Affirmation
Savage Garden;Darren Hayes Lyrics


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I believe the sun should never set upon an argument
I believe we place our happiness in other people's hands
I believe that junk food tastes so good because it's bad for you
I believe your parents did the best job they knew how to do
I believe that beauty magazines promote low self esteem
I believe I'm loved when I'm completely by myself alone

I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned
I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye

I believe you can't control or choose your sexuality
I believe that trust is more important than monogamy
I believe that your most attractive features are your heart and soul
I believe that family is worth more than money or gold
I believe the struggle for financial freedom isn't fair
I believe the only ones who disagree are millionaires

I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned
I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye

I believe forgiveness is the key to your unhappiness
I believe that wedded bliss negates the need to be undressed
I believe that God does not endorse TV evangelists
I believe in love surviving death into eternity

I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned




I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Savage Garden’s song Affirmation speak to the heart of personal belief systems and the importance of authenticity. Throughout the song, we hear the singer express a range of beliefs from the importance of forgiveness and love to the value of family over money. The first verse addresses the idea that arguments should not be prolonged past sunset, as unresolved conflict can lead to greater problems. The second verse touches on the idea that true love is only appreciated after experiencing heartbreak. The third verse speaks to how our beliefs shape our perspectives and that the struggle for financial stability is not equal for all.


Overall, the song is a reminder that what we believe shapes our experiences in life. It encourages us to be mindful of our beliefs and values and to live authentically. It encourages us to acknowledge the complexities of life and to appreciate the good in our lives before it’s gone. The idea of Karma is also presented throughout the song, suggesting that what we put out into the world will ultimately come back to us.


Line by Line Meaning

I believe the sun should never set upon an argument
I believe in resolving conflicts promptly and fairly.


I believe we place our happiness in other people's hands
I believe that we rely too much on others for our own happiness.


I believe that junk food tastes so good because it's bad for you
I believe that our body craves unhealthy things, even though they may be bad for us.


I believe your parents did the best job they knew how to do
I believe that our parents try their best to raise us, even if they make mistakes.


I believe that beauty magazines promote low self esteem
I believe that society's unrealistic beauty standards can negatively affect one's self-confidence.


I believe I'm loved when I'm completely by myself alone
I believe that true love comes from within and one can find it by being comfortable with themselves.


I believe in Karma what you give is what you get returned
I believe in the concept of Karma, where your actions determine your future experiences.


I believe you can't appreciate real love until you've been burned
I believe that experiencing heartbreak allows one to better understand and appreciate genuine love.


I believe the grass is no more greener on the other side
I believe that things are not always better elsewhere and one should be content with what they have.


I believe you don't know what you've got until you say goodbye
I believe that we often take things for granted and it's only when they're gone that we realize their true worth.


I believe you can't control or choose your sexuality
I believe that one's sexual orientation is not a choice and cannot be changed.


I believe that trust is more important than monogamy
I believe that having an honest and strong sense of trust is more important in a relationship than solely being exclusive.


I believe that your most attractive features are your heart and soul
I believe that one's inner qualities are more desirable than their physical appearance.


I believe that family is worth more than money or gold
I believe that familial love and relationships are more valuable than material possessions.


I believe the struggle for financial freedom isn't fair
I believe that gaining financial stability is not always equitable and may require significant hardship.


I believe the only ones who disagree are millionaires
I believe that only those who have reached significant wealth can disagree with the previous line.


I believe forgiveness is the key to your unhappiness
I believe that holding onto grudges and resentment can cause one to become unhappy and forgiveness is key to moving past it.


I believe that wedded bliss negates the need to be undressed
I believe that a strong, committed relationship can still thrive despite physical changes over time.


I believe that God does not endorse TV evangelists
I believe that using religion for personal profit or gain goes against the true intentions and values of faith.


I believe in love surviving death into eternity
I believe in the idea of love transcending death and continuing forever.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Daniel Jones, Darren Stanley Hayes

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@AlejandroSalomonEmprendeduro

This hits differently as you get older... damn ❤️

@MsJenn1985

@That420Guy my husband used to sing this song to me and say “this is us”, he died at Christmas and my friend heard it yesterday and said “this is you”, from that exact line, and I knew what I had, but you still live with regret regardless xx

@colinesquire2480

Absolutely you realise how much trivial stuff bothered you before

@KIELTUR

We are getting wiser. I love the lyrics. It is a poem - an affirmation

@catzb37

@MsJenn1985 I am so sorry for your loss! 💚

@eddiepenman8291

Very true

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@lyndaclark344

I'm so glad this is getting a revival in 2024!!!

@brandonmoore7497

I’m listening to Savage Garden Affirmation early February 2024

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@guillecanales11

“I believe your most attractive features are your heart and soul” so true! Who’s listening in 2021!!!

@nailsbykacey9979

Greets from Germany 🙂

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