One, one, two, two
I don’t wanna wait in vain for your love
I don’t wanna wait in vain for your love
From the very first time I placed my eyes on you, boy
My heart says, “Follow through”, uhm
But I know, now, that I’m way down on your line, oh
But the waitin’ feel is fine
So don’t treat me like a puppet on a string, no, no
‘Cause I know how to do my thing, um, um
Don’t talk to me as if you think I’m dumb, no-no-no-no-no-no
I wanna know when you’re gonna come? Oh-ooh
I don’t wanna wait in vain for your love
I don’t wanna wait in vain for your love (baby, baby)
I don’t wanna wait in vain (in vain for your love)
‘Cause if summer is here, I’m still waiting there
Winter is here and I’m still waiting there
See, it’s been three years since I’m knockin’ on your door
And I still can knock some more
Cuckoo girl (cuckoo girl) ooh, is it feasible?
Want to know now, for I to knock some more
In life, I know there’s lots of grief, oh
But your love is my relief
Tears in my eyes burn, tears in my eyes burn
While I’m waiting, while I’m waiting for my turn
I don’t wanna (I don’t wanna wait in vain) for your love, um baby
I don’t wanna wait in vain for your love, oh
I don’t wanna wait in vain for your love
I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna
I don’t wanna wait in pain
I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna
I don’t wanna wait in pain
I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna
I don’t wanna wait in pain
I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna, I don’t wanna
I don’t wanna wait in pain
Longing and Vulnerability in “Waiting In Vain (Remix)”
Bob Marley’s “Waiting In Vain (Remix)” delves into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love and unwavering hope. The lyrics capture the narrator’s deep yearning, as they confess the pain and persistence of waiting for someone’s affection. Lines like “From the very first time I placed my eyes on you” and “I don’t wanna wait in vain for your love” highlight the vulnerability and sincerity at the core of the song. The repetition of “I don’t wanna wait in pain” underscores the emotional toll of longing, while references to the passage of time—seasons changing and years spent knocking on love’s door—emphasize the patience and endurance required in love’s pursuit. Ultimately, Marley’s blend of gentle resilience and soulful pleading creates a heartfelt narrative that resonates with anyone who has ever waited in hope for love’s return.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bob Marley
- Songwriter: Bob Marley
- Release Year: 1977
- Label: Island Records