"Save It" by Gilbert O'Sullivan is a heartfelt song about letting go of a past love. The lyrics suggest that the narrator wants the person they were in a relationship with to save their love for someone else, specifically their future children or loved ones. The narrator acknowledges that they still love this person, but they have accepted that someone else can love them more. They encourage the person to find someone else who is asking for their love, as the narrator believes that the truth about their love will never be fully understood. The song mentions saving this love for a priest, indicating that one day the person may be asked if they want to marry someone else. The narrator suggests that by answering "I do" to the priest, they will find happiness just like when the narrator left them. The narrator demonstrates a strong determination to move on from this love. They express that they are willing to do anything, even taking a trip abroad, to distance themselves and find a change that will bring them peace from their feelings for this person. The song advises the person to save their emotions for the morning that starts a new day. It suggests that if the person has learned their lesson, someone else will not have to suffer the consequences of their actions. The lyrics imply that the person's carefree days are over and they can no longer break someone's heart in the same way they did to the narrator. Despite admitting to still thinking about them, the narrator states that they no longer care. Overall, "Save It" tells the story of a person who has had their heart broken but has found the strength to move on. They want their former lover to save their love for someone else and take responsibility for their actions. The song conveys a sense of acceptance and a desire for both parties to find happiness separate from each other.
