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.
When You
Shawn Mendes Lyrics
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Until you're staring at a picture of the only girl that matters, ah
I know what we're supposed to do
It's hard for me to let go of you
So I'm just tryna hold on
Hold on
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone for good
You're slipping through my fingertips
A little bit by a little bit
I didn't know that loving you was the happiest I've ever been
So I'm just tryna hold on
I need to learn how to cope without you
I'm tryna protect myself but only you know how to, yeah
Oh, I know what we're supposed to do
Oh, but I hate the thought of losing you
So, I'm just tryna hold on
Hold on
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone
I don't wanna move on
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone for good
You're slipping through my fingertips
A little bit by a little bit
I didn't know that loving you was the happiest I've ever been
So I'm just tryna hold on
Starting to feel like you don't need me
Wanna believe it's all for the better
It's getting real, I'm missing you deeply
So I'm just tryna hold on
Starting to feel like you don't need me
Wanna believe it's all for the better
It's getting real, I'm missing you deeply
So I'm just tryna hold on
Hold on
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone
I don't wanna move on
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone for good
You're slipping through my fingertips
A little bit by a little bit
I didn't know that loving you was the happiest (oh) I've ever been
So I'm just tryna hold on
(I'm just tryna hold on)
In Shawn Mendes's song When You're Gone, the artist talks about the struggle of holding on to a relationship that is slipping away. He laments that he didn't realize how happy he was when he had her and only realizes this now that she's leaving. He has trouble coming to terms with the fact that he may have to let her go. He knows that they are supposed to move on, but it's hard for him to do so. He feels like he's losing her slowly but surely, and he can't bear the thought of what it would be like without her in his life. The chorus emphasizes his reluctance to let go "I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone, I don't wanna move on, I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone for good."
Throughout the song, Shawn Mendes's vulnerability and raw emotions are evident. He admits his struggles of trying to protect himself without her and how he is missing her deeply. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus and him trying to hold on.
Overall, the song When You're Gone is relatable to anyone who has felt the pain of a deteriorating relationship or a loved one leaving. It's a poignant reminder to cherish those relationships that we have.
Line by Line Meaning
You never know how good you have it, oh-oh
It's easy to not fully appreciate what you have until it's gone.
Until you're staring at a picture of the only girl that matters, ah
Only in her absence are you reminded of how important she is to you.
I know what we're supposed to do
I understand what needs to be done in order for us to move on.
It's hard for me to let go of you
Despite understanding what needs to happen, it's difficult to move on from you.
So I'm just tryna hold on
I'm doing my best to hang on and not let go.
Hold on
I'm imploring myself to remain steadfast and persevere through difficult times.
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone
I don't want to experience the feeling of being without you.
I don't wanna move on
I'm not ready or willing to move forward without you yet.
I don't wanna know what it's like when you're gone for good
The thought of permanently losing you is too painful for me to bear.
You're slipping through my fingertips
It feels as though I'm losing my grip on our relationship and you're starting to slip away from me.
A little bit by a little bit
It's a slow and gradual process, but it's still happening.
I didn't know that loving you was the happiest I've ever been
You brought me immense joy and happiness, and I didn't fully realize it until you were gone.
Starting to feel like you don't need me
It seems as though you're becoming less reliant on me and don't need me as much anymore.
Wanna believe it's all for the better
I'm trying to convince myself that this change is ultimately a good thing.
It's getting real, I'm missing you deeply
The reality of the situation is setting in and I'm feeling a deep sense of loss.
So I'm just tryna hold on
Despite these difficult feelings, I'm still doing my best to hang on and stay strong.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jonah Shy, Shawn Mendes, Scott Harris
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
layla •
Maybe I had too many drinks
But that's just what I needed
I hope that you don't think that what I'm saying sounds conceited
When I look across the room, and you're staring right back at me
Like somebody told a joke and we're the only ones laughin'
Don't know why I tried
'Cause ain't nobody like you
Familiar disappointment every single time I do
Every single night my arms are not around you
My mind's still wrapped around you
Baby, tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin'
Baby, any time you're ready
I'm waitin'
Even ten years from now
If you haven't found somebody
I promise, I'll be around
Tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin'
What if my dad is right
When he says that you're the one
No, I can't even argue
I won't even fight him on it
Call you when it's late
And I know that you're in bed
'Cause I'm three hours back
Seems like you're always six ahead
Don't know why I tried
'Cause ain't nobody like you
Familiar disappointment every single time I do
Every single night my arms are not around you
My mind's still wrapped around you
Baby, tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin'
Baby, any time you're ready
I'm waitin'
Even ten years from now
If you haven't found somebody
I promise, I'll be around
Tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin', yeah
And if I have to, I'll wait forever
Say the word and I'll change my plans
Yeah, you know that we fit together
I know your heart like the back of my hand
So baby, tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin'
Baby, any time you're ready
I'm waitin'
Even ten years from now
If you haven't found somebody
I promise, I'll be around
Tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin', yeah
Baby, tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin'
Baby, any time you're ready
I'm waitin', oh
Even ten years from now
If you haven't found somebody
I promise, I'll be around
Tell me when you're ready
I'm waitin', I'm waitin'
OK I know this is a music video but I did it anyway
Gold Coast Music
Hope you enjoy these lyric video on our favourites from shawn mendes incredible self titled album, thank you shawn! ❤
Noorazam Zain
1:55 I think it's "Heart" or "Hard", not hide, nonetheless I enjoyed it, thanks for the upload, and of course, thank you Shawn for these songs! :)
Daniel Monarrez
Gold Coast Music life can be busy move forward through adulthood home town false information
King Mendes
I think you should open “Mendes Music” channel !!! If you opens this channel(god forbid😂🙏🏻) I will stuck with phone ALL 24 HOURS 😂😂😆😆😆 MENDES ARMY
Jayne Mcenery
Gold Coast Music 9
Bia
it isnt hide, its: i know your heart like the back of my hand
Sofi
“If I told you the whole story of Camila, it would take a long time. I would say that you have to fight for someone you really love. And if you really truly love them, you'll get them, it just takes time."
Julieta Mor
Dudeee Im here after seeing that video too
Sofi
@Julieta Mor I think it brought many people back to this😭🙌🏻
Hindrarti Devi Prayogo
That was Shawn's statement in the Q&A session with his fans, right? Glad to hear that they're really in love being together, after all these years