I Want Love (But I Want It Right)

[Intro – soft] I’ve been single for a minute now… So yeah… sometimes I want to believe. [Verse 1] I’ve been strong on my own for so long, Built my peace, built my walls just right. But even strong hearts get tired sometimes Of sleeping alone at night. So when you came back, I felt it, That little spark try to rise. Not because you earned it… But because I miss that feeling inside. [Pre-Chorus] And I hate that part of me That still wants to trust too fast. Not because you proved you changed — But because I want something that lasts. [Chorus] I want love… But I want it right. Not half-texts, not late-night highs. Not disappear and reappear, Not “maybe this” and silent fears. I want love… But I won’t beg. I won’t shrink just to be kept. If you want me, show me steady — I’m ready… But only if you’re ready. [Verse 2] It’s not you I’m scared of losing, It’s the hope I keep misplacing. Every time I let someone in, I’m the one left pacing. And I don’t wanna turn cold, Don’t wanna close up tight. But I’m learning how to balance My heart with my insight. [Bridge – clarity] I deserve a man who stays. Not one who circles back when he’s bored. I don’t need fireworks — Just someone consistent at my door. I’m not desperate. I’m just done settling for less. I can want love loudly Without accepting a mess. [Final Chorus – grounded] I want love… And I’ll wait if I must. Because rushed affection Isn’t the same as trust. I’ve been single, yeah it’s hard, But I won’t lower my bar. If you want my heart this time… You better show me who you are. [Final Verse – acceptance & strength] I won’t let lonely make decisions for me, Won’t let silence convince me to stay. If you want my heart, come correct and steady — Not curious one day, gone the next day. I’m done mistaking attention for effort, Done giving chances just ‘cause I care. I’d rather sleep alone in peace Than wake up wondering if you’re still there. [Soft Breakdown – minimal instrumentation] I’m not closing my heart… I’m just raising the bar. If love finds me tomorrow, It won’t have to feel hard. [Outro – quiet, confident] Yeah… I still believe in love. Just not the kind that disappears.