Lyrics
The skin on my back will peel off and crack and expose my spine beneath
The speaker describes a physical deterioration metaphorically, suggesting vulnerability and exposure.
And it is crooked and broken you can take it as a token of my poor self-belief
The condition of the exposed spine is emblematic of the speaker's lack of self-confidence.
The boot marks on my back reminiscent of a midnight drunk attack
Reference to physical harm, possibly from a past encounter, leaving lasting marks on the speaker.
I will not leave with you
Expresses a decision not to depart with someone.
But I’ll leave with you
Despite the earlier decision, a contradiction arises as the speaker conveys a willingness to leave with the same person.
I'll leave with you
Reiteration of the speaker's intention to depart with the mentioned person.
Well I thought I was over this it takes the piss but I’m right back here again
Reflects on recurring emotional struggles, returning to a familiar and distressing situation.
In your living room where we first knew that we weren’t just gonna be friends
Nostalgic reference to a shared space where the relationship transformed from friendship to something more.
A broken record a record breaker you know I hate you but I’ll see you later
Describes conflicting emotions, acknowledging hatred but foreseeing a future encounter.
Right back here again
Reiterates the return to a familiar, unwanted emotional state.
I don’t wanna be
Expresses a desire not to be in a certain emotional state or situation.
Drawing breath to ask you
The speaker doesn't want to ask a question or seek clarification.
Singing songs of self-control
Refers to singing about maintaining control but implies a struggle with self-discipline.
But the echo in the room spoke for you
Suggests that actions or circumstances speak louder than the speaker's attempts at self-control.
And concrete swallowed you whole
Uses concrete as a metaphor for something solid and inescapable, possibly representing consequences or reality.
And I will never forget
The speaker emphasizes a memorable experience, possibly traumatic, marked by a red sky.
The sky turning red
Continues the imagery of a significant and unforgettable event.
A secret to leave but a promise to stay
Contrasts the desire to leave with a commitment to stay, illustrating inner conflict.
I’ll stay for the night but I’ll leave in the day
Specifies a temporary commitment to staying but emphasizes the eventual departure.
Time
The concept of time is introduced, possibly highlighting the transient nature of emotions or relationships.
Well I thought I was over this it takes the piss but I’m right back here again
Repeats the theme of returning to an undesirable emotional state.
In your living room where we first knew that we weren’t just gonna be friends
Recalls the setting where the transition from friendship to more occurred.
A broken record a record breaker you know I hate you but I’ll see you later
Restates conflicting emotions and the anticipation of a future encounter despite harboring dislike.
Right back here again
Reiterates the return to an emotionally challenging situation.
I don’t wanna be
Repeats the desire not to be in a particular emotional state.
I don't wanna be
Emphasizes the speaker's reluctance or refusal to be in a certain emotional state.
I don't wanna be
Reiterates the speaker's unwillingness to be in a specific emotional state.
Friends
The term "Friends" is mentioned, possibly highlighting the complex dynamics within relationships.
The skin on my back will peel off and crack and expose my spine beneath
A repetition of the initial imagery describing the physical vulnerability and lack of self-confidence.
And it is crooked and broken you can take it as a token of my poor self-belief
Reiterates the crooked and broken nature of the exposed spine, emphasizing the speaker's poor self-belief.
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