There are other artists with the same name:
2. Tonic is a house music producer.
3. A pop band from Belgium active in the 1980s.
You Wanted More
Tonic Lyrics
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Love is hard, love is strong, you will never say that you belong
I don't when I got bitter, but love is surely better when it's gone
Cause you wanted more
More than I could give
More than I could handle
And a life that I can't live
You wanted more
More than I could offer
For a love that isn't there
Love is color, love is loud, love is never saying you're too proud
Love is trusting, love is honest, love is not a hand to hold you down
I don't know when I got bitter, but love is surely better when it's gone
Cause you wanted more
More than I could give
More than I could handle
And a life that I can't live
You wanted more
More than I could bear
More than I could offer
For a love that isn't there
I gotta pick me up when I am down
I gotta get my feet back on the ground
I gotta pick me up when I am down
I don't know when I got bitter, but love is surely better when it's gone
Cause you wanted more
More than I could give
More than I could handle
And a life that I can't live
You wanted more
More than I could bear
More than I could offer
For a love that isn't there
You wanted more
More than I could learn
More than I could offer
And if only you would show
You wanted more
More than I could give
More than I could handle
And a life that I can't live
The lyrics of Tonic’s song You Wanted More explore the complexities of love and its various characteristics. The opening lines of the song describe love as both tragic and bold, and then goes on to suggest that those in love will do as they are told, even if it is difficult. The second verse describes love as colorful and loud, and emphasizes the importance of trust and honesty.
The chorus of the song describes the singer’s struggle to keep up with their partner’s demands, as they wanted more than the singer could give or handle. The lyrics suggest that the singer feels overwhelmed by their partner’s expectations and feels they cannot offer what their partner needs. The final lines of the chorus imply that the relationship has ended, and the singer is left to pick themselves up and move on.
The final verse of the song repeats some of the earlier themes, suggesting that love is ultimately better when it is gone. The song ends on a somewhat ambiguous note, as the singer expresses a desire to learn more about their partner’s needs, but is still unable to meet those needs.
Overall, Tonic’s You Wanted More offers a realistic and introspective look at the challenges of love and the difficulty of meeting another person’s expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Love is tragic, love is bold, you will always do what you were told
Love can be both painful and courageous, and in the end, you'll always do what you're told.
Love is hard, love is strong, you will never say that you belong
Love can be difficult but enduring, even when you don't feel like you fit in.
I don't when I got bitter, but love is surely better when it's gone
I'm not sure how I became resentful, but sometimes love is better appreciated in hindsight.
Cause you wanted more
The reason for my bitterness is that you had unrealistic expectations and wanted more than I could give.
More than I could give
You wanted more from me than I was capable of providing.
More than I could handle
You wanted more from me than I could emotionally or physically handle.
And a life that I can't live
You wanted more from me than I could sustainably provide without sacrificing my own well-being.
More than I could bear
You wanted more from me than I could tolerate or endure.
More than I could offer
You expected more from me than I was capable of or willing to give.
For a love that isn't there
But ultimately, it was unrealistic to expect more from me for a love that wasn't present or mutual.
Love is color, love is loud, love is never saying you're too proud
Love can be vivid and outspoken, but it also requires a vulnerability and willingness to admit when you need help.
Love is trusting, love is honest, love is not a hand to hold you down
Love is built on trust and honesty, and it should never be a source of control or limitation.
I gotta pick me up when I am down
I need to learn to take care of myself and lift myself up when I'm feeling low.
I gotta get my feet back on the ground
I need to regain my footing and find stability in my own life before I can provide more for others.
You wanted more
Despite my efforts, you continued to expect more from me.
More than I could learn
You wanted me to grow and change in ways that were unrealistic or impossible for me.
And if only you would show
If only you could demonstrate that love was a two-way street and that you were willing to give as much as you were expecting.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EMERSON HART, JEFFREY RUSSO, DAN LAVERY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@hofx666
This era doesnt get enough credit. Loved the late 90s early 00s. What a time to be a teenager in high school. No social media, no stupid TikTok trends.
@jcm374
Perfectly said!
@laurenk5758
Agreed! Class of ‘97.
@chrisharris6165
Class of 02, and this one of my first cds back in junior high. I still jam this music. My teenage sons love it.
@timmyp8459
Amen brother!
@kanatislings9307
Hell yes !
@CurvyAries
The nostalgia makes me wanna cry. Take me back to the 90s please.
@james_chatman
Yeah those nostalgia feels are real. Who else is living in this playlist?
@bahuer316
Take me too
@handofmud144
@@james_chatman I feel the same.