All Time Love
Will Young Lyrics


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Sometimes you walk by the goods ones
'Cause you're trying too hard, too hard to see them
And sometimes you don't find the right lines
'Cause you're trying, too hard, too hard to hear them
But you know what it feels like, 'cause you're like me
And you won't give up

Till an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough
I want an all time love
To find me

Some days you're too set in your ways
And you forget to shut up, shut up and listen
And some days you just have to misplace all your mistakes
Somewhere that you won't miss them
So stop lying that you're fine, cause you're like me
And you can't give up

Till an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough
I want an all time love
To find me

I don't believe that it's a failure
I don't believe that it's a fault
'Cause if everything were plain sailing
Oh, tell me what would there be left to exalt

But an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough
I want an all time love
To find me

I want an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough




I want an all time love
To find me

Overall Meaning

Will Young's "All Time Love" is a song about searching for true love and not settling for anything less. The lyrics speak to the idea that sometimes we miss out on great opportunities or potential relationships because we are too focused on the wrong things or too set in our ways. Young encourages listeners to keep searching for that perfect love that is worth the wait and not settle for anything less.


The verses describe the ways in which we sometimes let our own insecurities or stubbornness get in the way of finding true love. We may be trying too hard to see or hear what is right in front of us, or we may not be willing to listen to others. However, the chorus reminds us that giving up on finding an all time love is not an option because nothing else will ever be good enough.


The bridge of the song suggests that the struggles and hardships that come with searching for love are not failures or faults, but rather necessary parts of the journey. Without these challenges, we would not be able to fully appreciate and celebrate an all time love once we find it.


Overall, "All Time Love" is a powerful and optimistic anthem about the importance of holding out for true love and never settling for anything less.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes you walk by the goods ones
Sometimes, you don't notice good opportunities, things or people around you.


'Cause you're trying too hard, too hard to see them
This happens because you are focusing too hard on other things and thus losing sight of what is important right in front of you.


And sometimes you don't find the right lines
Sometimes you can't perceive words or messages you need to hear.


'Cause you're trying, too hard, too hard to hear them
This issue happens when you are overthinking and overanalyzing everything, making it more challenging for you to comprehend what you need to learn.


But you know what it feels like, 'cause you're like me
The song's speaker (Will Young) has put forward his thoughts and experiences through these lines, and believes that it might resonate with certain listeners.


And you won't give up
You will not surrender on finding the perfect love or significant other for you.


Till an all-time love
The search continues till the ideal relationship that stands the test of time is discovered.


'Cause nothing else is good enough
The artist believes that compromising for anything that is not an all-time love would be a mistake.


I want an all-time love
The artist wishes for perfect, everlasting and true love.


To find me
The search for love needs to happen and has to come looking for the artist.


Some days you're too set in your ways
There may be times when you operate in your ways, making it harder for you to consider different perspectives or ideas.


And you forget to shut up, shut up and listen
When this inner voice takes over, you may forget to listen to others, to be open or to let them in.


And some days you just have to misplace all your mistakes
You need to let go of your mistakes or past failures and move forward.


Somewhere that you won't miss them
Place your mistakes somewhere where you will not dwell on them and give them power over you.


So stop lying that you're fine, 'cause you're like me
The artist wants to connect with listeners who might feel that they have to pretend to be emotions that they don't feel. It's okay to have flaws and vulnerabilities.


And you can't give up
No matter the challenges, don't give up on finding the person that's meant for you.


I don't believe that it's a failure
The artist does not think that experiencing heartbreak or failed relationships is something to be ashamed of or labeled as a failure.


I don't believe that it's a fault
The artist does not feel that people should blame themselves for relationships ending.


'Cause if everything were plain sailing
If everything in life were easy, there wouldn't be anything to strive for or celebrate.


Oh, tell me what would there be left to exalt
Exalt here means to praise or to honor. Without challenges, difficulties, or heartbreaks, what would be left to cherish and celebrate?




Lyrics © Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: JAMIE HARTMAN

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Michele Amadei

Sometimes you walk by the goods ones
'Cause you're trying too hard, too hard to see them
And sometimes you don't find the right lines
'Cause you're trying, too hard, too hard to hear them
But you know what it feels like, 'cause you're like me
And you won't give up
Till an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough
I want an all time love
To find me
Some days you're too set in your ways
And you forget to shut up, shut up and listen
And some days you just have to misplace all your mistakes
Somewhere that you won't miss them
So stop lying that you're fine, cause you're like me
And you can't give up
Till an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough
I want an all time love
To find me
I don't believe that it's a failure
I don't believe that it's a fault
'Cause if everything were plain sailing
Oh, tell me what would there be left to exalt
But an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough
I want an all time love
To find me
I want an all time love
'Cause nothing else is good enough
I want an all time love
To find me



All comments from YouTube:

Garciamrcool

Very underrated song. Absolutely brilliant and sad it was not a bigger hit for him. It should have been.

Sandra Cox

Garciamrcool it went to no 2 in the singles chart and the album is a million seller so it was a big hit for him.

mark wilson

And a very under rated video…..really clever mixing Nuremberg with South American juntas

Johnny Tee

so tru very underrated was his best in my opinion. such a powerful song

Jill Crowley

Oh Will thank you for all the music over the years you are someone very special x

Chloe N

This song will be as I walk down the isle on my wedding day. I love it so much ❤

Caroline Dexter

My son bought me your album for Christmas when he was 11 or 12 years old and I still listen to it. He’s now 22 !! It’s a Classic Will 💕🙋‍♀️

Tanith Harris

this song gives me goosebumps every time ♡

Antomac

Just listened to this on my iphone and still believe it is one of the best pop male vocal performances of the last 20 years. Really believed it would have more views.

StephenLee UK

Agree! Think it's my favourite Will song, It's stunning and soulful. 😊

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