The song "Nothing" by John Newman tells the story of a person who is struggling to let go of a past relationship. The protagonist realizes that they have been given a new chance at life but still can't stop remembering their past love, which is tearing them apart emotionally. In the verse, the protagonist expresses their suffering and struggle to get their feelings out of their heart. They acknowledge that they haven't learned from their mistakes and take the blame for the difficulties they face in moving on. They convey a sense of longing and desperation to make things right. The chorus emphasizes the idea that there is nothing the protagonist wouldn't do for their former partner, indicating their intense love and dedication. They also admit that they have never learned from their past mistakes and take responsibility for the relationship falling apart. In the second verse, the protagonist mentions that no matter how much their former partner cries, they won't give up on them. They reflect on the fact that their love was never expressed through words and their partner never took the time to truly understand their feelings. The protagonist continues to suffer and struggles to let go of their emotions. The bridge highlights the protagonist's efforts to fulfill their partner's desires and give them what they want. It suggests that they have done everything possible to make the relationship work, but it seems like their efforts were in vain. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the protagonist's willingness to do anything for their former partner, but also acknowledging their own faults and the challenges they face in breaking free from the past. The closing lines, "All is nothing no, aha alright," convey a sense of resignation and acceptance that things might never change. Despite acknowledging their mistakes, the protagonist still struggles to let go and move on.
