by Alex Wilson
Album
Faded Echoes
Year
2025
Genre
Country/Americana/Singer-Songwriter
Duration
3:52
Description
A raw and emotional ballad exploring the disillusionment of lost love. Alex Wilson's 'Love Ain't Enough' blends elements of modern country and Americana, featuring poignant lyrics, soulful vocals, and a heart-wrenching melody. The song delves into the pain of betrayal and the realization that love, despite its initial promise, isn't always enough to withstand the storms of life.
Lyrics
Verse 1 Screen lit up, your face in the glow, Laughin’ with shadows I ain’t meant to know. Whiskey’s burnin’, but it don’t kill the pain, Your voice, their hands, it’s tearin’ up my brain. Pre-Chorus I trusted your lies, fell for every word, Now I’m drownin’ in the truth I wish I hadn’t heard. Chorus You gave me forever, but you meant it for a while — I gave you my heart, you gave me back a smile. Love isn’t enough when the storm clouds come — It’s a promise in the sunlight, but it’s gone by the dawn. Verse 2 I blocked your ass faster than a bullet leaves a gun, Erased your sweet nothin’s, left your memory undone. But this bottle’s still heavy, and the night’s still long, Your betrayal’s a chorus to a lonesome, bitter song. Pre-Chorus I see it all now, the truth in the flame, But I’m the damn fool who’s still cursin’ your name. Chorus You gave me forever, but you meant it for a while — I gave you my heart, you gave me back a smile. Love isn’t enough when the storm clouds come — It’s a promise in the sunlight, but it’s gone by the dawn. Bridge Was I just a spark you let burn out and fade? A heart you could steal, then toss in the shade? This guitar’s my witness, these strings bleed my cry, I’m done with your games, but I’m too broke to lie. Chorus You gave me forever, but you meant it for a while — I gave you my heart, you gave me back a smile. Love isn’t enough when the storm clouds come — It’s a promise in the sunlight, but it’s gone by the dawn. Outro Screen’s gone dark, but the hurt’s still alive, Love ain’t enough to keep this soul revived. Gone by the dawn… gone by the dawn. (Fade to silence)
Notes
Instrumentation: Acoustic guitar (steel-string), bass guitar, light drums (brushes or soft sticks), pedal steel guitar (for subtle fills and atmosphere). The acoustic guitar should be the primary instrument, providing a fingerpicked or strummed rhythm. The pedal steel should add a layer of melancholic texture, echoing the vocal melody in the chorus and bridge. Tempo: Moderate tempo, around 72 BPM, allowing the lyrics and emotion to breathe. Key: C Major (capo on 2nd fret to play in B Major). This key suits the emotional tone and allows for easier guitar accompaniment. Vocals: Should be delivered with a raw, heartfelt emotion, conveying the pain and vulnerability of the lyrics. Consider adding subtle vocal harmonies in the choruses to emphasize the feeling of longing. Production: Aim for a clean, intimate sound, focusing on the natural tones of the instruments and the clarity of the vocals. Use reverb sparingly to create a sense of space without sounding overly produced. The outro should fade out slowly, leaving the listener with a lingering feeling of sadness and reflection.