A-RE
The Roosters Lyrics


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Well, I lost my faith in fellow man
I've been living alone for so long
That I don't know who I am
Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so long?

I've been waiting a lifetime
For someone like you to set me free
Why did it take so long?
For you to come and rescue me
Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so long?

'Cause you're beautiful and everyone knows it
And you're everything I want you to be
I got sunshine on my face, my smile shows it
Well it can't be wrong, 'cause you're so right for me

You're so right for me
Yeah, yeah
You're so right for me

Well, it just don't matter if it's wrong or right
I didn't know something could feel so good
I've been wasting all my time
Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so long?

'Cause you're beautiful and everyone knows it
And you're everything I want you to be
I got sunshine on my face, my smile shows it
Well, it can't be wrong, 'cause you're so right for me

'Cause you're beautiful and everyone knows it
And you're everything I want you to be
I got sunshine on my face, my smile shows it
Well, it can't be wrong, 'cause you're so right for me

You're just so right for me
You're just so right for me




You're just so right for me
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Overall Meaning

The Roosters' song A-RE is a love song about finding someone who brings light into the singer's life. The opening lyrics express a loss of faith in humankind and a sense of isolation, implying that the singer's search for love has been long and difficult. The repeated question of "why did it take so long?" highlights the singer's impatience for love to finally arrive.


The chorus then introduces the love interest, described in glowing terms as "beautiful" and "everything I want you to be." The singer marvels at how long they have been waiting for someone like this to enter their life and free them from their loneliness. The joy this person brings is shown through the metaphor of "sunshine on my face" and a beaming smile.


The song's theme of waiting for love is relatable and universal, and the singer's struggles with isolation and faith in others add depth to the lyrics. Overall, A-RE is a hopeful and optimistic love song that celebrates the joy of finding the right person.


Line by Line Meaning

Well, I lost my faith in fellow man
I have lost my confidence in all people


I've been living alone for so long
I've been lonely for a very long time


That I don't know who I am
I don't know myself anymore


Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so much time?


Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so much time?


I've been waiting a lifetime
I've been waiting for someone like you for my entire life


For someone like you to set me free
For someone like you to make me feel free and happy


Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so much time?


For you to come and rescue me
For you to come and save me from being lonely


Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so much time?


'Cause you're beautiful and everyone knows it
You're attractive and everyone acknowledges it


And you're everything I want you to be
You possess all the qualities that I desire in a person


I got sunshine on my face, my smile shows it
I feel happy and content, and it's evident on my face


Well it can't be wrong, 'cause you're so right for me
My attraction towards you cannot be incorrect as you are perfect for me


You're so right for me
You're the perfect match for me


Well, it just don't matter if it's wrong or right
It doesn't matter if it's not socially acceptable, as long as it makes me happy


I didn't know something could feel so good
I was not aware that something could make me feel so happy


I've been wasting all my time
I have been wasting my time without you


Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so much time?


Why did it take so long?
Why did it take so much time?


'Cause you're beautiful and everyone knows it
You're attractive and everyone acknowledges it


And you're everything I want you to be
You possess all the qualities that I desire in a person


I got sunshine on my face, my smile shows it
I feel happy and content, and it's evident on my face


Well, it can't be wrong, 'cause you're so right for me
My attraction towards you cannot be incorrect as you are perfect for me


'Cause you're beautiful and everyone knows it
You're attractive and everyone acknowledges it


And you're everything I want you to be
You possess all the qualities that I desire in a person


I got sunshine on my face, my smile shows it
I feel happy and content, and it's evident on my face


Well, it can't be wrong, 'cause you're so right for me
My attraction towards you cannot be incorrect as you are perfect for me


You're just so right for me
You are exactly what I need


You're just so right for me
You are the perfect match for me


You're just so right for me
You are everything I need, and I am truly grateful for you




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANTHONY GRIFFITHS, CHRISTOPHER GRIFFITHS, LUKE POTASHNICK, NICK ATKINSON

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Wade Raney

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Another Arkansas Man who Made GOOD-What memories...RIP...

Winston Moore

I remember hearing him sing this on WCKY (Cincinnati) back in the early 1950's.

Edward Louis BernayS

Listened Wayle and Lonny on XERF 5,000,000 Watts Border Blaster and People on Russia would Call Paul Kellengher on the Phne say WE HAVE 5/9 IN SOVIET UNION, WE LOVE YOU WAYNE RANEY, IN MOSCOW YOU THE STYLE, LONNY LAWSOMmE

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