You and I Both
Jason Mraz
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Was it you who spoke the words That things would happen but not to me Oh things are gonna happen naturally Oh taking your advice And I'm looking on the bright side And balancing the whole thing Oh, but often times those words And it get tangled up in lines And the bright lights turn to night Oh, until the dawn it brings Another day to sing about the magic that was you and me 'Cause you and I both loved What you and I spoke of And others just read of Others only read of the love, the love that I love, yeah See I'm all about them words Over numbers, unencumbered numbered words Hundreds of pages, pages, pages for words More words then I had ever heard and I feel so alive 'Cause you and I both loved What you and I spoke of And others just read of And if you could see me now, oh love, love You and I, you and I Not so little you and I anymore And with this silence brings a moral story More importantly evolving is the glory of a boy 'Cause you and I both loved What you and I spoke of And others just read of And if you could see me now Well I'm almost finally out of I'm finally out of Finally deedeedeedee Well I'm almost finally, finally Well I'm free, oh, I'm free And it's okay if you have to go away Oh just remember the telephones, well they work in both ways But if I never ever hear them ring If nothing else I'll think the bells inside Have finally found you someone else and that's okay 'Cause I'll remember everything you sang 'Cause you and I both loved What you and I spoke of And others just read of And if you could see me now Well then I'm almost finally out of I'm finally out of, finally, deedeeededede Well I'm almost finally, finally, out of words
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Release and Popularity"You and I Both" was released in 2003 on the album "Waiting for My Rocket to Come." It is one of Jason Mraz's most popular songs.
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Song WriterThe song was written by Jason Mraz himself, showcasing his lyrical prowess and storytelling ability.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at #10 on the Billboard Adult Top 40 Chart and also managed to rank on various other charts, both nationally and internationally.
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Music VideoThe music video for "You and I Both" tells the story of two lovers separated by glass, communicating their love for each other via sign language.
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Live PerformancesJason Mraz often performs "You and I Both" at his concerts, and it has become a crowd favorite.
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Song's MeaningThe song is generally perceived to be about a romantic relationship that has ended, but both parties still feel a deep connection and love for each other. It reflects the singer's feelings of confusion and longing.
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Use in Media"You and I Both" was used in the soundtrack for the popular television series "Scrubs," exposing the song to an even wider audience.
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Critical Reception"You and I Both" has been critically acclaimed for Jason Mraz’s unique blend of pop, rock, jazz, and folk elements, as well as his emotional and insightful lyrics.
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LegacyEven nearly 20 years after its release, "You and I Both" continues to resonate with many listeners and holds a special place in Jason Mraz's discography.
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Album SuccessThe song's parent album, "Waiting For My Rocket to Come", achieved multi-platinum status in the United States, thanks in part to the popularity of "You and I Both."
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