09 Nothing To Lose
Des'ree · Other Songs - Des'ree
Nothing To Lose
Hold me don't let go, cos I'm revelling in insecurity.
It's so unlike me, yes I know.
But what am I to do with how I feel.
I just keep on wondering, pondering what to do.
I beat up on myself and everybody else, I'm so confused.
You say let's compromise, head for the skies.
Nothing to lose. I've got nothing to lose.
Chorus.
So please don't leave me here. I'll be lost without you.
Don't make me stay. Cos I'll only be in the way.
Don't say I told you so and that
my argument is wearing thin.
Sometimes I'm ugly, beautiful.
Say I'm hormonal and I'll punch you in.
Cos I just can't make up my mind any time,
I'm not like you.
Don't put words in my mouth
or I'm heading south right on cue.
You said let's compromise head for the skies.
Nothing to lose. I've got nothing to lose.
Chorus.
So please don't leave me here. I'll be lost without you.
Don't make me stay. Cos I'll only be in the way.
Just can't make up my mind, anytime,
I'm not like you.
Don't put words in my mouth
or I'm heading south right on cue.
You say let's compromise, head for the skies.
Nothing to lose. I've got nothing to lose.
Chorus.
So please don't leave me here. I'll be lost without you.
Don't make me stay. Cos I'll only be in the way.
09 Nothing To Lose
Des'ree's '09 Nothing To Lose' stands as a testament to her distinctive blend of soulful R&B and reggae-inflected pop. Emerging during a period where her smooth, emotive vocals defined a generation of British soul, the track captures the intimate vulnerability characteristic of her broader discography. While often overshadowed by her massive global hits, this recording showcases her ability to convey deep emotion through understated musical arrangements. The song reflects the artist's consistent exploration of love and resilience, hallmarks of her musical identity throughout the 1990s. It remains a cherished piece for fans who appreciate the nuanced textures of her vocal delivery and the genre-defying production that marked her most influential era.