Sway
The Kooks Lyrics
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Do whatever you have to do, to get it out and not become a reactionary
To hurt the ones you love you know you never meant to but you do
Oh yeah you do
Be whoever you have to be, I won't judge you
Sing whatever you have to sing to get it out and not become a recluse
about your house, come out
Oh but you do
Still I need your sway, because you always pay for it
And I, and I need your soul because you're always soulful
And I and I need your heart, because you're always in the right places
And take whatever you have to take, you know I love ya
Come however you have to come, and get it out and get it out
Take it out on me, take it out on me
I'll give it you all, I give it you all,I give it
I give you all I give it you all, yes I will give it you all
'Cause I need your sway, because you always pay for it
And I, and I need your soul because you're always soulful
And I and I need your heart, because you're always in the right places
Oh yes I will, I will give it you all
Still I need your sway, because you always pay for it
And I, and I need your soul because you're always soulful
And I and I need that heart, because you're always in the right places.
The Kooks's song Sway is about being there for someone no matter what they are going through, and accepting them for who they are. The chorus is about needing the person's influence in the singer's life, with the repetition of "I need your sway, because you always pay for it," showing that the person's influence is valuable and worth it. The use of "sway" as a metaphor is interesting because it implies a gentle swaying motion, almost like being rocked by the person's presence, rather than a forceful push or pull.
The lyrics also touch on the idea of hurting the ones you love and not meaning to, which is a universal experience. The message is to not become a reactionary and to take responsibility for your actions. The line "Sing whatever you have to sing to get it out and not become a recluse about your house, come out" is a call to action, urging the person to express themselves and not isolate themselves from the world. Overall, the song's message is about acceptance, support, and the power of personal influence.
Line by Line Meaning
Say whatever you have to say, I'll stand by you.
Say what's on your mind; I'm loyal to you no matter what.
Do whatever you have to do, to get it out and not become a reactionary
Express yourself freely without becoming consumed by negative emotions like anger or frustration.
To hurt the ones you love you know you never meant to but you do
Sometimes we hurt those we love unintentionally.
Be whoever you have to be, I won't judge you
You have my unconditional acceptance – be true to yourself.
Sing whatever you have to sing to get it out and not become a recluse / about your house, come out / I know you never meant to but you do / Oh but you do
If you need to express yourself through song, don't hide yourself away – I know you don't mean to isolate yourself.
Still I need your sway, because you always pay for it / And I, and I need your soul because you're always soulful / And I and I need your heart, because you're always in the right places
Your influence is invaluable, because you always put passion and heart into everything you do.
Take whatever you have to take, you know I love ya / Come however you have to come, and get it out and get it out / Take it out on me, take it out on me
I'm here to support you through anything, so take what you need and let it out.
I'll give it you all, I give it you all,I give it / I give you all I give it you all, yes I will give it you all
I'll give you everything I have, without reservation or hesitation.
'Cause I need your sway, because you always pay for it / And I, and I need your soul because you're always soulful / And I and I need that heart, because you're always in the right places
My life would be incomplete without your unique spirit and energy.
Oh yes I will, I will give it you all
I promise to give you everything I can without holding back.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LUKE PRITCHARD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bang2686
Say whatever you have to say,
I'll stand by you.
Do whatever you have to do,
To get it out and not become a reaction memory
To hurt the ones you love
You know you never meant to but you do
Oh yeah you do
Be whoever you have to be, I won't judge you
Sing whatever you have to sing
To get it out and not become a recluse about how to come out
I know you never meant to but you do
Oh but you do
Still I need your sway, because you always pay for it
And I, and I need your soul
Because your always soulful
And I and I need your heart,
Because your always in the right places
And take whatever you have to take,
You know I love ya
Come however you have to come,
And get it out and get it out
Tttttake it out on me, take it out on me
I'll give it you all,
I give it you all, I give it
I give you all
I give it you all,
Yes I will give it you all
Cause I need your sway,
Because you always pay for it
And I, and I need your soul
Because your always soulful
And I and I need your heart,
Because your always in the right places
Oh yes I will, I will give it you all
Still I need your sway,
Because you always pay for it
And I, and I need your
Soul because your always soulful
And I and I need that heart,
Because your always in the right places.
@draconbacon6395
10 Years , Its like im rediscovering The Kooks all over again and they're still perfect
@ultimategohan1551
I fuckin love coming back to their music after a while
@DarkIacco
You mean you didnt listen to radio back in 2007?
@MrTotalbass
in my opinion, this is one of the best song of the kooks
@tzitzifiogkos2971
nah its maybe one of the best songs ever written my dude...
@saragirardini3981
I agree witj you. It's a great sono
@rossgibson130
Couldnt agree more its a brilliant track.
@thekidboy97
who asked?
@twistednippleevents04
This song makes me feel so much deep and raw emotion. It's beutiful . It was mine and my ex gfs song, we went to see the kooks together and it was one of the happiest days of my life. There is a video of us both singing this and I kiss her on the cheek and you just see the pure natural joy on our faces. I couldnt listen to this song for months after our brakeup, now I'm laid on my bed screaming the lyrics at the top of my lungs. I choose to make myself feel because facing your suffering is a big part of the healing process. And to whoever else is suffering out there just know that it is vital to your growth and it will serve you well with the right mindset. Stay strong everyone, peace and love ✌❤
@ValorousDefined
looks like you need some more soy in your diet