beautiful things benson boone lyrics
Original Lyrics
English
[Verse 1]
For a while there, it was rough
But lately, I've been doin' better
Than the last four cold Decembers I recall
And I see my family every month
I found a girl my parents love
She'll come and stay the night, and I think I might have it all
And I thank God every day
For the girl He sent my way
But I know the things He gives me, He can take away
And I hold you every night
And that's a feeling I wanna get used to
But there's no man as terrified as the man who stands to lose you
[Pre-Chorus]
Oh, I hope I don't losе you
Mm, please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
Don't take
Thеse beautiful things that I've got
[Chorus]
Please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
Don't take
These beautiful things that I've got
[Post-Chorus]
Oh, ooh
Please don't take
[Verse 2]
I found my mind, I'm feelin' sane
It's been a while, but I'm finding my faith
If everything's good and it's great, why do I sit and wait 'til it's gone?
Oh, I'll tell ya, I know I've got enough
I've got peace and I've got love
But I'm up at night thinkin' I just might lose it all
[Chorus]
Please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
Don't take
These beautiful things that I've got
[Post-Chorus]
Oh, ooh
[Outro]
Please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
I need
These beautiful things that I've got
For a while there, it was rough
But lately, I've been doin' better
Than the last four cold Decembers I recall
And I see my family every month
I found a girl my parents love
She'll come and stay the night, and I think I might have it all
And I thank God every day
For the girl He sent my way
But I know the things He gives me, He can take away
And I hold you every night
And that's a feeling I wanna get used to
But there's no man as terrified as the man who stands to lose you
[Pre-Chorus]
Oh, I hope I don't losе you
Mm, please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
Don't take
Thеse beautiful things that I've got
[Chorus]
Please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
Don't take
These beautiful things that I've got
[Post-Chorus]
Oh, ooh
Please don't take
[Verse 2]
I found my mind, I'm feelin' sane
It's been a while, but I'm finding my faith
If everything's good and it's great, why do I sit and wait 'til it's gone?
Oh, I'll tell ya, I know I've got enough
I've got peace and I've got love
But I'm up at night thinkin' I just might lose it all
[Chorus]
Please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
Don't take
These beautiful things that I've got
[Post-Chorus]
Oh, ooh
[Outro]
Please stay
I want you, I need you, oh God
I need
These beautiful things that I've got
Translation
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[Verso 1]
Por un tiempo, fue difícil
Pero últimamente, he estado mejor
Que los últimos cuatro fríos inviernos que recuerdo
Y veo a mi familia cada mes
Encontré una chica que mis padres aman
Ella viene y se queda la noche, y creo que lo tengo todo
Y le agradezco a Dios cada día
Por la chica que me envió
Pero sé que las cosas que Él me da, Él puede quitarlas
Y te sostengo cada noche
Y ese es un sentimiento al que quiero acostumbrarme
Pero no hay hombre más aterrorizado
Que el que teme perderte
[Pre-Coro]
Oh, espero no perderte
Mm, por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
No te lleves
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
[Coro]
Por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
No te lleves
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
[Post-Coro]
Oh, ooh
Por favor no te vayas
[Verso 2]
Encontré mi mente, me siento cuerdo
Ha pasado un tiempo, pero estoy encontrando mi fe
Si todo es bueno y genial, ¿por qué me siento y espero hasta que se acabe?
Oh, te diré, sé que tengo suficiente
Tengo paz y tengo amor
Pero estoy despierto por la noche pensando que podría perderlo todo
[Coro]
Por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
No te lleves
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
[Post-Coro]
Oh, ooh
[Outro]
Por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
Necesito
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
Por un tiempo, fue difícil
Pero últimamente, he estado mejor
Que los últimos cuatro fríos inviernos que recuerdo
Y veo a mi familia cada mes
Encontré una chica que mis padres aman
Ella viene y se queda la noche, y creo que lo tengo todo
Y le agradezco a Dios cada día
Por la chica que me envió
Pero sé que las cosas que Él me da, Él puede quitarlas
Y te sostengo cada noche
Y ese es un sentimiento al que quiero acostumbrarme
Pero no hay hombre más aterrorizado
Que el que teme perderte
[Pre-Coro]
Oh, espero no perderte
Mm, por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
No te lleves
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
[Coro]
Por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
No te lleves
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
[Post-Coro]
Oh, ooh
Por favor no te vayas
[Verso 2]
Encontré mi mente, me siento cuerdo
Ha pasado un tiempo, pero estoy encontrando mi fe
Si todo es bueno y genial, ¿por qué me siento y espero hasta que se acabe?
Oh, te diré, sé que tengo suficiente
Tengo paz y tengo amor
Pero estoy despierto por la noche pensando que podría perderlo todo
[Coro]
Por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
No te lleves
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
[Post-Coro]
Oh, ooh
[Outro]
Por favor quédate
Te quiero, te necesito, oh Dios
Necesito
Estas cosas hermosas que tengo
Meaning & Explanation
Benson Boone's 'Beautiful Things' is a poignant exploration of gratitude intertwined with the paralyzing fear of loss. The song masterfully captures the human paradox of finally achieving happiness while being terrified it might disappear. Through vulnerable lyrics, Boone paints a picture of someone who's emerged from 'four cold Decembers' into a season of blessings - a loving relationship, family connection, and spiritual peace. Yet this very happiness becomes a source of anxiety, creating what psychologists call 'cherophobia' (fear of happiness). The religious undertones ('I thank God every day') suggest these blessings feel divinely given, making their potential loss even more devastating. The chorus's desperate plea 'Please stay' reveals the singer's awareness of life's fragility. Musically, the swelling arrangement mirrors this emotional tension - verses start restrained like whispered confessions, then build to anthemic choruses that embody both worship and desperation. This resonates deeply with listeners navigating post-pandemic life, where many experience 'blessing anxiety' after hardship. The song's brilliance lies in its universal relatability - whether applied to romantic love, family, health, or career success, everyone understands the fear of losing what matters most. Boone transforms personal vulnerability into a collective emotional experience, using spiritual language to elevate romantic love into something sacred worth protecting.
[Note: This explanation provides key insights into the song's themes and emotions.]
[Note: This explanation provides key insights into the song's themes and emotions.]
