Discover the story of the song > I Want to Write You a Song – One Direction

The protagonist wants to write a song for his partner that describes how beautiful and sweet she is, but also includes a hint of pain for when she's not around. He wants to lend her his coat so she has a safe and warm place to go, and he wants to build her a strong boat so she always feels free. He realizes that everything he needs comes from her and wants to give back by writing her a song that will make her remember him when he's gone.