Nothing Without You
The Big Moon Lyrics


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come around, i need to see your pretty face in front of mine.
all our parties never took to you, ive got a leg to stand on.
you know the truth, you know im nothing without you.
you know im nothing, you know im nothing without you.




Overall Meaning

In "Nothing Without You", The Big Moon sings about the painful realization of how much they need someone they've lost. The singer begs for the other person to come back and show them their "pretty face" once more, recognizing that they miss them terribly. The reference to "parties" suggests that the person may have left due to disagreements or conflicts with the singer's friends. However, the singer declares that they have "a leg to stand on," implying that they are confident in their stance and have learned from the past. This is immediately followed by the admission that they are "nothing without you."


The repetition of the phrase "you know" emphasizes that the other person is aware of their importance to the singer's life. The raw honesty of the lyrics and simple, almost pleading melody underscore the singer's desperation and vulnerability. Ultimately, the song pays tribute to a relationship that has been lost, and serves as both a confession of the singer's true feelings and a plea for forgiveness.


Line by Line Meaning

come around, i need to see your pretty face in front of mine.
I am desperate to see you and your beautiful face in person.


all our parties never took to you, ive got a leg to stand on.
None of our parties were really your scene, but I still feel confident in our relationship.


you know the truth, you know im nothing without you.
You understand the depth of my love for you and how essential you are to my happiness.


you know im nothing, you know im nothing without you.
I am truly and completely dependent on you for my emotional well-being.




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Comments from YouTube:

Jade Lowe

These girls are destined for greatness, 30 minutes ago I'd never heard of the big moon, but now, they're one of my favourite bands of the decade so far :)

czeslaww2

same here!

Charlie Lesmes

Jade Lowe X2 they are amazing!

Alva V. M.

Jade Lowe same

SaturdayNight Femur

You're right, I just think a man in the group would really bring it together.

milkey way

@SaturdayNight Femur what

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Eric Thomas

You guys are so nuts in a very fantastic way! Love everything I heard and saw of you. I’m now a huge fan and hope one day to see you play in Montreal. Stay safe, stay well and stay you!

Charles O'Meara

I love this band so much. Great music and fun as well

Kaja

Wow! I discovered it 10 minutes ago and I'm loving it! It's a great video and song. :) PL

John Wastnidge

The Big Moon were one of the highlights of the Sheffield Tramlines Festival. Great band.

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