You Give Me Something

James Morrison · Keep Calm & Relax [2012]

You only stay with me in the morning,

You only hold me when I sleep,

I was meant to tread the water,

But now I've gotten in too deep,

For every piece of me that wants you,

Another piece backs away.



'Cause you give me something,

That makes me scared alright,

This could be nothing,

But I'm willing to give it a try,

Please give me something,

'Cause someday I might know my heart.



You only waited up for hours,

Just to spend a little time alone with me,

And I can say I've never bought you flowers,

I can't work out what they mean,

I never thought that I'd love someone,

That was someone else's dream.



'Cause you give me something,

That makes me scared alright,

This could be nothing,

But I'm willing to give it a try,

Please give me something,

'Cause someday I might call you from my heart.



But it might be a second too late,

And the words that I could never say,

Are gonna come out anyway.



'Cause you give me something,

That makes me scared alright,

This could be nothing,

But I'm willing to give it a try,

Please give me something,



Mmmm

'Cause you give me something,

That makes me scared alright,

This could be nothing,

But I'm willing to give it a try,

Please give me something,

Cause someday I might know my heart.



Know my heart,

Know my,

Know my heart,

Mmmmhmmm

You Give Me Something

James Morrison's 'You Give Me Something' serves as a tender exploration of emotional vulnerability within the ballad tradition. Recorded for the 2012 album 'Keep Calm & Relax,' the track exemplifies Morrison's signature style, blending acoustic intimacy with polished production to convey deep personal connection. The song reflects his ability to craft melodies that resonate with universal themes of love and reliance, characteristic of his work during this period. By focusing on the interplay between vocal delivery and atmospheric instrumentation, the recording captures a moment of quiet reflection, standing as a testament to his skill in translating raw feeling into accessible pop music.