Death of Me
Love's Lethal Embrace: Unraveling the Depths of 'Death of Me'
Lyrics
I'm sitting on the edge of something different
I'm in a situation that's different or unique.
Maybe I need a fall to know I'm alive
I might need to experience a failure to feel alive.
'Cause I've heard love can be as easy as breathing
Love is said to be effortless like breathing, but it's not always true.
And when your breath stops, baby you die
The fragility of life, as love's absence can feel like death.
I've never had a thing for counting seconds
I don't usually keep track of time.
But I've been paranoid, eyes fixed on the door
Feeling anxious, anticipating something negative.
And when you're gone, I know that I will regret it
Anticipating regret when the person leaves.
But when you're here I know that I'm wanting more
When the person is present, there's a desire for more.
Space is closing, time is stopping
Feeling confined, time seems to stand still.
I've been noting people talking
Observing people's conversations.
Fingers brushing, eyes are locking
Physical closeness and intense eye contact.
Lights are green when we should be stopping
Suggesting a risky situation despite warning signs.
You could be the death of me if you tried, if you tried
The person could be the cause of the speaker's downfall.
When you're here I'm begging please, say goodbye, say goodbye this time
Begging for separation when the person is present.
'Cause everything that's good ain't always good for you
Things that seem good might not be beneficial.
But everything feels good
Despite potential consequences, everything feels enjoyable.
You could be the death of me if you tried, go on and try it
The person could be destructive if they make an effort.
I've never wanted someone so frustrating
Expressing frustration but willing to comply with the person's desires.
But I'd do anything you want if you asked
Willing to do anything for the person if requested.
And when you look at me it's so intoxicating
The person's gaze is captivating and intoxicating.
Every kiss feels like I'm downing a glass
Every kiss is highly pleasurable.
Space is closing, time is stopping
Feeling constrained, time appears to stop.
I've been noting people watching
Noticing others observing the speaker.
Fingers brushing, eyes are locking
Intense physical and eye contact.
You reel me in and we're done with talking
The person captivates the speaker, ending the need for words.
You could be the death of me if you tried, if you tried
Reiterating the potential harm the person could cause.
When you're here I'm begging please, say goodbye
Pleading for separation even though it feels good.
It feels good, it feels good
Emphasizing the enjoyment despite the risk.
Go on and try it
Encouraging the person to try causing harm.
Wish you would, wish you would
Expressing a desire for the person to initiate separation.
Say goodbye and
Urging the person to say goodbye.
You could be the death of me if you tried, go on and try it
Repeating the idea that the person could be destructive if they tried.
A poison kiss, a girl on fire
Describing the person's effect as poisonous and powerful.
A poker face but an awful liar
Portraying the person as having a deceptive exterior.
Touch me when you feel inspired
Encouraging physical touch when inspired.
The day we're through is the day I'm dying, yeah
The speaker's life might end when the relationship does.
You could be the death of me if you tried, if you tried
Reiterating the potential harm the person could cause.
When you're here I'm begging please, say goodbye, say goodbye this time
Requesting separation even though it feels good.
'Cause everything that's good ain't always good for you
Highlighting that what's good may not be beneficial.
But everything feels good
Despite potential consequences, everything feels enjoyable.
You could be the death of me if you tried, go on and try it
Encouraging the person to try causing harm.
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