Never Never
Sampha Sbtrkt Lyrics
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On the other hand it's hard to talk to anyone else
You can't help-can't help where your mind goes
So lets' harvest on the moon with the autumn snow
'Cause I've never never had so much to gain and threw it all away
And if I ever ever had the chance again I'd probably do the same
Singing ooh I've only let you down
Singing ooh I've left you the crown
Watching yourself in your dreams like wide awake
Hoping hoping you'll return my calls
Convince myself on my health that it's not my fault
'Cause I've never never had so much to gain and threw it all away
And if I ever ever had the chance again I'd probably do the same
Singing ooh I've only let you down
Singing ooh I've left you the crown
No one ever had so much to gain or so much to lose
No one ever had so much to gain or so much to lose
No one ever had so much to gain or so much to lose
No one ever had so much to gain or so much to lose
If I ever had If I ever had if I ever had If I ever had another
See I've never never had so much to gain and threw it all away
And if I ever ever had a chance again I'd probably do the same
Singing ooh I've only let you down
Singing ooh I've left you the crown
See I've never never had so much to gain or had so much to lose
And if I ever ever get past the shame and get through the bruises
Singing ooh I'll never let you down
Singing ooh I never left the crown
The lyrics of Sampha Sbtrkt's song "Never Never" explore the inner struggles and conflicts one can experience when dealing with personal growth, self-doubt, and the repercussions of past actions.
The opening lines, "It's complicated when you gravitate towards yourself / On the other hand, it's hard to talk to anyone else," suggest a difficulty in connecting with others due to the intense self-introspection taking place. This could refer to a person being caught up in their own thoughts and emotions, making it challenging to engage with others on a deeper level.
The next lines, "You can't help, can't help where your mind goes / So let's harvest on the moon with the autumn snow," hint at a desire to escape the complications of the mind. The reference to harvesting on the moon with autumn snow symbolizes a longing for something unattainable or inaccessible, perhaps representing a desire for a fresh start or a sense of tranquility.
The chorus, "Cause I've never never had so much to gain and threw it all away / And if I ever ever had the chance again, I'd probably do the same," reflects a sense of regret and missed opportunities. The singer acknowledges that they had valuable things within their reach but ultimately lost them due to their own actions. This may reflect a recurring pattern of self-sabotage or a lack of confidence in making the right choices.
The second verse continues to delve into the singer's inner turmoil. "Hoping, hoping you'll return my calls / Convince myself on my health that it's not my fault" suggests a desire for reconciliation and a struggle to accept responsibility for their part in the situation. The singer hopes for a chance to make amends but also battles with self-doubt and tries to convince themselves that they are not entirely to blame.
The repetition of the lines, "No one ever had so much to gain or so much to lose," emphasizes the magnitude of the singer's internal conflict. It highlights the weight of their experiences, suggesting that their personal journey is unique and filled with both opportunities and consequences.
The closing lines, "Singing ooh I've only let you down / Singing ooh I've left you the crown" express a sense of remorse and acknowledgement of the pain they have caused. It implies that the singer feels responsible for disappointing someone and relinquishing their position of power or importance.
Overall, the lyrics of "Never Never" delve into themes of self-reflection, missed opportunities, and the complex emotions that accompany personal growth. By exploring these internal struggles, the song captures the universal human experience of grappling with one's own choices and their impact on relationships and personal fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
It's complicated when you gravitate towards yourself
It becomes complex when you are drawn towards your own thoughts and feelings
On the other hand it's hard to talk to anyone else
However, it becomes difficult to communicate with others
You can't help-can't help where your mind goes
You have no control over the direction your thoughts take
So let's harvest on the moon with the autumn snow
Let's find solace or peace in a distant, peaceful place
'Cause I've never never had so much to gain and threw it all away
Because I've never had such great opportunities before and wasted them
And if I ever ever had the chance again I'd probably do the same
And if I ever had another opportunity, I would likely make the same mistakes
Singing ooh I've only let you down
Expressing regret for disappointing someone
Singing ooh I've left you the crown
Acknowledging that you have abandoned your responsibilities or position of power
Open up open up to see your, see your face
Revealing one's true emotions and looking at the person they care about
Watching yourself in your dreams like wide awake
Observing oneself in dreams with vividness, as if they are fully awake
Hoping hoping you'll return my calls
Desiring and wishing for the person to respond to their attempts at communication
Convince myself on my health that it's not my fault
Trying to persuade oneself that their emotional well-being is not their own fault
No one ever had so much to gain or so much to lose
No one has ever had such incredible potential for success or failure
If I ever had If I ever had if I ever had If I ever had another
If I ever had another chance or opportunity
See I've never never had so much to gain and threw it all away
Because I've never had such great opportunities before and wasted them
And if I ever ever had a chance again I'd probably do the same
And if I ever had another opportunity, I would likely make the same mistakes
Singing ooh I've only let you down
Expressing regret for disappointing someone
Singing ooh I've left you the crown
Acknowledging that you have abandoned your responsibilities or position of power
See I've never never had so much to gain or had so much to lose
Because I've never had such great opportunities before or faced such high risks
And if I ever ever get past the shame and get through the bruises
And if I ever overcome the guilt and heal from the emotional wounds
Singing ooh I'll never let you down
Promising to never disappoint or betray someone again
Singing ooh I never left the crown
Asserting that they have always maintained their position of power or authority
Lyrics © BEGGARS MUSIC, LTD.
Written by: AARON THOMAS JEROME FOULDS, SAMPHA SISAY
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