Little by little, now babe
I’ve come a long, long way
Picking up the pieces
That you threw away
Did you give it up
Did I let you down
Either way, it doesn’t matter
Cause I’m finally comin’ ’round
I hope you find where you belong
Hello – goodbye
Life goes on
In another town, in a little place
Looking in the eyes of a pretty face
I ain’t no fool
I know what she’s thinkin’
I can hold her in my arms
But, I could never let her stay
Cause, love
Your sweet love
Still gets in the way
Minute by minute
I hear the voice in my heart
And make a new start
So, I think a little less
I drink a little more
Cause, all in all she’s everything
That I’ve been waiting for
She smiles that smile
I face the fact
Love’s a give and take thing
And I can’t give it back
Picking Up the Pieces of Lost Love
“Love Gets In The Way” by Blake Shelton is a heartfelt reflection on moving forward after a breakup, yet still feeling the lingering pull of a past love. The lyrics paint a picture of someone trying to rebuild his life, collecting the remains of what once was. Despite being in a new place and meeting someone new, the protagonist admits that the memory of his former love continues to influence his actions and emotions. This internal struggle is highlighted by his inability to fully commit to someone else, no matter how perfect she seems.
The Emotional Weight of Letting Go
The song delves into the challenge of letting go and the complexities of love’s aftermath. With lines about drinking a little more and thinking a little less, Shelton captures the attempts to mask pain and move on. But in the end, love remains a force that shapes every decision, making it hard for the heart to truly let go.
Song Credits
Performed by: Blake Shelton
Release Year: 2004
Label: Warner Bros. Nashville