Justin Bieber - Loved By You Lyrics
Lyrics
I bought a castle in France, and
It's the same one I built in the sand for you
When I was two
I thought I painted a picture of heaven
But it turns out
It's just your room, just your room
I run off the end of the earth
Just to see if you catch me
When I know you'd let me fall every time
All I do
Is wish that I could change myself
Wish that I could change but
All I do
Is wait around and hate myself
Oh I hate the way
I need to be loved by you
I wish that I could change myself
Wish that I could change but
All I do
Is wait around and hate myself
Oh I hate the way
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
I remember when we started datin'
The only thing that you were me was chasin'
The kinda lovin' that they couldn't play with
You know my lovin' is an everyday thing, baby
And when we in different places
Textin' and messagin' and talkin'crazy
When I'm with you I feel like it's a daydream
That's how I know that you will always be my baby
All I do
Is wish that I could change myself
Wish that I could change but
All I do
Is wait around and hate myself
Oh I hate the way
I need to be loved by you
I wish that I could change myself
Wish that I could change but
All I do
Is wait around and hate myself
Oh I hate the way
I need to be loved by you
I've walked a thousand miles
I've opened every door
It's not enough
It's still your love I'm always looking for
It's just the way I'm wired
Whether I'm wrong or right
I've only got one thing on my mind
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
I need to be loved by you
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Justin Bieber - Loved By You (Visualizer) ft. Burna Boy
Meaning & Inspiration
Justin Bieber's "Loved By You," released in 2020 as part of his album *Justice*, delves into a profound and relatable struggle with self-worth and the deep human longing for affirmation from a significant other. The song, at its core, is an honest exploration of how our identity can become intertwined with external validation, a theme resonating with biblical principles concerning misplaced trust and the source of true love. The opening lines paint a vivid picture of early aspirations and idealized visions that, upon closer examination, are revealed to be centered on a singular individual's perception and approval, rather than a broader, more foundational sense of self. This mirrors the Scriptural warning against seeking fulfillment in earthly possessions or the fleeting approval of man, as opposed to an eternal anchor. The repeated declaration, "I need to be loved by you," underscores a dependency that can lead to self-criticism and an unhealthy preoccupation with another's affection.
The lyrics articulate a desperate desire for change, a wish to shed this all-consuming need, yet find themselves trapped in a cycle of self-recrimination. This internal conflict speaks to the difficulty of breaking free from ingrained patterns of seeking validation externally. The song touches upon the insecurity that arises when one feels they are not enough, prompting a desire to "change myself." This resonates with the Christian understanding that our worth is not derived from our achievements or the opinions of others, but from our identity in Christ. As Ephesians 2:10 reminds us, "For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." The vulnerability expressed in "I hate the way I need to be loved by you" is a raw acknowledgment of a yearning that can become destructive.
The narrative shifts slightly to recall the early days of a relationship, highlighting a time when mutual affection felt effortless and secure. However, this recollection ultimately serves to amplify the present sense of need and the perceived gap in that received love. The message within "Loved By You" can be understood as a call to re-evaluate the primary source of our validation. While human love is a beautiful and vital aspect of life, as God designed it, when it becomes the sole foundation for our sense of self, it can lead to the very distress Bieber expresses. Psalm 118:8-9 offers a counterpoint to this dependency: "It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust princes." This verse encourages a shift in focus, recognizing that true security and unconditional love are found in God, who knows us completely and loves us eternally, irrespective of our performance or the validation of others. The song’s raw honesty can inspire listeners to examine where they place their ultimate trust and to seek a love that fulfills them in ways that no human relationship alone can, a love that is freely given and eternally steadfast, found in the embrace of the Creator.