Leona Lewis

Lyrics

[Verse 1]
The flowers are faded now
Along with your letters
They will never see the light of day
'Cause I'll never take them out
And there's no turning back
It's for the better
Baby, I deserve more than empty words and promises
I believed everything you said
And I gave you the best I had
Oh

[Chorus]
So take a bow
'Cause you've taken everything else
You played the part
And like a star, you played it so well
Take a bow
'Cause this scene is coming to an end
I gave you love
All you give me was pretend
So now...
Take a bow

[Verse 2]
The future's about to change
Before you know it, the curtain closes
Take a look around
There's no one in the crowd
I'm throwing away the pain
And you should know that your performance, it made me stronger now
[Chorus]
So take a bow
'Cause you've taken everything else
You played the part
And like a star, you played it so well
Take a bow
'Cause this scene is coming to an end
I gave you love
All you give me was pretend
So now...
Take a bow

[Bridge]
Well it must of been slight of hand
'Cause I still can't understand
How I could never see
Just what a fool believed
But the lies they start to show
Tell me how it feels to know right now that I won't be around
So baby, before I put you out

[Chorus]
Take a bow
'Cause you've taken everything else (You've taken everything else)
You played the part
And like a star, you played it so well (So well)
Take a bow
'Cause the scene is coming to an end
I gave you love
All you give me was pretend
So now...
Take a bow
'Cause you've taken everything else
You played the part (I gave you all my love)
And like a star you played it so well (I gave you all my love)
Take a bow
Cause the scene is coming to an end
I gave you love
All you give me was pretend
So now...
Take a bow
[Outro]
Take a bow

If you want to experience the essence of heartbreak in a song, then "Take a Bow" by Leona Lewis should be on your list. The 6th song on her album, it's a tale of a relationship that goes wrong. The song is a breathtakingly beautiful and soulful rendition that captivates the listener, making it one of the must-hear songs from her repertoire.

Leona Lewis writes about being in an unhealthy relationship and how she deals with the hardship of falling for empty words and promises. She sings of a love that was once true, but now it is only an empty shell. Her lyrics tell us that it's hard to end a relationship, especially when you still hold onto the idea of what could have been.

About Take a Bow

Listening to "Take a Bow" is an emotional journey that many people can relate to; it's a song that speaks to the broken hearted. Leona's hauntingly beautiful vocals combined with the poignant lyrics make it a standout song. It's a slow song, with an R&B vibe, and there is a lot of space for the lead and the rhythm to breathe.

The song speaks of a partner who cannot keep their promises, despite the other partner's cries for attention. The other partner asks their lover to take a bow before they will show them the door. Leona portrays the pain and frustration of a relationship that is coming to an end, offering an excellent representation of her feelings through words and melody.

Leona's lyrics express the feelings of a woman who has had enough of empty promises. Her words resonate deeply with anyone who has been in a relationship that was built on false hopes, rather than love. The song's lyrics speak to those who have found themselves in a challenging situation, where they must choose whether to stay or leave the person they love.

The chorus is compelling as Leona sings, "You took me for granted, but I, I'm done." It's a heartbreaking moment that represents the pains of a lover who feels unappreciated and overlooked. The fact that she adds, "It's over, it's over" at the end highlights the finality of the decision taken and the pain it brings. She is saying goodbye to her lover, and this is the end of the scene.

The lyrics are relatively simple, but carry such weight and emotion that generate a powerful performance. They are straightforward and to the point, but they cut through the heart with ease. As Leona Lewis puts it, "You'll never hear me say the words I wish I never loved you, but you'll never hear me say that I want to, so take a bow."

The song is a perfect example of the power of music in expressing difficult emotions and providing catharsis. It's a song that will resonate with anyone who has ever been in a toxic relationship or faced unrequited love. It's a mournful ode to the journey that sometimes must come to an end and the stoic decision to move on.

In closing, "Take a Bow" is a song that showcases Leona Lewis's talent for delivering emotionally packed music that leaves an indelible mark on the listener. The song is a testament to the power of music to speak to the heart and soul of people, reaching out to those who need it the most. It is a song that will never go out of style and will continue to be a healing balm for those looking for solace in a challenging relationship.

• Release Date: November 9, 2007
• Artist: Leona Lewis