Edwin Mccain
Misguided Roses
I'll Be
The strands in your eyes that color them wonderful
Stop me and steal my breath
Emeralds from mountains thrust towards the sky
Never revealing their depth
Tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, i'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when i'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
Rain falls angry on the tin roof
As we lie awake in my bed
You're my survival, you're my living proof
My love is alive and not dead
Tell me that we belong together
Dress it up with the trappings of love
I'll be captivated, i'll hang from your lips
Instead of the gallows of heartache that hang from above
I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when i'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
I've dropped out, burned up, fought my way back from the dead
Tuned in, turned on, remembered the things you said
I'll be your cryin' shoulder
I'll be love suicide
I'll be better when i'm older
I'll be the greatest fan of your life
About This Song
"I'll Be" is a tender acoustic ballad that captures the vulnerable intensity of unconditional love and devotion, with Edwin McCain pledging unwavering support through vivid, poetic imagery. The song explores themes of selfless commitment and romantic idealization, as the narrator promises to be everything his beloved needs-from emotional support to devoted admirer-even at the cost of his own well-being. McCain's heartfelt vocals are accompanied by gentle acoustic guitar and subtle orchestration that builds to an emotionally stirring climax, creating an intimate yet expansive sound. The track became a defining example of late-90s adult contemporary rock, resonating with listeners through its honest portrayal of love's willingness to sacrifice and its memorable, singable chorus that transforms personal vulnerability into universal appeal.
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