I Wouldn't Need You
I Wouldn't Need You

Norah Jones - I Wouldn't Need You Lyrics

Imagine if self-love could replace the longing for a significant other! Norah Jones crafts a beautifully poignant tune that dances around the idea of self-reliance versus reliance on a lover. She ponders if mimicking the tender touches, deep stares, and… Read more

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I Wouldn't Need You Lyrics

If I touched myself
The way you touched me
If I could hold myself
The way you held me

[Chorus]
Then I wouldn't need you
I wouldn't need you
No, I wouldn't need you
To love me

If I could replace
The things you gave me
If I could see my face
Without the tragedy

[Chorus]

But I do
So come back
Come back

If you could see the way I act
When I'm alone
If you could hear my voice crack
Over the phone

Oh and I need you
Oh and I need you
To love me

Writer(s): NORAH JONES
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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What is the Meaning of I Wouldn't Need You?

Imagine if self-love could replace the longing for a significant other! Norah Jones crafts a beautifully poignant tune that dances around the idea of self-reliance versus reliance on a lover. She ponders if mimicking the tender touches, deep stares, and comforting words of her lover could make her independent. Spoiler: it can't. The chorus confession "I wouldn't need you" is more wishful thinking than reality. Deep down, she knows that the magic of companionship is irreplaceable, and her phone woes and voice cracks without him prove it. She wraps up this emotional rollercoaster with the ultimate truth bomb—we all need a bit of love that's beyond our own reflection. #SelfLoveVsTrueLove #EmotionalRollercoaster #NeedYou

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who inspired the song 'I Wouldn't Need You' by Norah Jones?

    The song was inspired by the ending of Norah Jones' relationship with her boyfriend and bassist, Lee Alexander.

  2. Did Lee Alexander know that some songs on The Fall were about him?

    Yes, according to an interview with The Daily Telegraph on February 9, 2010, Norah Jones mentioned that Lee Alexander had heard all the songs a long time ago and he was cool with it.

  3. What is the theme of 'I Wouldn't Need You'?

    'I Wouldn't Need You' explores themes of longing and heartache following a breakup. It reflects on the emotional struggle of trying to move on from a past relationship.

  4. Is 'I Wouldn't Need You' part of any particular album?

    Yes, 'I Wouldn't Need You' is a track from Norah Jones' album titled 'The Fall'.

  5. Who wrote the lyrics for 'I Wouldn't Need You'?

    'I Wouldn't Need You' was written by Norah Jones herself.

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