Ohh
Doo doo doo doo doo
Right next to you
You’re the kind of person I remember seeing before
You’re pretty face is one that I’ll always adore
You have the eyes that’ll close whenever you kiss me
Because love makes us whatever we want to be
How do I breathe?
How do I sleep?
With you not beside me
You’re all the things I could not see
But now they’re infront of me
When I’m right next to you
Right next to you
Yeah, no matter what I do
I wanna be next to you
Right next to you
Right next to you
When I saw you on that richside on that one particular day
I was really hoping and wondering if you’d ever look my way
So I got up from my seat but you had already passed me by
If only I got there earlier and not lost in your eyes
How do I breath?
How do I sleep?
With you not beside me
You’re all the things I could not see
But now they’re infront of me
When I’m right next to you
Right next to you
Yeah, no matter what I do
I wanna be next to you
Right next to you
Right next to you
I’ll promise one I’ll be
And maybe one day you’ll see
That you belong to me
Baby, baby
I don’t know what to do
And it only helps when I’m singing right next to you
Sitting right next to you
Da-da-doooo
When I’m right next to you
Right next to you
Yeah, no matter what I do
I wanna be next to you
When I’m right next to you
Right next to you
Da-da
Da-da-da-da-da-da
Right next to you…
Longing and Vulnerability in “Next To You”
Charlie Puth’s “Next To You” captures the emotional intensity of longing for someone who feels just out of reach. The lyrics paint a picture of someone deeply infatuated, replaying moments and wishing for another chance to connect. Puth’s vulnerable questions—”How do I breathe? How do I sleep? With you not beside me”—underscore the emptiness that comes with separation. The repeated desire to be physically close, expressed in the chorus, emphasizes the comfort and happiness found simply by being next to that special person.
Moments Missed, Hope Renewed
The song also reflects on missed opportunities, recounting a fleeting encounter that left a lasting impression. Despite regret over not acting sooner, the narrative shifts to hope and determination—the promise to be there, and the belief that perhaps, one day, love will be reciprocated. The simple, catchy melody paired with heartfelt lyrics makes “Next To You” a relatable anthem for anyone who has ever yearned for closeness.
Song Credits
- Artist: Charlie Puth
- Songwriter: Charlie Puth