Pure Devotion
Turnover Lyrics


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For now you love me while my face is young and body's strong
But one tomorrow they won't be there when tomorrow comes
Do you think that you'll love me even when the lovin' hurts?
You're captivated by a beauty that I didn't earn
I've been trying to believe it
Man, I mean it when I say that it is only worth it if it's real enough to trust
I know that it is only worth it if it's pure devotion
I would never ask for you to stay
Won't expect you to come with me
If you wanted to go a different way
Then I'd give you whatever you need
For now you love me but I don't know how you say you're sure
You understand that it's forever that you're asking for
I've done enough to know when I should learn from old mistakes
And fought enough to know how quickly what I do can fade
I've been trying to believe it
Man, I mean it when I say that it is only worth it if it's real enough to trust
I know that it is only worth it if it's pure devotion
I would never ask for you to stay
Won't expect you to come with me
If you wanted to go a different way
Then I'll give you whatever you need
Tell me anything, just not a lie




I won't try to control this
I mean it when I tell you it's not worth it unless it's pure devotion

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Turnover's song Pure Devotion seem to be about the complexity of romantic relationships and the fear of losing the person you love. The opening lines suggest that the singer believes their partner may only love them for their physical attributes and that they fear their love may not be true when things start to change. The singer questions their partner's motives and wonders if they will stay even when things get difficult. They seem wary of false affection that will not stand the test of time.


The singer then declares that their love is only worth it if it is pure devotion, honest and based on mutual trust. They express a willingness to let go if it is necessary and to support their partner in any decision they make. However, they stress the importance of honesty and a commitment to genuine love. The final lines suggest that the singer wants transparency and an authentic connection, even if it means walking away from a relationship that lacks these qualities. It seems that the song is about the importance of truth, trust, and loyalty in a romantic relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

For now you love me while my face is young and body's strong
You're attracted to my youth and physical appearance, but that won't last forever.


But one tomorrow they won't be there when tomorrow comes
Eventually, my youth and physical appearance will fade with time.


Do you think that you'll love me even when the lovin' hurts?
Are you willing to love me even when it's not easy and there are difficulties?


You're captivated by a beauty that I didn't earn
You're only attracted to me because of my physical appearance, something I didn't work to achieve.


I've been trying to believe it
I want to believe in your love and devotion but it's hard to know for sure.


Man, I mean it when I say that it is only worth it if it's real enough to trust
I truly believe that love and devotion is only worthwhile if it can be trusted and is genuine.


I know that it is only worth it if it's pure devotion
I understand that true love and devotion is only worthwhile if it's genuine and not based on temporary factors.


I would never ask for you to stay
I don't expect you to stay with me if you don't truly want to.


Won't expect you to come with me
I won't force you to stay with me or follow me if you don't want to.


If you wanted to go a different way
If you decide that you want to go in a different direction or pursue other things.


Then I'd give you whatever you need
I will support you and give you what you need to pursue your own path.


Tell me anything, just not a lie
I want honesty and transparency in any communication between us.


I won't try to control this
I won't try to control or manipulate the relationship or your actions.


I mean it when I tell you it's not worth it unless it's pure devotion
I'm sincere when I say that love and devotion is only worthwhile if it's genuine and not based on temporary factors.




Writer(s): Eric Soucy, Casey Getz, Daniel Dempsey, Austin Getz

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@tazkiatia2601

I put it in here so you will love me more

[Verse 1]
For now you love me while my face is young and body's strong
But one tomorrow they won't be there when tomorrow comes
Do you think that you'll love me even when the lovin' hurts?
You're captivated by a beauty that I didn't earn

[Pre-Chorus]
I've been trying to believe it
Man, I mean it when I say that it is only worth it if it's real enough to trust
I know that it is only worth it if it's pure devotion and

[Chorus]
I would never ask for you to stay
Won't expect you to come with me
If you wanted to go a different way
Then I'd give you whatever you need

[Verse 2]
For now you love me but I don't know how you say you're sure
You understand that it's forever that you're asking for
I've done enough to know when I should learn from old mistakes
And fought enough to know how quickly what I do can fade

[Pre-Chorus]
I've been trying to believe it
Man, I mean it when I say that it is only worth it if it's real enough to trust
I know that it is only worth it if it's pure devotion and

[Chorus]
I would never ask for you to stay
Won't expect you to come with me
If you wanted to go a different way
Then I'll give you whatever you need

Tell me anything, just not a lie
I won't try to control this
I mean it when I tell you it's not worth it unless it's pure devotion



All comments from YouTube:

@runforcovertube

Turnover's new album 'Altogether' is out Nov 1st! Watch the music video for lead single "Much After Feeling" here: https://youtu.be/qsQgB8LhyMg

@niccycxx

the lyrics of this song are exactly the way i view relationships

@MarioCastiello

you are now felt in music, my friend. i wish you well in your current and/or future relationships. continue to love.

@devon9249

Same dawg

@yomamabeotchhh

Every song by this band is a complete eargasm

@jacobsmith198

I'm so glad this is a band where the bass is audible, and not motionless

@jgarrettstrickler

A Love Song in the purest sense of the word. A love song to the highest form of love without being overly delicate or demonstrative, just pure essence. This is such an amazing song

@KAMZA.

It is beautiful.. still can't believe all of us are going to be grey and older one day . Life is magic šŸŒŒ

@christinaplatt7892

Just got a Turnover tattoo for this song! It's a major symbol of love in my marriage. Now it's on me permanently!!

@racheldavis4356

I plan on walking down the aisle to this song šŸ„ŗ

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