His second studio album Illuminate (2016) also debuted at number one in the US, with its singles "Treat You Better" and "There's Nothing Holdin' Me Back" reaching the top 10 in several countries. His self-titled third studio album (2018) was supported by the lead single "In My Blood". The album's number one debut in the US made Mendes the third-youngest artist to achieve three number one albums. In 2019, he released the hit singles "If I Can't Have You" and "Señorita", with the latter peaking atop the US Billboard Hot 100. His fourth studio album, Wonder (2020), made Mendes the youngest male artist ever to top the Billboard 200 with four studio albums.
Among his accolades, Mendes has won 13 SOCAN awards, 10 MTV Europe Music Awards, eight Juno Awards, eight iHeartRadio MMVAs, two American Music Awards, and received three nominations for a Grammy Award and one nomination for a Brit Award. In 2018, Time named Mendes as one of the 100 most influential people in the world on their annual list.
A Little Too Much
Shawn Mendes Lyrics
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But being and feeling alone was too much to face
Though everyone said that she was so strong
What they didn't know is that she could barely carry on
But she knew that she would be okay
So she didn't let it get in her way, sing with me
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much
She would always tell herself she could do this
She would use no help, it would be just fine
But when it got hard she would lose her focus
So take my hand and we'll be alright
And she knew that she would be okay, scream it out
So she didn't let it get in her way, sing it with me
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much
A little too much, I said a little too much, oh
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much, yeah
Sometimes it all gets a little too much, sing it
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much, it all gets a little too much
The lyrics to Shawn Mendes's song A Little Too Much describe the struggles and internal battles that one faces when feeling alone, overwhelmed and scared. The song begins by acknowledging the strength and resilience that the person in question showed outwardly, while concealing the emotional turmoil that they were grappling with internally. The lyrics "But being and feeling alone was too much to face. Though everyone said that she was so strong, what they didn't know is that she could barely carry on" exemplify this.
The chorus of the song serves as a comforting message, reassuring the person experiencing these emotions that they are not alone, that others too have gone through similar experiences and that with time, clarity will come. The lyrics "Sometimes it all gets a little too much, but you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up. And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same. And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much" signifying this message.
As the song progresses, the lyrics reveal the person's struggle to believe in their own abilities and their tendency to isolate themselves when facing difficulties. Yet, the song provides a glimmer of hope, encouraging the person to reach out for help and support. The lyrics "So take my hand and we'll be alright" symbolise this.
Overall, the song acts as a source of comfort, offering support to individuals who face similar internal struggles. It bravely acknowledges the daunting emotions that one can face in these circumstances and resonates with listeners who experience these feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
She would not show that she was afraid
She tried to hide her fears
But being and feeling alone was too much to face
She struggled with loneliness and it was overwhelming
Though everyone said that she was so strong
People thought she was brave and tough
What they didn't know is that she could barely carry on
They were unaware of her difficulty coping with her problems
But she knew that she would be okay
She had faith that she would overcome her struggles
So she didn't let it get in her way
She didn't allow her fears to control her life
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
Occasionally, our issues become overwhelming
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
We must remember that challenges will eventually pass
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
We should find comfort in the fact that we all face obstacles
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much
We can accept that our struggles can be difficult to handle
She would always tell herself she could do this
She would reassure herself that she could manage
She would use no help it would be just fine
She refused to ask for assistance
But when it got hard she would lose her focus
She had trouble staying on track when it became challenging
So take my hand and we'll be alright
We can support each other through tough times
A little too much, I said a little too much, oh
Our problems can sometimes feel like too much to handle
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SHAWN MENDES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Haselnuss3000
Here's the lyrics!
She would not show that she was afraid,
But being and feeling alone was too much to face,
Though everyone said that she was so strong,
What they didn't know is that she could barely carry on,
But she knew that she would be okay,
So she didn't let it get in her way,
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much,
She would always tell herself she could do this
She would use no help it would be just fine
But when it got hard she would lose her focus
So take my hand and we'll be alright
And she knew that she would be okay,
So she didn't let it get in her way,
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much, yeah.
A little too much, I said a little too much, oh.
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much yeah!
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much.
@kingmendes2663
It's been almost 1 and a half year since my parents divorced which made my life change. I used to he a very haply kid . after that incident my life turned upside down. When tyb released I fell in love with him. I searched things about him and his music and became a really big fan.
This year I was literally suffering from anxiety, social anxiety, depression and other mental disorders. I became suicidal, I self harmed but what kept me alive and strong was music. I don't only listen to Shawn but Shawn was the first artist I got into his music.
This song reminds me of everything that's going on in my life and every time I'm in tears.
It gives me strength to move on and never give up and I hope that soon the fog will clear up
This is so inspiring and I miss this kind of music but still I'm thankful that music exists because it's my recovery and without it everything would be different.
Thanks if you read it all!!🖤
Stay strong everyone and never give up!!! |-/
@asafkamm9248
She would not show that she was afraid
But being and feeling alone was too much to face
Though everyone said that she was so strong
What they didn't know is that she could barely carry on
But she knew that she would be okay
So she didn't let it get in her way
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much
And she would always tell herself she could do this
She would use no help it would be just fine
But when it got hard she would lose her focus
So take my hand and we'll be alright
And she knew that she would be okay
So she didn't let it get in her way
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much, yeah
A little too much, I said a little too much, oh
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much yeah
Sometimes it all gets a little too much
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much
@stepha8571
it's literally 1am and im sitting here listening to this for the billionth time whilst crying my heart out
@SushiMooshy
Steph A 1:32 rn
@lemongrab23
i can relate, except 2 am
@shydolly
same
@rosellaplays6213
Steph A same but it’s 3 am for me😂anyways my life is really hard and this I live this song so much🥺it really helps
@jenz9403
everything's gonna be okay:)
@Haselnuss3000
Here's the lyrics!
She would not show that she was afraid,
But being and feeling alone was too much to face,
Though everyone said that she was so strong,
What they didn't know is that she could barely carry on,
But she knew that she would be okay,
So she didn't let it get in her way,
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much,
She would always tell herself she could do this
She would use no help it would be just fine
But when it got hard she would lose her focus
So take my hand and we'll be alright
And she knew that she would be okay,
So she didn't let it get in her way,
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much, yeah.
A little too much, I said a little too much, oh.
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much yeah!
Sometimes it all gets a little too much,
But you gotta realize that soon the fog will clear up,
And you don't have to be afraid, because we're all the same,
And we know that sometimes it all gets a little too much.
@allzaywenwaskito8570
Thx!
@ushaverma2010
thanks
@salenac.mallory6698
how did you do that with out getting bored