Reason To Believe
Vagabon Lyrics

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If I listen long enough to you
I'd find a way to believe that it's all true
Knowing that you lied straight-faced while I cried
Still I look to find a reason to believe

If I gave you time to change my mind
I'd find a way to leave the past behind
Knowing that you lied straight-faced while I cried

Still I look to find a reason to believe

Someone like you makes it hard to live without somebody else
Someone like you makes it easy to give
Never thinking of myself

If I listen long enough to you
I'd find a way to believe that it's all true

Knowing that you lied straight-faced while I cried
Still I look to find a reason to believe

Overall Meaning

The song "Reason to Believe" by Vagabon explores the complexities of a broken relationship and the struggle to find closure. The lyrics express a sense of resignation to the lies that were told and the pain that was caused, yet there is still a yearning to find a reason to believe that it was all true. The repetition of this line emphasizes the singer’s struggle to move on, despite the hurt they’ve experienced.

The second verse describes a potential scenario in which the singer would give the other person another chance to change their ways and move forward, but ultimately acknowledges that the lies were too much to overcome. The line "someone like you makes it hard to live without somebody else" highlights the difficulty of being alone after investing time and effort into a relationship.

Overall, the song conveys a sense of emotional turmoil and the difficulty of finding closure after a relationship ends. It is a relatable experience for many people who have gone through heartbreak and are struggling to move on.

Line by Line Meaning

If I listen long enough to you
Despite the lies, I am willing to hear you out

I'd find a way to believe that it's all true
Your words have the power to make me believe

Knowing that you lied straight-faced while I cried
I am aware of your deception and how it hurt me

Still I look to find a reason to believe
I am searching for a reason to trust you despite it all

If I gave you time to change my mind
If I give you a chance to make things right

I'd find a way to leave the past behind
I'm willing to move on from our shared history

Someone like you makes it hard to live without somebody else
Being without you is difficult for me

Someone like you makes it easy to give
You have a way of making me want to be selfless

Never thinking of myself
I'm willing to put your needs before my own

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Tim Hardin

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