Iris
The Goo Goo Dolls Lyrics
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'Cause I know that you feel me somehow
You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be
And I don't want to go home right now
And all I can taste is this moment
And all I can breathe is your life
And sooner or later it's over
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming
Or the moment of truth in your lies
When everything feels like the movies
Yeah you bleed just to know you're alive
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
And I don't want the world to see me
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
When everything's made to be broken
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
I just want you to know who I am
The Goo Goo Dolls' song "Iris" is a love ballad about the deep desire and yearning for a person who is the closest to heaven you'll ever be. The opening line, "And I'd give up forever to touch you," sets the tone for the intense emotion and devotion felt by the singer towards their love interest. The theme of the song revolves around the singer's desire to be understood and seen for who they truly are, despite the struggles and challenges of life.
Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes the importance of living in the moment and cherishing every second they have with their love interest. The lines, "And all I can taste is this moment, and all I can breathe is your life," illustrate the singer's desire to fully experience the present with their significant other. The lyrics also touch on the idea that life is fleeting and everything is made to be broken, but the love shared with the person they're singing about is something that they don't want to miss.
The chorus, where the singer repeats the line "And I don't want the world to see me / 'Cause I don't think that they'd understand," highlights the vulnerability and insecurity that can come with being in love. The singer seems to struggle with the idea of opening up to the world about their feelings for their love interest, fearing that they won't be understood or accepted. However, the emphasis on wanting their love interest to know who they truly are shows the importance of acceptance and understanding within the relationship.
Overall, "Iris" is a poignant love song that blends themes of devotion, vulnerability, and the fleeting nature of life. The yearning for a deep connection with another person is something that many listeners can relate to, making the song a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
And I'd give up forever to touch you
I value you so much that I am willing to give up everything just to be with you.
'Cause I know that you feel me somehow
Despite the distance between us, I am certain that you sense my emotions and thoughts.
You're the closest to heaven that I'll ever be
Being with you makes me feel like I am in paradise.
And I don't want to go home right now
Being with you is where I feel like I really belong and I don't want to leave that feeling behind.
And all I can taste is this moment
The feelings and sensations that I am experiencing right now are overwhelming to the point where they are all I can focus on.
And all I can breathe is your life
You are such an integral part of my existence that I can't imagine living without you.
And sooner or later it's over
The moment we have together is finite and won't last forever.
I just don't wanna miss you tonight
I don't want to waste any time we have together because I know that it won't last forever.
And you can't fight the tears that ain't coming
There are some emotions that are uncontrollable and will inevitably come out in tears.
Or the moment of truth in your lies
There will be a point where the truth will be revealed in our relationship, even if one of us has been hiding behind lies.
When everything feels like the movies
Being with you makes me feel like I am in a romantic movie because the emotions and experiences are so intense and transcendent.
Yeah you bleed just to know you're alive
The intense emotions and experiences that come with being with you are so powerful that they make me feel truly alive, even if they are painful at times.
And I don't want the world to see me
I am afraid of being judged or misunderstood by others who don't understand the intensity of our relationship.
'Cause I don't think that they'd understand
I don't believe that others would be able to comprehend or appreciate the depth of our relationship and what it means to us.
When everything's made to be broken
In this world, everything is transient and nothing lasts forever.
I just want you to know who I am
I want you to truly understand me and accept me for who I am, because you are the only one who can truly appreciate me.
I just want you to know who I am
I want to be completely honest and authentic with you, because you are the only one who deserves to know the real me.
I just want you to know who I am
I want to fully reveal my true self to you, so that you can understand and accept me for who I truly am.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: John T. Rzeznik
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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my dad died yesterday, our relationship was rocky but he would always play me this song when we were together. i’d give up forever to touch you now, dad.
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Lost my mom recently, I feel the pain. Sending positive vibes dawg
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