Even So
Forgiveness in Melody: Unraveling Rachael Yamagata's 'Even So'
Lyrics
You're gonna hate me when I tell you everything
You will feel resentment or strong disapproval when I reveal everything.
You're gonna question whether you really know me at all
You will doubt whether you truly understand who I am.
You will revisit every smile, and where it fit into the day
You will revisit every happy moment, analyzing its significance in our relationship.
I know this is how it will play
I anticipate that this is the way the situation will unfold.
And I try, oh I try to think of all the things
Despite the impending revelation, I attempt to think of ways to express my love for you.
That I could do to let you know that I love you
I strive to find actions that convey my love for you.
Even so
Despite the upcoming challenges, nevertheless.
I was not looking to do you wrong
I didn't intend to hurt you or act dishonestly.
Was not looking for a change of scenery
I wasn't seeking a change or looking to cause harm.
Don't remember where, or when, or how I did
I can't recall the specifics of when or how I erred.
But I'm hoping that you'll forgive me
I hope for your forgiveness despite my actions.
And I try, oh I try to think of all the things
Continuing efforts to express my love for you despite the impending revelation.
That I could do to let you know that I love you
Continued attempts to communicate my love for you.
Do you remember how we used to run in the summertime?
Recalling shared memories of running together in the summertime.
Do you remember how we'd run in the summertime?
A repetition, emphasizing the nostalgic aspect of running together in the summertime.
Oh I try, I try so very hard
I exert significant effort in my attempts to convey my feelings.
And I cry, I cry so very much
I experience intense emotions, likely sadness or regret.
For I love you like you'll never let yourself feel again
I love you profoundly, surpassing the capacity for self-love.
I love you like a brother and a friend
Expressing love in a platonic and friendly manner, like a brother and a friend.
I love you with my whole heart until it bends
I love you with my entire heart, even when faced with challenges.
I love you like a lover until the very end
I love you romantically and passionately until the very end.
But I'll always think of all the things
Reflecting on the positive actions you took to express your love for me.
You did to let me know that you love me
You are departing despite your past efforts to show your love.
But you're leaving
However, you are leaving nonetheless.
Even so
Even with the challenges, nevertheless, you are leaving.
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