What I Was Missing

Comfortable with the Pain

I’m A Lover Not A Fighter
Published by TimothyMichaelMusic
30 SEP 2024

V1.
Sometimes lips get loose with liquor
We said some things we didn’t mean
But the reaction that you gave me
Ain’t one I’ve ever seen
I’m not sure what tripped your trigger
But I know I ain’t that guy
You’re gonna have to spend the night time
Just wondering why

Chorus
I ain’t here for your all-nighter
I’m a lover not a fighter
And by morning you’ll be quieter
You’ve just had too much to drink
Now I’m laying down alone
You’re a little too far gone
To make sense of what I’m saying
So I’ll give you time to think
When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

V2
When I walked away
You screamed don’t you even care.
But if you knew me like I know me
You’d know I don’t fight fair
It’s Cos I care much more about you
Than I care about a “win”
And losing you…
… Would be a sin.

Chorus
I ain’t here for your all-nighter
I’m a lover not a fighter
And by morning you’ll be quieter
You’ve just had too much to drink
Now I’m laying down alone
You’re a little too far gone
To make sense of what I’m saying
So I’ll give you time to think
When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

Bridge
I’ll always trade my silence
Instead of going toe to toe
‘Cos you never know how far it’s gonna go

Chorus
I ain’t here for your all-nighter
I’m a lover not a fighter
And by morning you’ll be quieter
You’ve just had too much to drink
Now I’m laying down alone
You’re a little too far gone
To make sense of what I’m saying
So I’ll give you time to think
When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

When you’re mad …
You’re one hell of a gas lighter
And I’m a lover not a fighter

I’m a lover not a fighter





I'm A Lover Not A Fighter (2025)

[Verse 1] (English)
I saw your post, your smile still stings
How we broke over little things
You dance now like we never kissed
But I still ache in nights I miss

[Chorus] (Spanish + English)
Déja te amar (Let me stop loving you)
Pero mi alma no sabe cómo (But my soul doesn’t know how)
I deleted you from my phone
But your name lives in my tone
Déja te amar
But I play our song in the car
Every beat, a memory
Of who we used to be

[Verse 2] (English)
Your perfume’s stuck inside my shirt
I keep the pain where it won’t hurt
You post like we were never true
But baby, I still bleed for you

[Bridge] (Spanish)
Cada beso, cada error
Todavía duele el amor
Déjame vivir sin ti
Aunque no sé cómo huir

Deja Te Amar

My Side Of The Family

He sat there stirrin’ his whiskey slow,
Lines on his face told stories untold.
Said, “Son, I see you starin’ at that phone,
Let me tell you ‘bout the nights I spent alone.”
Had a woman who loved me, but I let her down,
Chased the money, never stayed around.
By the time I saw what I had to lose,
She was gone, and I had nothin’ to choose.
If I could turn back time, I’d hold her close,
Tell my boy I love him, never let him go.
I’d pick up the phone, call my old man,
Tell my mama I miss her while I still can.
Don’t wait ‘til you’re lookin’ back,
Live each day like it’s your last.
I had a son, Lord, he had my name,
But I was too busy to show him the way.
Now he’s grown, got kids of his own,
But he don’t call, and I know why, son.
Lost my friends one by one,
Guess a man’s gotta give just to keep someone.
Had a family, had a life, had it all in my hands,
But I let it slip like grains of sand.
If I could turn back time, I’d hold her close,
Tell my boy I love him, never let him go.
I’d pick up the phone, call my old man,
Tell my mama I miss her while I still can.
Don’t wait ‘til you’re lookin’ back,
Live each day like it’s your last.
He looked at me with a faraway stare,
Said, “Son, don’t wait ‘til the world don’t care.
Love ‘em now, don’t let pride win,
‘Cause time don’t give second chances, my friend.”
If I could turn back time, I’d hold her close,
Tell my boy I love him, never let him go.
I’d pick up the phone, call my old man,
Tell my mama I miss her while I still can.
Don’t wait ‘til you’re lookin’ back,
Live each day like it’s your last.


If I Could Turn Back Time

So much trouble

When the Gods Get Angry

[Verse]
Thunder stomps across the sky so wide
Mountains crumble where shadows collide
The sea screams loud like it's alive
What have we done to twist their pride

[Prechorus]
The wind is howling it won't stay still
The heavens bending to their will

[Chorus]
When the gods get angry the earth will shake
When the gods get angry the stars will break
Their fury rains down fire and stone
When the gods get angry you're on your own

[Verse 2]
Clouds spill black ink over the light
Day turns to a never-ending night
Trees bow down roots clawing tight
Prayers vanish into the height

[Prechorus]
The rivers rage and swallow whole
No mercy for a trembling soul

[Chorus]
When the gods get angry the earth will shake
When the gods get angry the stars will break
Their fury rains down fire and stone
When the gods get angry you're on your own

[Verse 3]
Mountains are collapsing
The oceans are overflowing
Strong winds carry everything away
What have we done to twist their pride

[Chorus]
When the gods get angry the earth will shake
When the gods get angry the stars will break
Their fury rains down fire and stone
When the gods get angry you're on your own

When the Gods Get Angry

She Sees Right Through Me – DJ Jave
This song is a raw and heartfelt country ballad about love, honesty, and vulnerability. Every lyric tells the story of a man who can’t hide his true feelings, because the woman he loves sees right past the walls he tries to build. With soulful storytelling, modern country melodies, and DJ Jave’s unique blend of songwriting and production, this track brings emotion to the forefront. It’s about being truly known by someone—and the beauty and fear that come with it.

Perfect for late-night drives, heart-to-heart moments, or anyone who’s ever been seen for exactly who they are.

She Sees Right Through Me

[Verse 1]
Hello
Tell me all the things you know
My heart's been beatin' out my chest
You always do this to me
Mmm
My lover
Do you think that we could run?
This town is fallin' off the edge
The world is dyin'
Dyin'

[Chorus]
So let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Like the story said
Like the story said
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet

[Verse 2]
So
Baby
Come with me
And let's write a symphony
There's nothing else for us to see
When all our friends are leavin'
Oh
My love
I'm thinkin' we could leave this town
And they won't even notice now
It's so deceivin'
Leavin'

[Chorus]
So let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Like the story said
Like the story said
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet

[Verse 3]
Let's run away
Forget about the past
And everything
We said would never last
Our story ain't the same
We wrote a different end
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet

[Chorus]
So let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Like the story said
Like the story said
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet

[Bridge]
Oh oh
Oh parting is such a sweet sorrow
But this will be nothing like we know
In the end, It'll just be me and you
And baby
Temptation is what you do
Yes you do
I would say I'm a desperate man
But since I'm with you
I don't really give a damn
So let's run away from here
With you I'll go anywhere

[Chorus]
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Let's dance like
Romeo and Juliet
Juliet
Like the story said
Like the story said

[Outro]
Tomorrow we can leave this town
Go somewhere
Just you and me
But for now
(Let's say)
Let's say 
Good night
Good night
Good night
(Good night...)

Romeo & Juliet

For when they say, "I want the old you back", and you realize you're already gone. The song about a breakup that was inevitable

I'm Leaving You

Lyricist looking to connect with artists in the country genre that are searching for great songs to record. Also open to co-writes. Regularly pitching music to Nashville publishers and song pluggers. Primarily country genre. Mid 50s, married. 6 kids and 10 grandkids in a beautifully blended family. Enjoys golf, working out, nature/lakes, and listening to live music every chance I get!

I'm A Lover Not A Fighter (2025)

Timothy Michael Music - SONGWRITER