Lyrics
Oooh, I couldn't hold on to you
The speaker expresses difficulty in maintaining a connection with someone.
There's no trace
There's no evidence or sign of the person's presence.
It's just an empty space
The absence is emphasized, creating an emotional void.
And it's a sin
There's a sense of wrongdoing or regret associated with the separation.
The black that you're dressed in
Reference to the person's attire, possibly signifying mourning or darkness.
Now when I'm calling there's nobody there
The speaker experiences isolation when trying to reach out.
Where is the friend that brought light everywhere?
Questioning the absence of a supportive friend who used to bring light into their life.
It's strange
Describing the changed circumstances as unusual or unfamiliar.
How everything has changed
Reflecting on the profound changes that have occurred.
Oooh, I couldn't hold on to you longer
Reiterating the inability to maintain the connection for an extended period.
Oooh, I couldn't hold on to you
Restating the difficulty in holding onto the person.
I believe
Expressing a belief that the departure was not intentional.
You didn't mean to leave
Despite the mess left behind, the speaker affirms unwavering love.
And it's a mess
Acknowledging the chaotic aftermath of the separation.
But I'll never love you less
Committing to maintaining love despite the challenges.
Now that I have all your stuff, it's a lot
The speaker now possesses the person's belongings, symbolizing their enduring connection.
I'm holding it tight cause it's all that I've got
Clutching onto the possessions as a significant part of what remains.
A shame
Expressing regret or disappointment about the changed situation.
Now everything has changed
Reiterating the theme of significant transformation.
Oooh, I couldn't hold on to you longer
Reemphasizing the inability to sustain the connection over time.
Oooh, I couldn't hold on to you
Repeating the sentiment of struggling to retain the person.
I'm older than you now
Noting a shift in the speaker's age relative to the other person.
I'm older than you now
Reiterating the idea that the speaker is now older than the person.
I'm older than you now
Repeating the realization of the speaker being older than the person, possibly indicating a sense of loss or change.
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