Lyrics

Must I Settle?
© 2024 Michael Hanson Cantwell

(Verse 1)
I'm young and in love, got my life all mapped out
Two years together, there's never a doubt
He's everything I need, the one I adore
But there's something inside me that's aching for more

He's sweet, he's kind, he's my best friend, no lie
But when it comes to loving, it's a slow goodbye
I'm craving the fire, the spark in the night
But he's good with a kiss and he's out like a light

(Pre-Chorus)
I'm torn between the heart and what my body screams
Is this the life I want, or just a shattered dream?

(Chorus)
Must I settle for love without the flame?
Feels like I'm the only one who's playing the game
Every kiss is sweet, but it's not enough
I need passion, I need heat, I need all that stuff
Must I settle, or is there more to feel?
I'm starving for something that's deep and real
Love is here, but where's the desire?
I need a love that's burning like a wildfire

(Verse 2)
We talked it through, and he says he'll try
But the promises fade, and I'm left high and dry
I don't want to stray, but it crosses my mind
I remember a love that was hot, untamed, and wild

I don't want to cheat, but I'm losing my way
Is it wrong to want passion at the end of the day?
He's everything I've dreamed, but I'm feeling denied
Can I say "I do" if I'm starving inside?

(Pre-Chorus)
Is it selfish to want both the heart and the heat?
Or am I chasing a love that's too bittersweet?

(Chorus)
Must I settle for love without the flame?
Feels like I'm the only one who's playing the game
Every kiss is sweet, but it's not enough
I need passion, I need heat, I need all that stuff
Must I settle, or is there more to feel?
I'm starving for something that's deep and real
Love is here, but where's the desire?
I need a love that's burning like a wildfire

(Bridge)
I'm scared of the future, scared of the vow
If this is forever, can I handle it now?
I love him, I swear, but I can't lie to me
I need to feel wanted, I need to be free

(Chorus)
Must I settle for love without the flame?
Feels like I'm the only one who's playing the game
Every kiss is sweet, but it's not enough
I need passion, I need heat, I need all that stuff
Must I settle, or is there more to feel?
I'm starving for something that's deep and real
Love is here, but where's the desire?
I need a love that's burning like a wildfire

(Outro)
Must I settle... or will I walk away?
Before forever feels like yesterday.