Song for You
S.O.W. Lyrics
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I've sung a lot of songs I've made some bad rhyme
I've acted out my love in stages
With ten thousand people watching
But we're alone now and I'm singing this song for you
I know your image of me is what I hope to be
I've treated you unkindly but darlin' can't you see
Darlin' can't you please see through me
Cause we're alone now and I'm singing this song for you
You taught me precious secrets of the truth witholding nothing
You came out in front and I was hiding
But now I'm so much better and if my words don't come together
Listen to the melody cause my love is in there hiding
I love you in a place where there's no space or time
I love you for in my life you are a friend of mine
And when my life is over
Remember when we were together
We were alone and I was singing this song for you
You taught me precious secrets of the truth witholding nothing
You came out in front and I was hiding
But now I'm so much better and if my words don't come together
Listen to the melody cause my love is in there hiding
I love you in a place where there's no space or time
I love you for in my life you are a friend of mine
And when my life is over
Remember when we were together
We were alone and I was singing this song for you
We were alone and I was singing this song for you
The lyrics of S.O.W.'s "Song for You" express gratitude, love, and vulnerability as the singer reflects on their life and experiences. The first verse acknowledges that the singer has traveled many places and sung many songs, but now they are alone and singing this song for their loved one. The second verse then addresses the image that their loved one has of them, admitting to having treated them unkindly in the past but affirming their importance and asking to be seen through their flaws.
The third verse is a thank you to their loved one for teaching them "precious secrets" and bringing them out of hiding, making them better. The singer acknowledges that their words might not be enough to express their true feelings, but that their love can be found in the melody of the song. The final verse expresses a love that transcends any limitations of time or space, with the singer declaring their loved one a friend for life. It ends with a poignant reminder that they were together, and the singer was singing this song for them.
Overall, "Song for You" is a heartfelt tribute to a special someone in the singer's life. It acknowledges past mistakes and vulnerabilities while expressing gratitude and enduring love.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been so many places in my life and time
I have traveled to many places and experienced a lot throughout my life.
I've sung a lot of songs I've made some bad rhyme
I have written and performed many songs, some were not perfect.
I've acted out my love in stages
I have expressed my love in public performances.
With ten thousand people watching
I have performed in front of large crowds.
But we're alone now and I'm singing this song for you
However, now we are alone, and I am performing this song just for you.
I know your image of me is what I hope to be
I am aware that you have a certain perception of me that I aspire to live up to.
I've treated you unkindly but darlin' can't you see
I have not always been the kindest to you, but I hope you understand.
There's no one more important to me
You are the most important person in my life.
Darlin' can't you please see through me
Please understand my true intentions and feelings.
Cause we're alone now and I'm singing this song for you
Once again, we are alone, and I am performing this song just for you.
You taught me precious secrets of the truth witholding nothing
You have shared with me valuable knowledge and truths without holding back.
You came out in front and I was hiding
You were brave and took the lead while I was hiding in the background.
But now I'm so much better and if my words don't come together
I have grown and improved, even though my words may not be perfect.
Listen to the melody cause my love is in there hiding
Even if my words are not perfect, the melody of the song still contains my love and emotions.
I love you in a place where there's no space or time
My love for you transcends physical limitations such as space and time.
I love you for in my life you are a friend of mine
I love you because you have been a close friend to me throughout my life.
And when my life is over
When my life comes to an end.
Remember when we were together
Remember the time we spent together.
We were alone and I was singing this song for you
During that time, we were alone, and I was performing this song just for you.
We were alone and I was singing this song for you
Once again, we were alone, and I was performing this song just for you.
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Written by: LEON RUSSELL
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