Career
In June 2020, Sanchez posted a cover of Cage the Elephant's "Cigarette Daydreams" on TikTok; he built an audience through a steady stream of content attracting over 122 thousand followers on TikTok.
After he shared a snippet of "Lady by the Sea", singer-songwriter Jeremy Zucker offered to produce the official version, which was released in July 2020; as a result Sanchez signed a deal with Republic Records. He worked with producer Ian Fitchuk on his debut EP What Was, Not Now, released in October 2021.[2] On November 4, 2022, he released a single with Ashe, titled "Missing You". On January 25, 2023, he released a single titled "Evangeline" which preceded his headline tour.
Sanchez appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to promote the song and his headline tour. Sanchez performed his song "Evangeline" on the show. [4] On April 28, 2023, Sanchez released his next single, titled "Only Girl".
On June 25, 2023, Sanchez appeared on stage with Elton John playing "Until I Found You" at Glastonbury 2023.
Love Life
Stephen Sanchez Lyrics
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I didn't wanna live but I still wanted love
Will she keep me around for a little while longer?
Just a man in his head too afraid to commit
But a little drop of blood helped him not to forget
That he might want to stay for a little while longer
And all these streams down your cheeks
Let's stop smiling
Won't stop crying
I know you want this to be over
I can′t see that your heartbeat′s shaking
I know it's hard if I′m not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
Again
Oh the feel that keeps me driving
All my flesh on my bones
Now those are growing scarce since they used up my soul
Can you hold on for just a little while longer?
I ran around with strangers in a childhood before
But even when surrounded I still feel numb
All the time
I can't see that your insides dying
Let′s stop smiling
Won't stop crying
I know you want this to be over
I can′t see that your heartbeat's shaking
I know it's hard if I′m not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
Oh I just need someone to hear me when all the quiet screaming next to
You don′t hear me at all
You don't listen at all
Are you listening at all?
I can′t see that your insides dying
Let's stop smiling
Won′t stop crying
I know you want this to be over
I can't see that your heartbeat′s shaking
I know it's hard if I'm not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
The song Love Life by Stephen Sanchez is a soulful ballad that talks about the struggles of life and the desire for love and companionship. The lyrics talk about the scars on the wrists from past self-harm, the numbness that lingers despite being surrounded by people, and the longing for someone to truly listen and understand. The song is a cry for help and a call to try to love life again.
Sanchez talks about the paradox of wanting love but not being able to commit due to fear of rejection or abandonment. The little drop of blood that he describes symbolizes the pain and hurt that he has endured but also serves as a reminder that there is still hope to stay a little longer. Despite the tears and the internal turmoil, Sanchez urges the listener to try to love life again and not give up.
The chorus, accompanied by a powerful piano melody, emphasizes the pain and struggle of the singer. Sanchez sings about the insides dying and the heartbeat shaking, acknowledging the difficulty in trying to heal and move forward. However, despite the bleakness of the situation, he encourages the listener to keep trying and to not give up hope.
Line by Line Meaning
I’ve got scars on my wrist from where I used to cut
I self-harmed in the past.
I didn't wanna live but I still wanted love
I was suicidal, but still wanted to feel loved.
Will she keep me around for a little while longer?
I’m worried the person I’m with may leave me soon.
Just a man in his head too afraid to commit
I struggle with the idea of committing to a relationship.
But a little drop of blood helped him not to forget
That he might want to stay for a little while longer
My scars serve as a reminder that I have a reason to live.
And all these streams down your cheeks
I can′t see that your insides dying
You’re crying, and it's clear that you’re hurting on the inside.
Let's stop smiling
Won't stop crying
I know you want this to be over
You’re trying to hide your pain, but it’s not working. You want the pain to end.
I can′t see that your heartbeat′s shaking
I know it's hard if I′m not mistaken
You’re struggling, and it’s evident by the way your heart is racing.
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
Again
You want to find the strength to love life again.
Oh the feel that keeps me driving
All my flesh on my bones
Now those are growing scarce since they used up my soul
Can you hold on for just a little while longer?
I’m running on fumes, struggling to keep going. Can you hang in there with me for a little while longer?
I ran around with strangers in a childhood before
But even when surrounded I still feel numb
All the time
I had a rough childhood and feel disconnected from others, even when surrounded by people.
Oh I just need someone to hear me when all the quiet screaming next to
You don′t hear me at all
You don't listen at all
Are you listening at all?
I’m screaming on the inside, and I just need someone to hear me. Do you even care enough to listen?
Writer(s): Stephen Sanchez
Contributed by Makayla C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@itssord3496
Lyrics :
I've got scars on my wrist
From where I used to cut
I didn't wanna live but
I still wanted love
Oh, she kept me around
For a little while longer
Just a man in his head
Too afraid to commit
But a little drop of blood
Helped him not to forget
That he might want to stay
For a little while longer
And all these streams down your cheeks
I can see that your insides dying
Less time smilin'
More time crying
I know you want this to be over
I can see that your heartbeat's shaking
I know it's hard if I'm not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
Again
Oh the fuel that keeps me driving
Are my flesh on my bones and
Now those are growing scarce
Since I used up my soul
Can you hold on for just a little while longer?
I ran around with strangers
And I tried to be fun
But even when surrounded I still feel numb
All the time
I can see that your insides dying
Less time smilin'
More time crying
I know you want this to be over
I can see that your heartbeat's shaking
I know it's hard if I'm not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
Oh I just need someone to hear me
When I call though I am screaming next to
You don't hear me at all
Are you listening at all?
Are you listening at all?
I can see that your insides dying
Less time smilin'
More time crying
I know you want this to be over
I can see that your heartbeat's shaking
I know it's hard if I'm not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
@joelibabao8796
I've got scars on my wrist from where I used to cut
I didn't wanna live but I still wanted love
Will she keep me around for a little while longer?
Just a man in his head too afraid to commit
But a little drop of blood helped him not to forget
That he might want to stay for a little while longer
And all these streams down your cheeks
I can't see that your insides dying
Let's stop smiling
Won't stop crying
I know you want this to be over
I can't see that your heartbeat's shaking
I know it's hard if I'm not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
Again
Oh the feel that keeps me driving
All my flesh on my bones
Now those are growing scarce since they used up my soul
Can you hold on for just a little while longer?
I ran around with strangers in a childhood before
But even when surrounded I still feel numb
All the time
I can't see that your insides dying
Let's stop smiling
Won't stop crying
I know you want this to be over
I can't see that your heartbeat's shaking
I know it's hard if I'm not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
Oh I just need someone to hear me when all the quiet screaming next to
You don't hear me at all
You don't listen at all
Are you listening at all?
I can't see that your insides dying
Let's stop smiling
Won't stop crying
I know you want this to be over
I can't see that your heartbeat's shaking
I know it's hard if I'm not mistaken
I know you wanna try
To try to love life
@hellokitty-vy3zq
no because it sounds so cheery and happy but the lyrics hurt so bad. absolute perfection.
@narutosusumaki4531
True
@jacobfletcher7454
EVERY SONG YOU MAKE IS SO GOOD
@esmazeybekoglu8809
literally they are
@putriprakasitanugrahenny425
Agree!
@christianjaysegovia4069
Exactly
@sithanousith5579
Totally agree
@imfaisal17
i agree
@elgieliliamas7171
This guy is so underrated he deserves more subscribers and million of views
@tovinnflost1909
Bro agree😘