Monsters – English Lyrics

• By: James Blunt
• Album: Once Upon A Mind

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the heart-wrenching beauty of 'Monsters' to experience English in its most raw and emotional form. This song is a perfect study in how simple, direct language can convey profound grief and unconditional love, making it a powerful tool for learning how to express deep personal emotions in English.

[English]

作词 : Amy Wadge/James Blunt/Jimmy Hogarth

作曲 : Amy Wadge/James Blunt/Jimmy Hogarth

Oh, before they turn off all the lights

I won't read you your wrongs or your rights

The time has gone

I'll tell you goodnight, close the door

Tell you "I love you" once more

The time has gone, so here it is

I'm not your son, you're not my father

We're just two grown men saying goodbye

No need to forgive, no need to forget

I know your mistakes and you know mine

And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud

So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes?

Don't be afraid, it's my turn

To chase the monsters away

Oh, well I'll read a story to you

Only difference is this one is true

The time has gone

I folded your clothes on the chair

I hope you sleep well, don't be scared

The time has gone, so here it is

I'm not your son, you're not my father

We're just two grown men saying goodbye

No need to forgive, no need to forget

I know your mistakes and you know mine

And while you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud

So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes?

Don't be afraid, it's my turn

To chase the monsters away

Sleep a lifetime

Yes, and breathe a last word

You can feel my hand on your own

I will be the last one, so I'll leave a light on

Let there be no darkness in your heart

But I'm not your son, you're not my father

We're just two grown men saying goodbye

No need to forgive, no need to forget

I know your mistakes and you know mine

While you're sleeping I'll try to make you proud

So, Daddy, won't you just close your eyes?

Don't be afraid, it's my turn

To chase the monsters away

钢琴 : Chris Pemberton

混音师 : Richard Woodcraft

吉他 : Luke Potashnick

母带工程师 : JEREMY COOPER

和声 : Chris Pemberton/Luke Potashnick

人声 : James Blunt