Lonely
iLL BLU feat. James Morrison Lyrics


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When you feel alone and need someone
Do you think that you're the only one?
Do you? do you?
Tears are falling in the dark
Do you listen to your beating heart?
Do you? do you?
'Cause I see this space that we've been on
All you have to do is turn around
'Cause I see this space that we've been on
I see this space that we've been on
I see this space that we've been on
And you know what I'm saying

We're just lonely people, people people
We're just lonely people, people people
We're just lonely people, looking for somebody to love
But you know what I'm saying

We can be alone
We can be alone
We can be alone together

We can be alone
We can be alone
We can be alone together

Naturally, I'm out of touch
Don't be scared to feel too much
Don't go, don't go
Yeah, I can't watch you break and bend
Heart ain't just your only friend
You know, you know
'Cause I see this space that we've been on
All you have to do is turn around
'Cause I see this space that we've been on
I see this space that we've been on
I see this space that we've been on
And you know what I'm saying

We're just lonely people, people people
We're just lonely people, people people
We're just lonely people, looking for somebody to love
But you know what I'm saying

We can be alone
We can be alone
We can be alone together

We can be alone
We can be alone
We can be alone together

We're just lonely people
We're just lonely people
We're just lonely people
We're just lonely people

We're just lonely people, looking for somebody to love
And if you feel what I'm feeling, take it
Further, let's go deeper, it's only you and me here tonight
And there's a truth that we can make it

We're just lonely people, people people
We're just lonely people, people people




We're just lonely people, looking for somebody to love
We can be alone together

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of iLL BLU feat. James Morrison's song Lonely People delve into the common human experience of feeling alone and looking for someone to love. The opening lines ask if the listener thinks that they are the only ones feeling lonely and lost. The subsequent lines describe tears falling in the dark and encourage the listener to listen to their own heartbeat. The lyrics suggest that in these difficult moments, all one needs to do is turn around and see the space that they have been on. The repetition of this line emphasizes the idea that sometimes all it takes to feel less alone is to shift our perspective.


The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that loneliness is a shared experience. The repetition of the phrase "we're just lonely people" emphasizes the universality of the emotion. The lyrics suggest that even though we are longing for someone to love, we can also be alone together. This paradoxical concept conveys the idea that we can find comfort in each other's company, even if we are not romantically involved.


The final lines of the song suggest that the listener and the singer are alone together and that there is "a truth that we can make it." This sentiment implies that even though the experience of loneliness can be painful, it is also an opportunity for connection and growth.


Overall, the lyrics of Lonely People express empathy and understanding for the experience of feeling alone. The song suggests that we are all in this together and that we can find comfort and connection in each other.


Line by Line Meaning

When you feel alone and need someone
When you are overwhelmed with loneliness and you need someone to talk to


Do you think that you're the only one?
Do you believe that you are the only person who feels this way?


Do you? do you?
Do you really think that?


Tears are falling in the dark
You are crying all alone in the night


Do you listen to your beating heart?
Do you hear the sound of your heart and feel the emptiness inside?


Do you? do you?
Do you really pay attention to your feelings?


'Cause I see this space that we've been on
I see the distance between us


All you have to do is turn around
You just need to change your perspective


And you know what I'm saying
You understand what I mean


We're just lonely people, people people
We are all alone, searching for companionship


Looking for somebody to love
We all need someone to love and care for


We can be alone together
We can be alone in each other's company and feel connected


Naturally, I'm out of touch
I may not always understand your emotions


Don't be scared to feel too much
Don't be afraid to open up and express your emotions


Yeah, I can't watch you break and bend
I can't bear to see you in pain


Heart ain't just your only friend
Your heart is not the only source of comfort and love


You know, you know
You are aware of this truth


And if you feel what I'm feeling, take it
If you understand my emotions and share them, embrace them


Further, let's go deeper, it's only you and me here tonight
Let's explore our feelings and emotions deeply, without any distractions


We're just lonely people, looking for somebody to love
We are all searching for someone to share our emotions and love with




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: JAMES MORRISON, JAMES GRANT, MARTIN BRAMMER, STEVE ROBSON, DARIUS ELLINGTON-FORDE, E JR BURRUS TERRY, DERRICK LEONARD GRANT, ANTHONY LANG, RASHAD SABREE LEWIS

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Comments from YouTube:

Jada

Had so much fun filming it. So happy with the outcome! Such a tune. Be sure to get it when it comes out!

Dannika Dudfield

***** It was such an amazing experience, missing the mandem ;) x

nessquiknails

Used to always listen to James Morrison so I was so surprised to hear his voice on a track like this! Incredible vocals as always :)

swissbabyok

Amazing dance track!! I ❤️ it. So good to hear James' voice again. He can sing anything and it sounds perfect.

cassidyish

Great to see you back James - you are missed more than you know.  The track is great and can't wait for the album.  We're just lonely people....looking for somebody to love...we can be alone together.  Always captures the core of people...great artist !  The best.

Jade Anderson

Love everything about this song, and the music video is brilliant!
Cannot wait to hear more from James!!

Love B

Wow! I never thought to hear this style of music from James. It sounds amazing!
Ps. still waiting for his new album. :-)

MICHAELA Official

Well done iLL BLU and Climax. Amazing track!! Very catchy. sure it will be top 10 once released. Wish you all the luck in the world. All the best
M I C H A E L A xo

RakiBalboa

Ir was something weird hearing James singing this type of music, but after a couple of times listening to it I absolutely love it!! I'm kind of disappointed that it doesn't have more views...

melyrox98

WOW. This is so new and different from anything JM has ever done and it sounds FANTASTIC! xx

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