient
Nice to feel like i’m understood
You have captured me
In such a unique way
That when I’m too far
Feels like I’m running away
I’ve become a better version of me
My love for myself and you
Is what most seek
That kinda love that runs oh so deep
That without it at all
My heart won’t beat
I’m hoping all these feelings
Stay the same
There’s ease in my body
And there’s no more pain
Feelin' that joy
Sayin your name
This is what I dreamed
What I dreamed
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
Never in my life did I
Think that I’d find a love this fly
You came in just like a riptide
Changed my whole life
Changed me inside
Feelings running through my body
When you touch my body
Would make me catch a body
If I found you with somebody
I thank the universe
And every little star
That I wished upon
From a very afar
You sent me a gentleman
No he’s not a bum
We add to each other
Our love is just the sum
I almost gave up
And said that I was done
Til i felt a tap on my shoulder
It was the one
Hol up
Yup, not the two or three
But instantly
I knew he was 4 me
And I can’t even front
You should respect a heaux
Who manifests what she wants
By letting go of control
Promise my heart is your favorite spot
Promise to love with all that you got
Promise that they won’t get what we got
They won’t tear us apart
They can’t tear us apart
Promise my heart is your favorite spot
Promise to love with all that you got
Promise that they won’t get what we got
They won’t tear us apart
They can’t tear us apart
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think
That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough
No I don’t think




That I thank you enough
No I don’t think I thank you enough

Overall Meaning

In the song "Substitutes for Love" by Renée, the lyrics express gratitude and appreciation for a special person who has entered her life. The first paragraph highlights the happiness and joy that this person brings, emphasizing their significance and the enjoyment they bring to her life. Renée reflects on the past, mentioning that things usually don't work out for her, but this person appeared at the right time, offering a sense of completeness and genuine connection. She appreciates that this person is not just seeking temporary pleasure but is committed to building a meaningful relationship with her.


The second paragraph delves into the ways in which this person has positively impacted Renée's life. She appreciates their patience, feeling understood and valued. Their unique bond makes Renée feel captivated and drawn towards them, to the point where being away from them feels like running away. She acknowledges that this love has transformed her, allowing her to become the best version of herself and fostering a love for both herself and her partner. Without this deep love, she feels her heart wouldn't beat.


In the third paragraph, Renée expresses her astonishment at finding such a wonderful love. She compares their entry into her life to a powerful force, changing her entire existence and inner self. The physical and emotional connection they share runs deep, causing intense feelings within her body. Renée acknowledges that her partner's presence is enough to make her consider defending their love if she ever found them with someone else. She attributes this remarkable love to the universe and the wishes she made, grateful that it brought her the perfect gentleman. Their relationship is portrayed as complementary, with each person adding to the other's life. Renée almost gave up on finding love until she felt a tap on her shoulder, realizing that this person was the one she had been longing for.


The final paragraph underscores the promise and commitment that Renée and her partner share. She promises to protect her partner's heart and love them with all that she has. Renée vows that no one will be able to come between them or tear them apart. She encourages others to respect her ability to manifest what she desires by letting go of control and allowing love to enter her life. The repetition of the chorus reinforces her gratitude for this person and the belief that she might not thank them enough for the love they bring.


Line by Line Meaning

Baby you make me so happy
You bring immense joy and happiness into my life


You’re so special
You are truly unique and extraordinary


I’m truly enjoying the ride
I am genuinely relishing every moment of this journey with you


I’m for you and you’re for me
We are mutually committed to each other


And i’m so grateful
I feel incredibly thankful and appreciative


You showed up at the right time
You came into my life exactly when I needed you


Usually never works out for me
Typically, things never turn out positively for me


A beautiful man to show up so complete
It's remarkable and wonderful that such an amazing person arrived in my life with a sense of wholeness


Not taking what you want and then ghostin' me
You don't just take what you desire and disappear, leaving me behind


Our spirits agree
Our souls are in harmony


Yes indeed
Without a doubt


I’m hoping all these feelings
I desire for these emotions to persist


Stay the same
Remain unchanged


Cause the lovin' is good
Because the love between us is fulfilling and satisfying


And you feed my brain
You stimulate my intellect and provide mental nourishment


The best part is
The most remarkable aspect is


Is that we’re a team
We form a united and cooperative partnership


And intimate beings
And we share a deep and profound connection


What a dream
It feels like an incredible dream come true


No I don’t think
I truly believe


That I thank you enough
That my appreciation for you cannot be adequately expressed


You take your time with me
You are patient and unhurried in our relationship


I love that you’re so patient
I deeply appreciate your calm and understanding nature


Nice to feel like i’m understood
It is a wonderful feeling to be genuinely comprehended


You have captured me
You have completely captivated my heart and mind


In such a unique way
In a manner that is truly one-of-a-kind


That when I’m too far
That when I feel distant or disconnected


Feels like I’m running away
It feels as though I am trying to escape


I’ve become a better version of me
I have transformed into an improved and enhanced version of myself


My love for myself and you
My affection for both myself and for you


Is what most seek
Is what the majority of people desire


That kinda love that runs oh so deep
That kind of love that is profound and profound


That without it at all
Without that love entirely


My heart won’t beat
My heart would cease to function


There’s ease in my body
I feel relaxation and peace in my physical being


And there’s no more pain
And I am free from any form of distress


Feelin' that joy
Experiencing that immense happiness


Sayin your name
Just by uttering your name


This is what I dreamed
This is exactly what I envisioned


Never in my life did I
I have never before experienced


Think that I’d find a love this fly
Believe that I could encounter such an amazing love


You came in just like a riptide
You entered my life with a sudden and overpowering force


Changed my whole life
Completely transformed and altered my existence


Changed me inside
Caused an internal change within me


Feelings running through my body
Emotions surging and coursing through my physical self


When you touch my body
When you make physical contact with me


Would make me catch a body
Would drive me to defend and protect you fiercely


If I found you with somebody
If I discovered you in the company of another person


I thank the universe
I express gratitude towards the universe


And every little star
And each and every tiny celestial body


That I wished upon
That I made my desires known to


From a very afar
From a great distance


You sent me a gentleman
You bestowed upon me a kind and respectable man


No he’s not a bum
He is not a worthless or lazy individual


We add to each other
Together, we contribute and enhance one another's lives


Our love is just the sum
The love we share is simply the total of all its individual parts


I almost gave up
I was close to surrendering


And said that I was done
And declaring that I was finished


Til i felt a tap on my shoulder
Until I sensed a gentle touch on my shoulder


Hol up
Hold up


Yup, not the two or three
Indeed, not the second or third choice


But instantly
But immediately


I knew he was 4 me
I knew he was the one meant for me


And I can’t even front
And I cannot lie


You should respect a heaux
You should admire a person who confidently pursues what they want


Who manifests what she wants
Who brings into reality her desires and aspirations


By letting go of control
By relinquishing the need to control every aspect


Promise my heart is your favorite spot
I assure you that my heart holds a special place exclusively for you


Promise to love with all that you got
I promise to love you with every ounce of my being


Promise that they won’t get what we got
I guarantee that others will not experience what we have


They won’t tear us apart
They will not be able to separate or break us


No I don’t think
I truly believe


That I thank you enough
That my gratitude towards you cannot be adequately expressed


Never in my life did I
I have never before experienced


Think that I’d find a love this fly
Believe that I could encounter such an amazing love


You came in just like a riptide
You entered my life with a sudden and overpowering force


Changed my whole life
Completely transformed and altered my existence


Changed me inside
Caused an internal change within me


Feelings running through my body
Emotions surging and coursing through my physical self


When you touch my body
When you make physical contact with me


Would make me catch a body
Would drive me to defend and protect you fiercely


If I found you with somebody
If I discovered you in the company of another person


I thank the universe
I express gratitude towards the universe


And every little star
And each and every tiny celestial body


That I wished upon
That I made my desires known to


From a very afar
From a great distance


You sent me a gentleman
You bestowed upon me a kind and respectable man


No he’s not a bum
He is not a worthless or lazy individual


We add to each other
Together, we contribute and enhance one another's lives


Our love is just the sum
The love we share is simply the total of all its individual parts


I almost gave up
I was close to surrendering


And said that I was done
And declaring that I was finished


Til i felt a tap on my shoulder
Until I sensed a gentle touch on my shoulder


Hol up
Hold up


Yup, not the two or three
Indeed, not the second or third choice


But instantly
But immediately


I knew he was 4 me
I knew he was the one meant for me


And I can’t even front
And I cannot lie


You should respect a heaux
You should admire a person who confidently pursues what they want


Who manifests what she wants
Who brings into reality her desires and aspirations


By letting go of control
By relinquishing the need to control every aspect


Promise my heart is your favorite spot
I assure you that my heart holds a special place exclusively for you


Promise to love with all that you got
I promise to love you with every ounce of my being


Promise that they won’t get what we got
I guarantee that others will not experience what we have


They won’t tear us apart
They will not be able to separate or break us




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid, Missing Link Music
Written by: Claire Howell

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