Never Gonna Leave Your Side

Daniel Bedingfield · Gotta Get Thru This [2002]

I feel like a song without the words

A man without a soul

A bird without its wings

A heart without a home

I feel like a knight without a sword

The sky without the sun

Cuz you are the one



I feel like a ship beneath the waves

A child that lost its way

A door without a key

A face without a name

I feel like a breath without the air

And every day's the same

Since you've gone away



I gotta have a reason to wake up in the morning

You used to be the one that put a smile on my face

There are no words that could describe how I miss you

And I miss you everyday

Yeah



And I'm never gonna leave your side

And I'm never gonna leave your side again

Still holding on girl

I won't let you go

Cuz when I'm lying in your arms

I know I'm home



They tell me that a man can lose his mind

Living in the pain

The call in times gone by

The crying in the rain

You know I've wasted half the time

And I'm on my knees again

Till you come to me

Yeah



I gotta have a reason to wake up in the morning

You used to be the one that put a smile on my face

There are no words that could describe how I miss you

And I miss you everyday

Yeah



And I'm never gonna leave your side

And I'm never gonna leave your side again

Still holding on girl

I won't let you go

I lay my head against your heart

I know I'm home

I know I'm home

I know I'm home



And I'm never gonna leave your side

And I'm never gonna leave your side again

Still holding on girl

I won't let you go

Cuz when I'm lying in your arms

I know I'm home

About Never Gonna Leave Your Side

Daniel Bedingfield's "Never Gonna Leave Your Side" serves as a poignant mid-track on his 2002 debut album, *Gotta Get Thru This*. Released during the height of the pop-rock revival, the song blends Bedingfield's signature melodic sensibility with the polished production typical of early 2000s radio hits. As a mid-tempo ballad, it complements the album's broader themes of resilience and emotional vulnerability, fitting seamlessly alongside tracks like "He Don't Love You Like I Love You" and "If You're Not The One." The recording captures a moment in Bedingfield's career where he balanced mainstream appeal with genuine emotional depth, establishing a discography that would later include his acclaimed second album, *Second First Impression*. This track remains a defining example of his early work, showcasing his ability to craft songs that resonate with listeners seeking both melody and heartfelt storytelling.