Next to Me

I absolutely love this song. It's so refreshing to hear a song that's about a solid relationship. When you turn on most popular radio stations these days, the songs center around sex, drugs, and alcohol (after all, those are the supposed cornerstones of Rock 'N Roll). If they are the cornerstones of Rock 'N Roll, they are the epitome of Rap. This song breaks away from that stereotype and presents a relationship that is solid. It's not all about some man cheating, taking advantage, and loving loose women; rather it is about a man who doesn't go out drinking, and is there to support her through hard times. Take a look at the lyrics as you listening:

 

 

Emeli Sande Next to Me:

 

You won't find him drinking at the tables
rolling dice and staying out til 3
You won't ever find him being unfaithful
You will find him, you'll find him next to me

You won't find him trying to chase the devil
for money, fame, for power, out of grief
You won't ever find him where the rest go
You will find him, you'll find him next to me

Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
You will find him, you'll find him next to me

When the money's spent and all my friends have vanished
and I can't seem to find no help or love for free
I know there's no need for me to panic
cause I'll find him, I'll find him next to me

When the skies are grey and all the doors are closing
and the rising pressure makes it hard to breathe

Well, all I need is a hand to stop the tears from falling
I will find him, I'll find him next to me

Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
I will find him, I'll find him next to me

When the end has come and buildings falling down fast
When we've spoilt the land and dried up all the sea
When everyone has lost their heads around us
You will find him, you'll find him next to me

Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
You will find him, you'll find him next to me

Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
Next to me, ooooh
You will find him, you'll find him next to me