"Give You My Love" by John Newman is a song about the struggles and insecurities that one experiences in a relationship. The lyrics depict a person who has been hurt and let down in the past, but is willing to give love another chance. However, they are filled with doubt and fear of getting hurt again. The line "I keep calling and calling, then regret it in the morning" suggests that the protagonist continuously reaches out to their partner, but later regrets their actions because they realize they may seem clingy or needy. They acknowledge that they feel pressured to maintain the relationship, yet find it boring and unfulfilling. Despite their reservations, they express a desire to give their love and heart to their partner. They recognize that they have changed and won't depend on their partner to stay, indicating a newfound independence and self-assurance. The repetition of the lines "Oh oh oh oh, oh oh oh oh, I wanna give you my love, I wanna give you my heart" emphasizes the protagonist's longing to fully commit and invest in the relationship, despite their vulnerability and previous traumas. In essence, "Give You My Love" portrays the emotional struggle of someone who wants to love again but is haunted by their past and constantly battles their insecurities. The song captures their internal conflict, as they try to overcome their fears and find the courage to give their love and heart to someone new.
