What Once Was
What Once Was

Her's - What Once Was Lyrics

This melancholic ballad navigates the emotional landscape of loss and longing. The narrator grapples with an impending separation, perhaps due to an inevitable departure or an emotional drift. His friends' subdued demeanor and his own uneasy acceptance hint… Read more

Apr 8, 2016
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What Once Was Lyrics

I guess I knew this would happen to you
Inside I did, but I refused to know the truth
I'm headin' back inside to sit at home with you
I think I know what's wrong

My friends put on their bravest face
Their tails between their legs, something's out of place
I bet their mothers let them know what I'm about to face
Keep your mouth zipped, son

Baby, I've been there before
I was at the point where all I really wanted was someone
And now I'm still hangin' on
I was at the end of every tether waitin' for what once was

(Ooh)
(Ooh-ooh)

Tell me all the important stuff
What's your favorite color, what makes you so tough?
Please don't let go when you've had enough
I'm on my knees

Baby, I've been here before
I was at the point where all I really wanted was someone
And now I'm still hangin' on
I was at the end of every tether waiting for what once was

(Ooh)
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
(Ooh)

Baby, I've been there before
I was at the point where all I really wanted was someone
And now I'm still hangin' on
I was at the end of every tether waiting for what once was

Waitin' for my love
Waitin' for

(Ooh)
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
(Ooh)

Writer(s): Stephen Fitzpatrick, Audun Laading
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sentric Music
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of What Once Was?

This melancholic ballad navigates the emotional landscape of loss and longing. The narrator grapples with an impending separation, perhaps due to an inevitable departure or an emotional drift. His friends' subdued demeanor and his own uneasy acceptance hint at an inevitable confrontation with reality. Seeking solace, he yearns for a genuine connection, symbolized by a plea for the sharing of trivial personal details. This longing for a bygone state of love or companionship encapsulates his struggle to move forward while clinging to the remnants of what once was. The repetition of waiting signifies a profound hopefulness intertwined with despair. #Longing #EmotionalResonance

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. When was the single 'What Once Was' released?

    'What Once Was' was released in May 2016.

  2. Who composed the music and lyrics for 'What Once Was'?

    The music and lyrics for 'What Once Was' were composed by Stephen Fitzpatrick and Audun Laading, who were the members of Her's.

  3. What musical influences and genres is 'What Once Was' associated with?

    'What Once Was' has been associated with a mix of genres including British indie, tropical beach wave, and slacker rock. The band's music has also been compared to artists like Wild Nothing, Beach Fossils, Ariel Pink, and Mac DeMarco.

  4. From which album is the single 'What Once Was' taken?

    The single 'What Once Was' is taken from the compilation album 'Songs of Her's,' which was released on May 12, 2017.

  5. How was 'What Once Was' received by critics?

    'What Once Was' was well-received by critics. Jamie Milton of DIY praised it by comparing Her's to bands like Wild Nothing, Beach Fossils, and Ariel Pink. It was part of the praised compilation 'Songs of Her's' which received positive reviews from multiple sources.

  6. Did Her's have any notable achievements before the release of 'What Once Was'?

    Her's formed in 2015 and released their debut single 'Dorothy' in April 2016, which was also well-received. Before 'What Once Was,' they had gained attention for their unique blend of genres and a comedic, engaging presence through music videos on YouTube.

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