Life For Rent

Dido · Life For Rent [2003]

I haven't ever really found a place that I call home

I never stick around quite long enough to make it

I apologize that once again I'm not in love

But it's not as if I mind that your heart ain't exactly breaking



It's just a thought

Only a thought



If my life is for rent and I don't learn to buy

Well I deserve nothing more than I get 'cause nothing I have is truly mine



I've always thought that I would love to live by the sea

To travel the world alone and live more simply

I have no idea what's happened to that dream

Cause there's really nothing left here to stop me



It's just a thought

Only a thought



If my life is for rent and I don't learn to buy

Well I deserve nothing more than I get 'cause nothing I have is truly mine



And if my life is for rent and I don't learn to buy

Well I deserve nothing more than I get 'cause nothing I have is truly mine



While my heart is a shield and I won't let it down

Why am I so afraid to fail so I won't even try

Well how can I say I'm alive



But if my life is for rent and I don't learn to buy

Well I deserve nothing more than I get 'cause nothing I have is truly mine



And if my life is for rent and I don't learn to buy

Well I deserve nothing more than I get 'cause nothing I have is truly mine

'Cause nothing I have is truly mine

'Cause nothing I have is truly mine

'Cause nothing I have is truly mine

Life For Rent

Released in 2003, Dido's 'Life For Rent' serves as the title track for her album of the same name, marking a pivotal moment in her career following her breakthrough with 'Thank You'. The song exemplifies her signature blend of soulful vocals and atmospheric production, characteristic of the early 2000s indie-pop and R&B landscape. As a centerpiece of the record, the track explores themes of emotional vulnerability and the complexities of modern relationships, resonating deeply with listeners who appreciate introspective songwriting. Its enduring popularity highlights Dido's ability to craft memorable recordings that transcend fleeting trends, cementing her status as a significant voice in contemporary music history.