Don't leave
Shaun Reynolds Lyrics
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Now and then, I'm a mess
Please don't hold that against me
I'm a guy with a temper and heat
I know I can be crazy
But I'm not just a fuck-up, I'm the fuck-up you need
I don't hear nobody when you focus on me
Tell me you see
'Cause I know that you've been thinking 'bout it
Don't leave
Shut your mind off and let your heart breathe
You don't need to be worried
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better than me (better than me)
In a room full of people with you
I don't see anybody else, no
When we fight, and you're right
So sorry, I make it just so difficult
But I'm not just a fuck-up, I'm the fuck-up you need
I don't hear nobody when you focus on me
Perfectly imperfect, yeah, I hope that you see
Tell me you see
'Cause I know that you've been thinking 'bout it
Don't leave
Shut your mind off and let your heart breathe
You don't need to be worried
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Don't go
What we have here is irreplaceable
No, I won't trade this for nothing
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Sitting in the living room
You look at me, I stare at you
I see the doubt, I see the love
I have and it is all for you
Let me wrap myself around you, baby
Let me tell you you are everything, you are
Losing my words, I don't know where to start
But baby, don't leave me
Shut your mind off and let your heart hear me
I won't trade this for nothing
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Don't leave
Shut your mind off and let your heart breathe
You don't need to be worried
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Don't go
What we have here is irreplaceable
No, I won't trade this for nothing
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better than me
Love you better than me
The song "Don't Leave" by Shaun Reynolds is about a man who admits to his flaws and imperfections, but pleads with his partner not to leave him because of them. He acknowledges that he can be difficult, with a temper and a tendency to mess up, but assures his partner that he is exactly the person they need. He recognizes that he may never fully get his life together, but is confident that nobody will love his partner more than he does. The song expresses the fear of losing someone who has become a crucial part of one's life, despite all of their shortcomings.
The first verse highlights the singer's self-awareness of being a "mess" and having a difficult personality. Despite this, he emphasizes that he is more than just a "fuck-up" and that his partner needs him, flaws and all. The chorus repeatedly pleads with the partner not to leave, telling them to shut off their mind and listen to their heart. The singer recognizes that their partner may have doubts and worries, but assures them that they are irreplaceable and that the love they share is invaluable. The bridge further reinforces the singer's love and devotion to their partner, as they express their desire to wrap themselves around their partner and shower them with love.
Overall, "Don't Leave" is a heartfelt plea for love and understanding, despite one's flaws and imperfections. It speaks to the universal fear of losing someone who has become an integral part of one's life and the need for love and acceptance, even in the face of difficulties and challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
You know me
I am familiar to you
Now and then, I'm a mess
Occasionally, I have difficulties and personal struggles
Please don't hold that against me
I hope you won't judge me based on my shortcomings
I'm a guy with a temper and heat
I have a passionate, sometimes hot-headed personality
I know I can be crazy
I acknowledge that my behavior can sometimes be erratic
But I'm not just a fuck-up, I'm the fuck-up you need
Despite my flaws, I believe I am the perfect person for you
I don't hear nobody when you focus on me
When you are with me, I am able to tune out everything else and solely focus on you
Perfectly imperfect, yeah, I hope that you see
I accept that I am flawed, but I hope you can appreciate my imperfections
Tell me you see
Please confirm that you understand and accept me
'Cause I know that you've been thinking 'bout it
I am aware that you have been contemplating our relationship
Don't leave
Please don't end our relationship
Shut your mind off and let your heart breathe
Try not to overthink things and just follow your heart
You don't need to be worried
Don't stress or fret unnecessarily
I may not ever get my shit together
I may never fully fix my issues and flaws
But ain't nobody gonna love you better than me (better than me)
Despite my faults, I believe I am the best person to love you
In a room full of people with you
Even when surrounded by others, my focus is solely on you
I don't see anybody else, no
No one else catches my attention or interest like you do
When we fight, and you're right
During arguments, sometimes you are correct
So sorry, I make it just so difficult
I apologize for making things challenging at times
Don't go
Please don't leave me
What we have here is irreplaceable
Our relationship is unique and cannot be replaced
No, I won't trade this for nothing
I wouldn't give up our love for anything
Sitting in the living room
We are currently together in the living room
You look at me, I stare at you
We are gazing into each other's eyes
I see the doubt, I see the love
I can sense both uncertainty and affection from you
I have and it is all for you
My love and devotion is only for you
Let me wrap myself around you, baby
Let me embrace and hold you tightly
Let me tell you you are everything, you are
I want to express that you are everything to me
Losing my words, I don't know where to start
I am so overwhelmed with emotion that I am struggling to articulate myself
But baby, don't leave me
I am begging you to not end our relationship
Shut your mind off and let your heart hear me
Try to ignore external factors and listen to your heart, which will tell you to stay with me
Love you better than me
I truly believe that I am the best person to love you
Writer(s): Joseph Robert Janiak, Karen Marie Orsted, Oliver Mark Dickinson, Negin Djafari, James Alexander David, Rachel Agatha Keen
Contributed by Leo W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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LYRICS
You know me
Now and then, I'm a mess
Please don't hold that against me
I'm a girl with a temper and heat
I know I can be crazy
But I'm not just a fuck-up, I'm the fuck-up you need
I don't hear nobody when you focus on me
Perfectly imperfect, yeah, I hope that you see
Tell me you see
'Cause I know that you've been thinking 'bout it
Don't leave
Shut your mind off and let your heart breathe
You don't need to be worried
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Don't go
What we have here is irreplaceable
No, I won't trade this for nothing
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better than me, yeah
Love you better than me
In a room full of people with you
I don't see anybody else, no
When we fight, and you're right
So sorry, I make it just so difficult
But I'm not just a fuck-up, I'm the fuck-up you love
We ain't like nobody else, tell me so what
Perfectly imperfect, yeah, baby, that's us
Baby, that's us
'Cause I know that you've been thinking 'bout it
Don't leave
Shut your mind off and let your heart breathe
You don't need to be worried
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Don't go
What we have here is irreplaceable
No, I won't trade this for nothing
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Sitting in the living room
You look at me, I stare at you
I see the doubt, I see the love
I have and it is all for you
Let me wrap myself around you, baby
Let me tell you you are everything, you are
Losing my words, I don't know where to start
But baby, don't leave me
Shut your mind off and let your heart hear me
I won't trade this for nothing
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
Don't leave
Shut your mind off and let your heart breathe
You don't need to be worried
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better
(There ain't nobody gonna love you better than me)
Don't go
What we have here is irreplaceable
No, I won't trade this for nothing
I may not ever get my shit together
But ain't nobody gonna love you better than me, yeah
Love you better than me
@jacobleeofficial
An honour collaborating with you bro 🌹
Hope you all enjoy 🙏
@ShaunDReynolds
Absolute pleasure working with you man! Can't wait til you come to London at some point!
@CourtneyyRaeee
You might just have to come out here Shaun!! :D
@eddiegreene7334
Jacob Lee beautiful vocals
@tashal6785
@jacobleemusic ~ Love this one as well ...Good Heaven's...in my playlist along with ALL your others...never cease to be the lyrical astronaut in your musical space shuttle...Stars will be aligning to watch you pass them by!
@joy508
@Eddie Greene 9
@FaitheStClair
I am in tears. Your music is so soulful. Your eyes speak so many words!! ❤
Thank you Jacob Lee for making your music!!! It keeps me going when I'm in my darkest moments.
@HenkBabois
Amazing, totally love this!
@colindion4120
Henk Babois I hope that you'll cover this song soon
@andreachavez7826
Woah! This is totally amazing!!!! Unreal...