The Air that I Breathe
V.A. Lyrics
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They seem to stay the same
They wear different clothes
But play the same games
Many different ways
To say the same thing
Searching for the right words
Exchanging the way things were
For they way that they should be
Yeah
And choosing theses words
Is saying to her
The things that she never heard
But always deserved
I figured what it is all about
It's you that I could never live without
Your everything,
The air that I breathe
Stupid not to know it all along
And everything I ever did was wrong
Sadly it's too late for sorry
Oh I'm not even really sure
Who made this mess
And who threw what punch
But I could not care less
All I know is that I'm here
And you are not, oh
Once I put this wasted pride aside
Nothing's all I got, oh
Exchanging the way things were
For they way that they should be, yeah
And choosing theses words
Is saying to her
The things that she never heard
But always deserved
I figured what it is all about
It's you that I could never live without
Your everything
The air that I breathe
Stupid not to know it all along
And everything I ever did was wrong
Sadly it's too late for sorry
Oh
Somebody make it stop
Yeah
And pick me up
And just dust me off, oh
The rainy day flood
Will drowned all this love
Trapped at the bottom now
Please dig me up
I figured what it is all about
It's you that I could never live without
Your everything
The air that I breathe
Stupid not to know it all along
And everything I ever did was wrong
Sadly it's too late for sorry
I figured what it is all about
It's you that I could never live without
Your everything
The air that I breathe
Stupid not to know it all along
And everything I ever did was wrong
Sadly it's too late for sorry
The lyrics to V.A.'s song "The Air That I Breathe" speak to themes of regret, love, and the deep realization of one's feelings for another. The opening lines reflect on the idea that people often remain the same despite outward changes, highlighting the universal nature of human behavior and the enduring quality of certain emotions and relationships.
The singer expresses a longing to find the right words to make someone stay, showcasing the struggle to communicate one's feelings effectively. There is a sense of remorse and seeking redemption in the lines, "The things that she never heard / But always deserved," indicating a desire to make amends for past actions or neglect.
The chorus emphasizes the central sentiment of the song, with the singer recognizing that the person they are addressing is essential to their very existence, likening them to the air that they breathe. This metaphor underscores the deep, sustaining nature of their love and the realization that they can't imagine life without this individual.
The lyrics also touch on themes of missed opportunities and irreversible mistakes, with the singer lamenting that it is now too late for apologies. The verses convey a sense of longing and sorrow, with the singer reflecting on past actions and the consequences of their choices, ultimately leading to a place of acceptance and understanding of the importance of the person they love.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM LEVINE, JAMES VALENTINE, JESSE ROYAL CARMICHAEL, MICKEY MADDEN
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