The Closest Thing
The Juliana Theory Lyrics


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You're the words that come out easy,
And I am speechless at best.
Your star it seems to shine above the rest.
You're the face before the cameras,
The smile I'd like to earn.
The closest thing to perfect,
In a hollywood to burn.
You're the beauty that is deeper,
Than eyes can merely see.
The closest thing to perfect.
But the farthest thing from me.

[Chorus: x2]
I'd love to be,
The shoulder that you cry on.
I'd love to be,
The friend you call when things are great.

You're the dream that hasn't ended,
And I'm still anxious for rest.
Your words they seem to hang above my head.
You're the bud before the flower,
Unfurls into full bloom.
Captivating beauty,
But it maybe all too soon.
You're the song that writes a story,
But leaves a lot to read.
The closest thing to perfect,
But the farthest thing from me.

[Chorus x2]

And like I really deserve a chance to,
Sit across the table,
And tell you that I think you're wonderful.
And I think you're something special.
I guess this is my only chance to,
Say I wish I knew you,




Because I'm sure you're wonderful,
If I'd get to know you.

Overall Meaning

The Juliana Theory's song "The Closest Thing" speaks about the admiration and unrequited love towards someone who is looked upon as the perfect embodiment of beauty, grace and talent. The singer of the song is infatuated with this person, who seems effortless in their words and actions, while their own words seem to fail them. The person they admire seems to be the one in the spotlight, with a successful career in Hollywood, and the only distance between them is their social status. The singer wishes to be the shoulder the person leans on in their difficult times and the friend they call when they have good news to share.


The beauty that the singer sees in the person goes beyond what is visible to the eye. It is hard to fathom how the person can be so close to perfection, yet so far away from the singer. The person's words and talent inspire the singer, yet they leave them wanting more. The singer is mesmerized by the person, their talents and aura, but they also understand that they cannot hope to become a part of their life.


In the final lyrics, the singer expresses their desire for a chance to know the person they admire. They believe that the person is truly wonderful and special, and wishes to have a chance to sit across the table with them and tell them how they feel. The singer's admiration for this person is heartfelt and the song ends with a feeling of unfulfillment that the singer desires but cannot have.


Line by Line Meaning

You're the words that come out easy,
You are articulate and are good at conveying your thoughts and emotions.


And I am speechless at best.
I struggle with finding my words and expressing my feelings towards you.


Your star it seems to shine above the rest.
You are a standout and shine in whatever you do.


You're the face before the cameras,
You are always in the public eye and under the spotlight.


The smile I'd like to earn.
I am drawn to your warmth and kindness.


The closest thing to perfect,
You are almost flawless and have many admirable qualities.


In a hollywood to burn.
In a place where people's dreams and reputations can be easily destroyed.


You're the beauty that is deeper,
Your beauty is more than just skin deep.


Than eyes can merely see.
Your beauty is not just on the surface but also in your character.


The closest thing to perfect.
You are almost perfect and have many amazing qualities.


But the farthest thing from me.
But we are so far apart and I feel like I don't stand a chance with you.


[Chorus x2] I'd love to be, The shoulder that you cry on.
I wish I could be there for you when you need someone to lean on emotionally.


I'd love to be, The friend you call when things are great.
I wish I could be someone you share your good news and moments of happiness with.


You're the dream that hasn't ended,
I still have aspirations and hopes of us being together.


And I'm still anxious for rest.
I'll continue to feel uneasy and nervous until I can make those dreams come true.


Your words they seem to hang above my head.
I can't seem to forget what you've said and it stays with me, almost haunting me.


You're the bud before the flower,
You are still growing and blossoming into who you are meant to be.


Unfurls into full bloom.
You are becoming more and more beautiful and captivating as time passes.


Captivating beauty,
You have a charm and grace that draws people to you.


But it maybe all too soon.
But that beauty might not last forever and it's hard to say what will happen in the future.


You're the song that writes a story,
Your life and experiences are an inspiration and can teach us many lessons.


But leaves a lot to read.
But there are still many unanswered questions and unknowns in your story.


And like I really deserve a chance to,
I feel like I am worthy of an opportunity to show you how much you mean to me.


Sit across the table,
To have a face-to-face conversation with you.


And tell you that I think you're wonderful.
To express my admiration for you and all that you are.


And I think you're something special.
To tell you that you have qualities and characteristics that make you unique and remarkable.


I guess this is my only chance to,
I feel like this might be the only opportunity I have to express my feelings to you.


Say I wish I knew you,
To tell you that I admire you and wish we could be closer.


Because I'm sure you're wonderful,
To express my belief that you are an amazing person.


If I'd get to know you.
To express my desire to get to know you better.




Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing

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