i miss you
Slumbers Lyrics


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Life is a funny thing
The more you try the more it starts crumbling
And when you hold it too closely
That's when it all starts spinning away
But baby, I would stay inside
And wait for you
I want to die but there's nothing
Else that we can do
But baby, I would stay inside
And wait for you
I want you well and I'll go through hell
Just to make it true
I'll wait for you
I will hide away and wait for you
Oh, it's such a tricky thing
All the joy and grief that life can bring
And though the sun goes down
Somewhere else it's dawn and rising
But baby, I would stay inside
And wait for you
I want to die but there's nothing
Else that we can do
But baby, I would stay inside
And wait for you
I want you well and I'll go through hell
Just to make it true
I'll wait for you
I will hide away and wait for you
Now, we're so far away
I can't hold you when you cry and it kills me




And though it hurts to see
Through the tears your eyes are sparkling

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Slumbers's song "i miss you" convey a sense of perseverance and devotion in the face of challenges in life and relationships. The first paragraph emphasizes the unpredictable nature of life, suggesting that the more one tries to control or hold onto it, the more it crumbles. The line "when you hold it too closely, that's when it all starts spinning away" metaphorically expresses how trying too hard to control or possess something can lead to its destruction. Despite this, the singer expresses a willingness to stay and wait for someone, even if it feels like there's nothing else they can do.


In the second paragraph, the singer reiterates their commitment to waiting for the person they miss, even if it means enduring hardship. The line "I want to die but there's nothing else that we can do" may express the depths of their longing and despair, suggesting that waiting for the person to return is the only option they see. However, their devotion remains strong, reflected in the line "I want you well, and I'll go through hell just to make it true." This suggests that the singer is willing to face any challenges or difficulties to ensure the well-being and happiness of the person they miss.


In the third paragraph, the singer acknowledges the distance between themselves and the person they miss. Not being able to physically be with them when they're upset is described as a painful experience that "kills" them. Despite this, the singer finds solace in seeing the sparkle in the person's eyes even through their tears. This line could represent a sense of hope or reassurance that, despite the physical separation, their emotional connection remains intact.


Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of longing, commitment, and sacrifice. The singer is willing to endure hardships and wait indefinitely for the person they miss, even if it means experiencing pain and longing from a distance. The song captures the complex emotions and challenges faced in maintaining relationships and the resilience required to stay committed.


Line by Line Meaning

Life is a funny thing
Life is unpredictable and filled with unexpected twists and turns


The more you try the more it starts crumbling
Putting in more effort sometimes leads to things falling apart


And when you hold it too closely
When you become too attached and clingy to life or people


That's when it all starts spinning away
Everything begins to unravel and slip out of your grasp


But baby, I would stay inside
Despite the difficulties, I would remain by your side


And wait for you
I will patiently endure and wait for you


I want to die but there's nothing
I feel overwhelmed and hopeless, but there are no other options


Else that we can do
There are no alternative solutions available to us


But baby, I would stay inside
Nevertheless, I would continue to be with you


And wait for you
I will persistently wait for you


I want you well and I'll go through hell
I desire your happiness and I'm willing to endure any hardships


Just to make it true
In order to make our love and relationship a reality


I'll wait for you
I'll have patience and wait for you


I will hide away and wait for you
I will seclude myself and patiently wait for you


Oh, it's such a tricky thing
Life is complex and full of challenges


All the joy and grief that life can bring
Experiencing both happiness and sadness that life has to offer


And though the sun goes down
Even when circumstances become difficult or negative


Somewhere else it's dawn and rising
In another place, there is hope and new beginnings


Now, we're so far away
Currently, we are physically distant from each other


I can't hold you when you cry and it kills me
It pains me not to be able to comfort and support you when you're upset


And though it hurts to see
Despite the emotional pain it causes me


Through the tears your eyes are sparkling
There is still a glimmer of hope and beauty in your eyes despite the sorrow




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Joshua Perna

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

GuukanKitsune

This gives me chills every single time.

Golden Slumbers is ALREADY a painfully tearjerking song. Even to those who don't know that it was written, specifically, as a farewell to all the Beatles fans once they knew they were breaking up and it was the end. It was the last song they performed and recorded together as a band and was intended to be the final song of their final album.

This swell, this voice, gives that bittersweet longing for a bygone time when everything was simpler and happier such POWER. It's almost too much. It tugs the heartstrings so hard they nearly break.

It was at this exact moment, THIS MOMENT, that I knew I was going to love this movie.

The fact it becomes the leitmotif for the entire film makes it all the better.



All comments from YouTube:

scltd11

starts at 0:58

Zain Alsabah

scltd11 thanks 😂

Riley Brandt

scltd11 no it's starts at 0:59 not 0:58 ok kid

Sergej Galejev

+Drewby Evanso :D Thank you, buddy!

Nathaline G

Definitely! Jennifer Hudson made it the best

empty lies

Once there was a way
To get back homeward.
Once there was a way
To get back home.

Sleep, pretty darling, do not cry
And I will sing a lullaby.

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Najwa Hamideh

I wish there was a full cover with that voice omg

Crisp Bread

Najwa Hamideh There is.

Josue Morales

Legacie E Phillips whats it called?

Christian Castillo

Najwa Hamideh Just search it here, it's Jennifer Hudson

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