Da' T.R.U.T.H. - The Vow Lyrics
Lyrics
Verse 1
Maybe she loves me
Maybe she loves me
Love is nothing more than fairytales to say
Hopeless romantics in paper towels
? I'm still with now is from the special day
And broken promises are on the ground
? you used to be so drunk in love
Remember when you went the extra mile
Your love lost hate when they say that
You're such a cute couple now
You don't like to fake it
What am I to do right now
Hook
What am I to do here's a tie we've said our vows
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
Verse 2
Maybe he loves me
Arguments he said I won't be back tonight
?
Colors faded love is now in black and white
Shattered glasses all over the floor
Do you think it's too late to turn this around
Part of me hopes that you will say yes
If you decide to go with me another round
Hope this time you will give me your best
When you told me that you love me did you mean it did you mean it
Did you only say it in the morning when the homie was over
Did you mean it did you mean it
? I would have right now your love is so unpredictable
I'm holding ?
Hook
What am I to do here's a tie we've said our vows
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
Bridge
Maybe she loves me
Maybe she don't I can't quit now on a slow
Cause we can make it through anything
Yeah id we just leave out
Hook
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
No no no forever
You said that we would be together no no no
Video
The Vow
Meaning & Inspiration
Released in 2016 on the album *It's Complicated*, Da' T.R.U.T.H.'s "The Vow" delves into the fragile and often painful reality of marital discord, moving beyond the saccharine idealism of fairytales and into the gritty, everyday struggles that test commitment. The song paints a poignant picture of a relationship on the brink, where the initial joy and intense love have faded, leaving behind shattered promises and a gnawing uncertainty. It's a raw exploration of the question, "What am I to do?" when the foundation of a marriage feels like it's crumbling, and the echoes of spoken vows seem to mock the present reality. The lyrics confront the stark contrast between the vibrant "drunk in love" days and the current "black and white" existence, where arguments overshadow affection and trust is eroded.
The core message of "The Vow" is a profound wrestling with the weight of covenant and the human tendency to falter. Da' T.R.U.T.H. poignantly questions the sincerity of past declarations of love, wondering if they were genuine or merely spoken in convenient moments, perhaps influenced by external pressures or fleeting emotions, much like the disciples who followed Jesus for the loaves and fishes rather than for Him. This struggle echoes the biblical narrative of human fallibility, reminding us of Peter's denial of Christ, a profound betrayal born from fear and doubt, despite prior fervent declarations of loyalty. The song’s title itself, "The Vow," points directly to the sacred commitment made before God and witnesses, a promise that transcends feelings and circumstances. This resonates deeply with the biblical understanding of marriage as a covenant, not merely a contract, reflecting God's own unwavering faithfulness even when His people are unfaithful. We see this in Hosea, where God's love for an unfaithful Israel is a powerful metaphor for enduring love, a love that perseveres through betrayal and seeks restoration. The vulnerability in the lyrics, the questioning of whether it's "too late to turn this around," speaks to the desperate hope for reconciliation that often arises in the midst of conflict. It mirrors the plea found in Psalm 51:10, "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me," a cry for divine intervention in a broken state. The bridge offers a flicker of hope, a recognition that while the path is difficult, the commitment to "make it through anything" can be realized if love and effort are genuinely applied, suggesting that even in the ruins, a foundation for rebuilding exists if both parties are willing. This resilience finds its parallel in Proverbs 3:5-6, which encourages trust in the Lord with all one's heart and leaning not on one's own understanding, acknowledging that God's guidance is essential for navigating complex relationships and that His strength can uphold us. Ultimately, "The Vow" serves as a powerful, unvarnished testament to the challenges of marital faithfulness, urging listeners to confront the realities of their commitments and to consider the enduring power of love and grace in overcoming adversity, mirroring the ultimate faithfulness of Christ to His church, which is often described as a bride.