Next To You
Tellef Raabe Lyrics
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I was getting by
I slept soundly
And lived alone for a while
But when you fall asleep upon my chest
And I feel the softness of your breath
I can't sleep anywhere else than next to you
I wasn't unhappy but I'm happier with you
I'm not very shy
And I ain't having a bicket in my stride
But I found the coverage to collide
And every time we touch it's magnified
But when you fall asleep upon my chest
And I feel the softness of your breath
I can not sleep anywhere else than next to you
I wasn't unhappy but I'm happier with you
Oh next to you
I wasn't unlucky but I'm luckier with you
Oh when you fall asleep upon my chest
And I feel the softness of your breath
Yeah when you lay your head down on my chest
I am sure that you were born celeste
And I can not sleep anywhere else than next to you
I wasn't unhappy but I'm happier with you
Oh next to you
I wasn't unlucky but I'm luckier with you
Oh next to you
I wasn't unhappy but I'm happier with you
The lyrics of Tellef Raabe's "Next to You" detail the transformation that takes place when the singer meets someone special. At first, he feels content with his life and sleeping alone, implying that he doesn't necessarily need another person to feel complete. However, when he meets this person and they fall asleep together, the sensation of their presence and the softness of their breath enhances his sense of happiness and wellbeing. He cannot imagine sleeping anywhere else but next to this person.
The singer acknowledges that he has options and isn't shy, but he has found someone worth committing to. Their intimate moments are magnified and he feels lucky to have found this person. He repeats that he wasn't unhappy before, but he is happier with this person in his life. The lyrics suggest that love has the power to transform someone's sense of contentment and happiness, making them appreciate life even more.
Overall, the lyrics of "Next to You" describe the joy and fulfillment that comes from finding love and cherishing the moments spent with someone special. It is a reminder that even though we may feel content on our own, having someone to share our lives with can enrich our experiences and make us even happier.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't need you
I have been able to get by without you
I was getting by
I have been able to manage on my own
I slept soundly
I had peaceful sleep without disturbance
And lived alone for a while
I spent some time living independently
But when you fall asleep upon my chest
When you sleep with your head on my chest
And I feel the softness of your breath
I perceive the gentle movement of air from your breathing
I can't sleep anywhere else than next to you
I become accustomed to sleeping only next to you
I wasn't unhappy but I'm happier with you
I wasn't unhappy before, but I am happier with you
I've got options
I have several choices
I'm not very shy
I am not hesitant or timid
And I ain't having a bicket in my stride
I am not having any difficulties in my actions or movement
But I found the coverage to collide
But I found someone to complement me and share my life with
And every time we touch it's magnified
Every time we touch, the intensity and effect is greatly increased
Oh next to you
Being next to you
I wasn't unlucky but I'm luckier with you
I wasn't unlucky before, but I am luckier with you
Yeah when you lay your head down on my chest
When you place your head on my chest
I am sure that you were born celeste
I am certain that you are meant to be with me
Contributed by Caden K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.