Love Is Not Enough (Feat. Zoë Johnston)

Above & Beyond's song 'Love Is Not Enough (Feat. Zoë Johnston)' delves into the painful realization that sometimes, love alone cannot sustain a relationship. The lyrics poignantly express the sorrow and acceptance that come with this understanding. The opening lines, 'Life had too many of good cries for you / Well this is my time to say goodbye to you,' set the tone for a farewell that is both inevitable and heart-wrenching. The singer acknowledges that despite the deep love they still hold, it is insufficient to overcome the challenges they face together.

The repeated phrase 'In my heart of hearts / I know there's more love left for you / But love is not enough of light to see the journey through' underscores the central theme of the song. It highlights the internal conflict of knowing that love exists but recognizing that it cannot solve all problems. This sentiment is further emphasized with the lines 'Love is not enough for me, if it screams when you hold it / Love is not enough for me, love is hurting if it screams,' suggesting that love, when it becomes painful and tumultuous, loses its ability to be a guiding force.

The song also touches on the mutual pain experienced in the relationship, as seen in 'This is not yours alone, it hurts me too / Please, don't say you don't care, I know you do.' This shared suffering adds depth to the narrative, showing that both parties are affected by the realization that love is not enough. The closing lines, 'One day you will fly away from here / One day you'll leave your hurts behind,' offer a glimmer of hope for healing and moving on, even if it means parting ways. The song beautifully captures the complexity of love and the difficult decisions that sometimes accompany it.