Against All Odds
The Gary Tesca Orchestra Lyrics
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Just let you leave without a trace?
When I stand here taking every breath with you, ooh ooh
You're the only one who really knew me at all
How can you just walk away from me
When all I can do is watch you leave?
'Cause we've shared the laughter and the pain
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
And there's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
Take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
And you coming back to me is against the odds
And that's what I've got to face, oh
I wish I could just make you turn around
Turn around and see me cry
There's so much I need to say to you
So many reasons why
You're the only one who really knew me at all
So take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
And there's nothing left here to remind me
Just the memory of your face
Take a look at me now
Well there's just an empty space
But to wait for you is all I can do
And that's what I've got to face
Take a good look at me now
'Cause I'll still be standing here
And you coming back to me is against the odds
And it's what I've got to face
Take a look at me now
The Gary Tesca Orchestra's "Against All Odds" is a power ballad that explores the pain of lost love and the lingering feelings that remain. The song is told through the perspective of someone who is struggling to cope with the fact that their loved one has left them. The opening verse sets the scene, as the singer's heartbreak is palpable. They cannot understand how their significant other could just walk away without a trace, leaving an empty space in their life. The chorus reflects the singer's pain and angst, with lyrics that describe the shared experiences, both good and bad.
As the song progresses, the singer begins to reflect on the relationship that has ended. They are haunted by the memory of their partner's face, yet they continue to hold onto hope that they may return one day, even though it seems unlikely. The song ends on a powerful note, with the singer realizing that while the odds of their love being rekindled are against them, they will continue to stand strong and wait for their loved one to possibly return one day.
Overall, Gary Tesca's orchestra beautifully captures the raw emotions that come with heartbreak and the aftermath of a failed relationship. The song is a poignant reminder of the power of love and the pain that results when it is lost.
Line by Line Meaning
How can I just let you walk away,
I can't believe that I'm letting you leave without a fight,
Just let you leave without a trace?
I don't want you to disappear from my life completely,
When I stand here taking every breath with you, ooh ooh
I feel like we're in sync with each other and every moment with you is special,
You're the only one who really knew me at all
You truly understood me in a way that no one else did,
How can you just walk away from me
It's hard for me to comprehend that you're leaving me,
When all I can do is watch you leave?
I feel helpless watching you go,
'Cause we've shared the laughter and the pain
We experienced so much together, both the good and the bad,
And even shared the tears
We were there for each other during our most difficult moments,
So take a look at me now
Take a good look at how I am without you,
Well there's just an empty space
My life feels empty without you in it,
And there's nothing left here to remind me
Without you, there's nothing left for me here,
Just the memory of your face
All I have is the memory of you and your face,
But to wait for you is all I can do
All I can do now is wait for you to come back,
And that's what I've got to face
I know that it's unlikely that you'll return,
I wish I could just make you turn around
I wish there was something I could do to make you stay,
Turn around and see me cry
I'm so upset about this that I'm crying,
There's so much I need to say to you
There are so many things that I never got to tell you,
So many reasons why
So many reasons why I want you to stay with me,
And you coming back to me is against the odds
I know that it's unlikely that you'll choose to come back to me,
And that's what I've got to face, oh
I have to accept that you're probably gone for good,
'Cause I'll still be standing here
No matter what, I'll still be waiting for you,
Take a look at me now
So take a good look at how I am without you
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Written by: PHIL COLLINS
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