The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
I believe in your strength
Though I understand you've felt alone
Because when you need a friend there's no one strong
To fall back on
And your past will still burden you
But I'll hold you through the pain
So in the end it's not just you with your memories and your scars
Fall on me if you ever forget how beautiful you are
I believe in your words and your eyes
And when you speak of your dreams
I realize that I will envy whoever you give your heart to
(Chorus)
And I will never let you fade away
And I want you to know that I love you
For all you are and all that you'll be
(Chorus)
Though I understand you've felt alone
Because when you need a friend there's no one strong
To fall back on
And your past will still burden you
But I'll hold you through the pain
So in the end it's not just you with your memories and your scars
Fall on me if you ever forget how beautiful you are
I believe in your words and your eyes
And when you speak of your dreams
I realize that I will envy whoever you give your heart to
(Chorus)
And I will never let you fade away
And I want you to know that I love you
For all you are and all that you'll be
(Chorus)
Lyrics submitted by toadtws
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