Sitting, Waiting, Wishing
Sitting, Waiting, Wishing

Jack Johnson - Sitting, Waiting, Wishing Lyrics

In this poignant ballad, the singer expresses his frustration and heartache over an unrequited love. He portrays himself as a fool, constantly waiting and hoping for reciprocation from someone who doesn't share his feelings. The song is a reflection on the… Read more

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Dec 28, 2004
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Sitting, Waiting, Wishing Lyrics

Well I was sitting, waiting, wishing
You believed in superstitions
Then maybe you'd see the signs

Lord knows that this world is cruel
And I ain't the Lord no I'm just a fool
And a loving somebody don't make them love you

Must I always be waiting, waiting on you?
Must I always be playing, playing your fool?

I sang your songs, I danced your dance
I gave your friends all a chance
Putting up with them wasn't worth never having you

Aw, maybe you've been through this before
But it's my first time so please ignore
The next few lines 'cause they're directed at you

I can't always be waiting, waiting on you
I can't always be playing, playing your fool

I keep playing your part
But it's not my scene
Want this plot to twist
I've had enough mystery

Keep building it up
But then you're shooting me down
But I'm already down
Just wait a minute

Just sitting, waiting
Just wait a minute
Just sitting, waiting

Well if I was in your position
I'd put down all my ammunition
I'd wonder why it had taken me so long

But Lord knows that I'm not you
And if I was I wouldn't be so cruel
'Cause waiting on love ain't so easy to do

Must I always be waiting, waiting on you?
Must I always be playing, playing your fool?

No I can't always be waiting, waiting on you
I can't always be playing, playing your fool, fool

Writer(s): Jack Hody Johnson
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Bubble Toes Publishing, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
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What is the Meaning of Sitting, Waiting, Wishing?

In this poignant ballad, the singer expresses his frustration and heartache over an unrequited love. He portrays himself as a fool, constantly waiting and hoping for reciprocation from someone who doesn't share his feelings. The song is a reflection on the painful reality of one-sided love, highlighting the vulnerability and despair that comes with longing for someone who doesn't feel the same way. Despite his pain, he continues to hope for a change in their relationship dynamic. Ultimately, he realizes that he can't continue to wait indefinitely and must move forward. This piece serves as a universal narrative about the struggles of unreturned affection and the courage it takes to let go.

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