Lyrics
We met down by the water
We met at a place near water, possibly a significant location for the relationship.
So young in love, I know
When we first met, we were young and deeply in love.
I was such a monster
The singer acknowledges their past behavior as negative, referring to themselves as a "monster."
And now I'm here alone
Presently, the singer is alone, possibly due to their past actions.
I look at my reflection
Looking at their reflection, but feeling disconnected from their sense of self.
But I feel no connection to me
There's a lack of emotional connection or identification with their current self.
Next time I'll be stronger
Expressing a desire to be stronger emotionally or mentally in the future.
When they say "be yourself and you won't get hurt"
Advice of being true to oneself doesn't guarantee safety from pain or harm.
It turns out that's not the truth
Realization that being oneself doesn't shield from hurtful experiences.
Can you see yourself for all you're worth?
Questioning if someone truly understands their own value and identity.
No I'm not sure you do
Doubt regarding someone's self-awareness and self-worth.
Next time we can do it your way
Willingness to compromise and do things differently in a future relationship.
I didn't mean to belittle all the things you said
Regret for possibly undermining or dismissing the partner's thoughts or opinions in the past.
And when you cry are you thinking of me?
Wondering if the partner still thinks about the singer when they cry.
I know I lied, I don't know why, it's just the way I am
Admitting to lying in the past without understanding the reason behind it.
Sometimes we would get so insane
Describing moments of intense emotions or behavior in the past.
I swear I won't tell a soul of the things we did
A vow to keep past shared experiences confidential.
Next time we can do it your way
Reiterating a willingness to adapt and accommodate in the future.
I promise you
A promise made to the partner.
I'm back down at the water
Returning to the place near water, possibly hoping for a reunion.
I thought you might come back
Expecting the partner to return, but facing disappointment as they haven't.
But I couldn't wait much longer
The singer couldn't wait any longer for the partner's return.
For you to arrive
Impatience for the partner's arrival.
How have so many years gone by? Are you still that self-proclaimed shy guy?
Reflecting on the passage of time and questioning if the partner has remained the same.
And I'm still the monster
Reaffirming self-identification as a "monster."
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