Space
Craving Distance: A Melodic Plea for Independence
Lyrics
I must have walked a hundred miles in these old shoes
I have walked a significant distance in my old shoes, symbolizing a journey or experience.
I tried to sell my soul, but both of them are worn through
Attempting to make a deal or compromise, but feeling worn out and unsuccessful in doing so.
I dragged my feet, you dragged my name and I'm sick of it
There has been criticism or slander, and the speaker is tired of it.
I always try to pick my battles but I never seem to win one
Despite efforts to choose battles wisely, there is a sense of constant defeat.
I've taken chances worse than one in a million
Referencing risky choices, possibly regrettable decisions in the past.
I changed my tune, to play for you
A change in behavior or approach, likely for someone important.
I need space
Expressing a need for personal space, possibly in a relationship context.
I must have cut you somewhere underneath the surface
Acknowledging harm caused unintentionally, perhaps in a relationship.
I don't know how, I only know I don't deserve this
Uncertainty about how the harm occurred, paired with a feeling of undeserving.
I could not breathe, you would not leave and I'm sick of it
Feeling suffocated by someone's presence, expressing frustration.
I always try to pick my battles but I still never seem to win one
Continued struggle in picking and winning battles despite efforts.
I've taken chances worse than one in a million
Reflecting on taking significant risks, possibly without reward.
I lose myself when I'm with you
Getting lost in oneself when in the company of someone else.
I need space
Reiterating the need for personal space, emphasizing its importance.
I said I needed some space, cause I've got no time, got no patience
Stating the need for space due to a lack of time and patience, expressing frustration and fear.
Living in fear and frustration 'cause I'm still on your side
Living in a state of fear and frustration while remaining supportive of the other person.
Yeah, I'm still on your side
Affirmation that, despite the need for space, the speaker is still supportive.
I'm still on your side
Reiteration of continued support despite the desire for space.
Even though I need space
Despite the expressed need for space, the speaker remains on the other person's side.
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