Lyrics
Don't stop 'till I give the safeword
Expressing a desire to continue until a designated safeword is given, implying a consensual or controlled situation.
Maybe you have not heard
Suggesting that the listener might not be fully aware of the situation or instructions.
Wonder what it was
Pondering the nature of the safeword, raising curiosity about its significance.
This is not about the devil
Clarifying that the context is not demonic but rather a path to something positive, like heaven.
But the way to heaven
Contrasting with line 4, emphasizing the positive aspect of the experience.
Baby I can cope
Expressing the ability to handle or manage the situation.
Uh, it's only bruised
Downplaying the severity, indicating that the situation is only bruised, not irreparably damaged.
It's only bruised
Repeating the idea that the situation is only bruised, reinforcing the notion of manageable harm.
I don't need you
Declaring independence, asserting that the speaker doesn't need external influence or advice.
Telling me what's wise
Rejecting others' guidance, asserting a personal understanding of what is wise.
It's only my perception right?
Questioning the validity of the speaker's own perceptions, suggesting self-doubt.
I am just a little stranger
Describing oneself as a stranger, possibly feeling disconnected or different.
This is what I'm made of
Defining one's essence, what makes up the speaker's identity.
This is what I want
Expressing desires or goals, what the speaker wants in life.
Maybe you are on the wrong side
Suggesting that the listener might be on the wrong path or making wrong choices.
Surely not on my side
Asserting that the listener is not aligned with the speaker's interests or well-being.
Baby you can go
Giving permission for the listener to leave, implying a potential separation.
True, it wasn't you
Acknowledging that the listener is not responsible for causing harm or bruising.
Who got me bruised
Reiterating that the listener is not the cause of the speaker's bruises.
That may be right
Indicating that the listener may be correct in their assessment.
You don't wanna try
Advising the listener against attempting something, possibly due to potential harm.
Then maybe I can save myself
Suggesting self-reliance, the speaker considering saving themselves from a difficult situation.
Don't stop 'till you hit the right spot
Extending the metaphor of not stopping until reaching a specific point or achieving a goal.
'Till you make my heart throb
Describing the desired outcome of reaching the right spot, making the heart throb.
This is what I want
Reiterating the speaker's desires or goals in the context of the relationship or situation.
I've been waiting for the safeword
Expressing anticipation for the safeword, suggesting it is a key to a positive outcome.
But it really won't hurt
Assuring that the safeword won't cause harm, possibly emphasizing consent or control.
Baby I can cope
Reiterating the speaker's ability to handle or manage the situation.
True, it wasn't you
Affirming that the listener is not the cause of the speaker's bruises.
Who got me bruised
Reiterating that the listener is not responsible for causing harm or bruising.
That maybe right
Suggesting that the listener may be correct in their assessment.
You don't wanna try
Advising the listener against attempting something, possibly due to potential harm.
Then maybe I will try myself
Expressing a willingness to take action independently to improve one's life.
To lighten up my life
Expressing a desire to bring lightness or positivity into the speaker's life.
It's only my perception right?
Repeating the question about the validity of the speaker's own perceptions, suggesting ongoing self-doubt.
The safeword, safeword, safeword, safeword, it really hurts
Highlighting the safeword and emphasizing that it hurts, possibly adding complexity to the metaphor.
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