Could I
Union Gap Lyrics
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So now you're frightened of the thought of losing again
Would I be true to you; girl, if there's any doubt
Just ask me anything your mind is wondering about
[CHORUS:]
Could I chase the bitter taste
Left in your heart by someone who said goodbye
I'm down on my knees, beggin' you please, Could I?
If I could get to you & prove the things that I say
You wouldn't compare me to the pain you knew yesterday
You've built a wall of ice I'm sure my lovin' will melt
Please let me hold you, love, instead of asking yourself
(repeat chorus & fade)
The lyrics to "Could I" by Union Gap explore the fear and hesitance one might face when entering into a new relationship after being hurt in the past. The lyrics suggest that the person the singer is interested in has been hurt before and is afraid of experiencing that pain again. The singer tries to ease these fears by offering reassurance of their love and willingness to prove themselves worthy of the other person's trust.
The second verse suggests that the person the singer is interested in has put up emotional walls as a result of their past hurt. The singer expresses a desire to break down these walls and love the other person in a way that is different from the pain they have experienced before. The chorus repeats the plea for the other person to take a chance on love again with the singer.
Overall, the lyrics capture the vulnerability and uncertainty that can come with opening oneself up to love after being hurt. The singer offers a gentle and patient approach to trying to win over the other person's heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Your only try at love was through before it began
You had a failed attempt at love that didn't even start
So now you're frightened of the thought of losing again
You're afraid of experiencing the pain of heartbreak once more
Would I be true to you; girl, if there's any doubt
If you have trust issues, just ask me anything to clear them up
Just ask me anything your mind is wondering about
Don't hesitate to inquire about anything you want to know
[CHORUS:]
Start of the chorus
Could I chase the bitter taste
Can I make you forget the unpleasant experiences you had before
Left in your heart by someone who said goodbye
The hurtful memories of someone who left you
Could I love? Give me love
Let me show you my love and affection
I'm down on my knees, beggin' you please, Could I?
I am pleading with you to give me a chance to love and be loved
If I could get to you & prove the things that I say
If you let me in, I promise to back up my words with action
You wouldn't compare me to the pain you knew yesterday
You won't view me in the same negative light as your past lover
You've built a wall of ice I'm sure my lovin' will melt
Your emotional defenses are strong, but my love will eventually break them down
Please let me hold you, love, instead of asking yourself
Don't overthink it; let me hold you and show you my love
(repeat chorus & fade)
End of the chorus
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JERRY FULLER, GARY DALE PUCKETT
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