Story Behind The Song
A man realizes, after the fact, that despite the imperfections of his last love, even a more "perfect" partner does not give him the same lift.
Song Description
The "perfect" one isn't always the right one.
| Song Length |
3:08 |
Genre |
Folk - Alternative, Pop - Easy Listening |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Mood |
Disconcerted |
| Subject |
Regret |
Similar Artists |
John Mayer |
| Language |
English |
Era |
2000 and later |
Lyrics
She brings me down to the river bank
Lays out a blanket we sip pink champagne
Whispers low, her body close to mine
I fall asleep on her, she doesn't complain.
We can fly higher
Than a yellow balloon sailing up to the moon
There's a fire
I can't contain when I'm gonna see her soon.
CHORUS:
She's not you
She wants in but I can't let her. (Late at night I call your name)
She's not you
In a heartbeat I could forget her. (And love doesn't feel the same.)
'Cause she's not you.
She's not you.
When I'm low and down on myself
She picks me up and gently shows me the way
Never says, "That's life, just suck it up,"
The way you used to do to set me straight.
I should feel finer
Than English bone china or 18 carat gold
She couldn't be kinder
Never tells me to grow up before I get too old.
CHORUS:
You don't know what you've lost
Until you say goodbye
Wish I could take back everything
That made you cry.
CHORUS