"Anything But Love" by Shane Harper is a song about a person's desire for a deeper, genuine love in a relationship. The lyrics depict the narrator's feelings of attraction and connection towards someone, but they feel that the other person may not believe or want that same kind of love. The song starts by expressing the narrator's strong desire for the person they are interested in. They feel tongue-tied and admit that they would lie if they said they didn't want the other person. The mention of the sunrise and shining eyes represents the beauty and radiance the other person brings into their life. The chorus emphasizes the narrator's longing for love and their eagerness to be with the other person. They want to show them love all the time and want them to be a part of their life, both in the present moment and throughout the night. However, the second verse suggests that the other person may be hesitant to believe in love or potentially resist falling for someone. The narrator speculates that the person may be open to other experiences or emotions besides love, indicated by the lyrics "she's down to fall for anything but love." The mention of being high on the night light suggests that the person may be seeking temporary thrills or distractions instead of committing to love. Despite the uncertainty, the narrator states that they won't run away when the person reveals their vulnerabilities and cautions to hold tight because they could be the one who shows them what true love is. They are willing to be the one who falls first to convince the person that they truly desire a genuine, loving relationship. In the final repetition of the chorus, the phrase "anything but love" is emphasized to contrast the narrator's intentions. They express their willingness to prove to the person that they don't want anything besides love. Overall, "Anything But Love" portrays the narrator's desire for a sincere and meaningful connection, even if it means facing uncertainty and challenges along the way.
