Not trying to be Mr. Wise Guy here, but to me there's a lot of satire and sarcasm in this song. The sad tone of her voice actually gives it away. As I understand the lyrics, this song is about unconditional love but not at all the good kind. I mean, just as an example: "You can ask to live by yourself or love someone else, and I'll support it"-- that has nothing to do with a healthy relationship.
I think it is about being very much in love with somebody, to the point of obsession maybe, and that the other person owes you nothing in return for whatever you do for them. They can treat you in whatever way they want, because you'll always have their back, support them, be there for them. If they need space, support, love or acceptance, you will be the one they can call on. You will give all of your time and energy to make them feel loved, and deep in your heart that's what you really want to feel yourself. But it's not a matter of course that they will do the same things for you. It is not the type of love that is based on giving and taking, and there is really only one person who benefits from it. It is not equal or right, but the humble "giver" keeps hanging on because they have a tiny bit of hope that they will be loved fully in return. And if that doesn't happen, they'll just keep trying harder.
I was with you up until the last sentence. They move on. When there's no reason for absence and the promise made was not fulfilled, they move on. Sadly, some don't see it happening because it's gradual. But it's there. FYI, your warped view of relationships has you interpreting the song all wrong. Love is not measured by who gives more/puts more in. Love is measured by whether or not each person gets out of it what S/HE wants. People love for many reasons and each has different expectations. For example, I don't want marriage. I don't want boring. I...
I was with you up until the last sentence. They move on. When there's no reason for absence and the promise made was not fulfilled, they move on. Sadly, some don't see it happening because it's gradual. But it's there. FYI, your warped view of relationships has you interpreting the song all wrong. Love is not measured by who gives more/puts more in. Love is measured by whether or not each person gets out of it what S/HE wants. People love for many reasons and each has different expectations. For example, I don't want marriage. I don't want boring. I don't want the status quo. I like a challenge. I like raw energy. I like to nurture, too. And I require extremely bright men. It's a turn on. Leave It To Beaver may work for your mama, but my mama didn't raise a dull girl...
I agree with you that love is open to many different interpretations and that people should do whatever makes them happy, as long as they don't hurt others or take advantage of them. Inequality or being completely spineless in order to please somebody is not something I've ever believed in. I don't think that has anything to do with my so-called "warped view of relationships" as you label it. I also don't believe you know me. My post was clearly labeled as being my own interpretation, so even if you disagree I suggest you keep it down with the personal...
I agree with you that love is open to many different interpretations and that people should do whatever makes them happy, as long as they don't hurt others or take advantage of them. Inequality or being completely spineless in order to please somebody is not something I've ever believed in. I don't think that has anything to do with my so-called "warped view of relationships" as you label it. I also don't believe you know me. My post was clearly labeled as being my own interpretation, so even if you disagree I suggest you keep it down with the personal comments.
As for the rest, I think Prisoner.I.Was has already summed up my take on this song very well.
Not trying to be Mr. Wise Guy here, but to me there's a lot of satire and sarcasm in this song. The sad tone of her voice actually gives it away. As I understand the lyrics, this song is about unconditional love but not at all the good kind. I mean, just as an example: "You can ask to live by yourself or love someone else, and I'll support it"-- that has nothing to do with a healthy relationship.
I think it is about being very much in love with somebody, to the point of obsession maybe, and that the other person owes you nothing in return for whatever you do for them. They can treat you in whatever way they want, because you'll always have their back, support them, be there for them. If they need space, support, love or acceptance, you will be the one they can call on. You will give all of your time and energy to make them feel loved, and deep in your heart that's what you really want to feel yourself. But it's not a matter of course that they will do the same things for you. It is not the type of love that is based on giving and taking, and there is really only one person who benefits from it. It is not equal or right, but the humble "giver" keeps hanging on because they have a tiny bit of hope that they will be loved fully in return. And if that doesn't happen, they'll just keep trying harder.
I was with you up until the last sentence. They move on. When there's no reason for absence and the promise made was not fulfilled, they move on. Sadly, some don't see it happening because it's gradual. But it's there. FYI, your warped view of relationships has you interpreting the song all wrong. Love is not measured by who gives more/puts more in. Love is measured by whether or not each person gets out of it what S/HE wants. People love for many reasons and each has different expectations. For example, I don't want marriage. I don't want boring. I...
I was with you up until the last sentence. They move on. When there's no reason for absence and the promise made was not fulfilled, they move on. Sadly, some don't see it happening because it's gradual. But it's there. FYI, your warped view of relationships has you interpreting the song all wrong. Love is not measured by who gives more/puts more in. Love is measured by whether or not each person gets out of it what S/HE wants. People love for many reasons and each has different expectations. For example, I don't want marriage. I don't want boring. I don't want the status quo. I like a challenge. I like raw energy. I like to nurture, too. And I require extremely bright men. It's a turn on. Leave It To Beaver may work for your mama, but my mama didn't raise a dull girl...
I agree with you that love is open to many different interpretations and that people should do whatever makes them happy, as long as they don't hurt others or take advantage of them. Inequality or being completely spineless in order to please somebody is not something I've ever believed in. I don't think that has anything to do with my so-called "warped view of relationships" as you label it. I also don't believe you know me. My post was clearly labeled as being my own interpretation, so even if you disagree I suggest you keep it down with the personal...
I agree with you that love is open to many different interpretations and that people should do whatever makes them happy, as long as they don't hurt others or take advantage of them. Inequality or being completely spineless in order to please somebody is not something I've ever believed in. I don't think that has anything to do with my so-called "warped view of relationships" as you label it. I also don't believe you know me. My post was clearly labeled as being my own interpretation, so even if you disagree I suggest you keep it down with the personal comments.
As for the rest, I think Prisoner.I.Was has already summed up my take on this song very well.