Lyrics
where do i begin
Expressing uncertainty about where to start.
i remember the first night we met
Recalling the initial meeting with the person being addressed.
it was 1996 at the splash club in London
Specifying the location and year of the first encounter, creating a nostalgic setting at the Splash Club in London in 1996.
and i had a huge crush on you
Revealing a strong attraction or infatuation towards the person from the beginning.
over the years i've grown to love you
Expressing a deepening affection over the years, indicating a transition from a crush to genuine love.
for so many reasons
Listing unspecified reasons for the speaker's love, leaving room for interpretation.
Manchester
Mentioning various cities, possibly significant locations or memories related to the relationship.
Bristol
Continuing the list of cities, creating a sense of shared experiences and memories.
Exeter
Adding more cities to emphasize the wide range of places associated with the relationship.
and Nottingham
Further expanding the list of cities, reinforcing the idea of a widespread connection.
to name a few
Stating that the mentioned cities are just a few examples, suggesting there are many more.
you've watched me bleed
Metaphorically stating that the person has witnessed the speaker's emotional pain or vulnerability.
bruise
Continuing the metaphor, highlighting moments of physical and emotional distress.
sweat
Enumerating different forms of hardship, indicating a deep level of openness and shared experiences.
and scream
Conveying intense emotions, possibly related to the challenges faced together.
and you've never been afraid of me
Expressing gratitude for the person's lack of fear or hesitation in the face of the speaker's struggles.
i don't blame you for what they've written about us
Acknowledging negative narratives about the relationship but not assigning blame to the person.
or our relationship
Accepting that the complexities of the relationship may not be fully understood by others.
no one really understands it
Emphasizing the mysterious or intricate nature of the relationship, including the speaker's own lack of complete understanding.
not even me
Expressing appreciation for the unpredictability or joy derived from not fully comprehending the relationship.
i love it when that happens…
Concluding with a positive sentiment about the joy experienced when the relationship defies explanation.
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