Lyrics
she said what’s it gonna take to let me go
She is questioning what it will take for the speaker to let her go, indicating a desire for separation.
All these nights im chasing down my lows
The speaker reflects on nights spent pursuing emotional lows, suggesting a pattern of seeking intense experiences.
She said what’s it gonna cost
She inquires about the cost of something, possibly referring to the emotional toll of their relationship.
I’ll never know
The uncertainty of the cost is acknowledged, and the speaker expresses a lack of understanding.
But in the end its what I’m living for
The speaker finds purpose in these uncertain experiences, suggesting that the journey itself is meaningful.
Tell me if youre there
A call for reassurance, asking if someone is present or responsive.
Are you high enough?
Poses a question about reaching a certain level of intoxication or euphoria, possibly metaphorical.
Tell me when the lights go out will you come back down,
Asking if the person will return to reality when the distractions or pleasures fade away.
High enough
Reiterating the desire for a high or elevated state, seeking assurance in their connection.
Tell me when your sky falls how will you come back down, oh
Asking how the person will cope when faced with challenges or hardships.
Cause im not gonna be your hideaway
The speaker asserts they won't be a hiding place or a means of escape for the other person.
Youre gone and I can see it on your face
The realization that the person is gone, evident from their facial expression.
High enough
Reiteration of the desire for a heightened state, perhaps emphasizing its importance.
Tell me when your sky falls how will you come back down, oh
Repeated question about coping when faced with difficulties or challenges.
Told me she dont wanna leave
The person expresses a reluctance to leave.
Told me she dont wanna stay, oh
Contradictory statement, indicating uncertainty or inner conflict about staying in the relationship.
Who are you to me when I can’t recognize your face, oh
The speaker struggles to recognize the person due to changes or unfamiliar behavior.
You won’t wait on me, I won’t be your saving grace
A refusal to be a savior for the other person, setting boundaries.
When that migraine from your love in the night washes away
A metaphorical mention of a love-induced migraine fading away, possibly implying relief from emotional pain.
she said what’s it gonna take to let me go
Repetition of the question about letting go, emphasizing the theme of separation.
All these nights im chasing down my lows
Reiteration of the pursuit of emotional lows, emphasizing the recurring nature of the experience.
She said what’s it gonna cost
Repetition of the question about the cost, highlighting the ongoing uncertainty.
I’ll never know
Reiteration that the speaker will never know the cost, emphasizing the mystery or complexity.
But in the end its what I’m living for
Despite the uncertainty, finding meaning or purpose in the journey, suggesting resilience.
Tell me if youre there
A repetition of the call for reassurance, seeking confirmation of the other person's presence.
Are you high enough?
Reiteration of the question about reaching a certain state, emphasizing its significance.
Tell me when the lights go out will you come back down,
Repeating the inquiry about returning to reality when the distractions fade, seeking commitment.
High enough
Reiteration of the desire for an elevated state, reinforcing its importance in the relationship.
Tell me when your sky falls how will you come back down, oh
Repetition of the question about coping with challenges, underscoring the uncertainty.
Cause im not gonna be your hideaway
Asserting once again that the speaker won't be a hiding place, maintaining personal boundaries.
Youre gone and I can see it on your face
Confirmation of the person's absence, observed through their facial expressions.
High enough
Reiteration of the desire for a heightened state, possibly emphasizing its role in the relationship.
Tell me when your sky falls how will you come back down, oh
Repeated inquiry about coping when faced with challenges or hardships, emphasizing the unknown future.
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