I'm Not The Only One
SamSmith Lyrics
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For better or for worse
I can't believe you let me down
But the proof is in the way it hurts
For months on end I've had my doubts
Denying every tear
I wish this would be over now
But I know that I still need you here
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You've been so unavailable
Now sadly I know why
Your heart is unobtainable
Even though Lord knows you kept mine
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
I have loved you for many years
Maybe I am just not enough
You've made me realize my deepest fear
By lying and tearing us up
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
The song "I'm Not The Only One" by Sam Smith tells the story of a person who has been betrayed by their partner. The first verse reflects the singer's disappointment in their partner for breaking the vow they had made to each other. The following lines reveal the doubt and denial that the singer has been experiencing about their relationship, but at the same time, they still long for the person who has hurt them.
The second verse shows the singer finally coming to terms with the situation. They realize that their partner had always been emotionally unavailable, which has led to their current state of heartache. The bridge expresses the depth of the singer's feelings towards their partner, acknowledging that they have loved them for many years. However, the realization that they may not be enough for their partner, who chose to lie and hurt them instead, is their biggest fear.
The chorus repeats the line "You say I'm crazy 'cause you don't think I know what you've done, but when you call me baby, I know I'm not the only one." The partner's attempt to act as if nothing has happened and the singer's ability to see through the facade is the central theme of the song.
Overall, the songwell captures the sadness, anger, and ultimate acceptance that come with being betrayed by a loved one. It portrays the confusion that often accompanies a toxic relationship and the lengths to which people can go to hold onto something that is ultimately damaging them.
Line by Line Meaning
You and me we made a vow
We promised to be together and committed.
For better or for worse
No matter what happens, we will stick together.
I can't believe you let me down
I trusted you so much and you betrayed me.
But the proof is in the way it hurts
The pain I feel now shows that you did wrong to me.
For months on end I've had my doubts
I suspected something was wrong for a long time.
Denying every tear
I tried to ignore my emotions and not cry.
I wish this would be over now
I want this pain to end quickly.
But I know that I still need you here
Despite everything, I can't let go of our relationship.
You say I'm crazy
You think I am unreasonable or delusional.
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
You believe I am unaware of your actions.
But when you call me baby
Your endearment makes me feel connected with you.
I know I'm not the only one
I suspect that you have cheated on me with others.
You've been so unavailable
You have been distant and unresponsive to me.
Now sadly I know why
I finally figured out the reason for your behavior.
Your heart is unobtainable
You are not capable of truly loving someone.
Even though Lord knows you kept mine
Despite everything, I still love you deeply.
I have loved you for many years
My feelings for you have not changed for a long time.
Maybe I am just not enough
Perhaps I am not sufficient to satisfy your needs.
You've made me realize my deepest fear
You have made me face the thing that scares me the most.
By lying and tearing us up
Your deception and actions have ruined our relationship.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: SAM SMITH, JAMES NAPIER
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@justsistv_
You and me we made a vow
For better or for worse
I can't believe you let me down
But the proof's in the way it hurts
For months on end I've had my doubts
Denying every tear
I wish this would be over now
But I know that I still need you here
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You've been so unavailable
Now sadly I know why
Your heart is unobtainable
Even though Lord knows you kept mine
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
I have loved you for many years
Maybe I am just not enough
You've made me realize my deepest fear
By lying and tearing us up
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
I know I'm not the only one
I know I'm not the only one
And I know, and I know, and I know
And I know, and I know, and I know, know
I know I'm not the only one
@suholover9124
"I'm Not The Only One"
You and me, we made a vow
For better or for worse
I can't believe you let me down
But the proof's in the way it hurts
For months on end I've had my doubts
Denying every tear
I wish this would be over now
But I know that I still need you here
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You've been so unavailable
Now sadly I know why
Your heart is unobtainable
Even though Lord knows you kept mine
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
I have loved you for many years
Maybe I am just not enough
You've made me realize my deepest fear
By lying and tearing us up
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You say I'm crazy
'Cause you don't think I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
I know I'm not the only one
I know I'm not the only one
And I know
And I know
And I know
And I know
And I know
And I don't know
I know I'm not the only one
@anastasiak4581
Lyrics:
You and me, we made a vow
For better or for worse
I can't believe you let me down
But the proof's in a way it hurts
For months on end I've had my doubts
Denying every tear
I wish this would be over now
But I know that I still need you here
You say I'm crazy
Cause you don't think
I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You've been so unavailable
Now sadly I know why
Your heart is unobtainable
Even though Lord knows you have mine
You say I'm crazy
Cause you don't think
I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
I have loved you for many years
Maybe I am just not enough
You've made me realize my deepest fear
By lying and tearing us up
You say I'm crazy
Cause you don't think
I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
You say I'm crazy
Cause you don't think
I know what you've done
But when you call me baby
I know I'm not the only one
I know I'm not the only one
I know I'm not the only one
And I know...And I know...And I know...
And I know...And I know...And I know...
I know I'm not the only one
@Soluchi-InfiniteCoCreatorGod
I never understand how people can make a vow of commitment and cheat. Just break up and do whatever you want. Don't Cheat. It Hurts like hell.
@hindkhelfi
I agree with you a 100%
@crystaltea5303
Really? The cheating part isnt the part that bothers me, it is the distance between me and the one I love, that is actually what gets to me.. That when he is with her, he isnt with me, that bothers me.. but only because I want to actually share more time with him.. Strange isnt it, most women are angry because of the lie, or because of the act it's self.. Im upset because I genuinely care about him more, and want to be able to experience more time with him.. funny world isnt it.
@robinholts9188
I agree but what I hate is how like in the video they stay. Like for example she knows he's off cheating on her, she burns his cloths but she doesn't leave him... All I was thinking during this video was " Quinn leave you can do better!!!" (If you watch glee you'll get it)
@seniorpantos
Some people are simply different and people get hurt all the time. -- In & out of vows. -- Often by people doing whatever they want, at another's expense. --- I think communication can help but doubt we could be immune from being hurt. And isn't that the true beauty in being alive. -- Feeling.
@Dreemccoll
SAME! I've never understood it either. But I've never cheated, so I don't have the mind of a cheater.
@Lana_Banana04
This song hits hard because my mum used to listen to it all the time. I never understood why back then and assumed she just liked the song. But it’s only now that I realised why she listened to it religiously and I cry every time I hear it. My dad left my mum for a woman he met a couple of times and left behind my mum and 4 young kids. Me being the youngest of the 4. I can’t help but cry for my mum’s sake every time I hear this song…
Edit: Wow I really didn’t expect so many people from all over the world to show support and empathy and I am truly so grateful for every single comment, I read them all <3 I’m 18 now, my ‘father’ left while my mum was 6 months pregnant with me, he wasn’t there for my birth like he was to my older brothers. Maybe it was partly because I was the first and only girl, or maybe because he truly didn’t care. But my mum and my family have moved on from this trauma now and honestly even though I am still young at 18, I don’t think I will ever meet another person as strong as my mum. She really worked three jobs to raise us four and I’m so grateful. I can’t wait for when I can repay her with gifts and money of my own. She deserves every ounce of spoiling with love and gifts.
@wingchrist3900
Take care
@randomcodgm4771
Be strong bro, this made you a very strong person
@reubeng2110
i feel for you and for your mom and siblings. i hope all of your family left behind by your father have learned to cope with it and move forward