Lyrics
She's right outside your door
Expresses the proximity of someone ("she") outside the door.
I've heard her knock before
Indicates previous attempts or instances of the person knocking.
She takes you by your hand
Describes a physical connection or closeness ("takes you by your hand").
But you say she's just a friend
Despite the closeness, the person claims the other is just a friend.
Pathetic beyond belief
Expresses a strong negative emotion about the situation.
I can't even sleep
Highlights personal distress and difficulty sleeping due to the situation.
All I ever think about
Reveals the persistent preoccupation with thoughts about the other person.
Is if you ever think about her
Ponders if the person ever thinks about the speaker in the same way.
Her instead me
Expresses a sense of being replaced or overshadowed by someone else.
Well if the tide
Introduces the metaphor of the tide, possibly symbolizing emotional challenges.
Comes, washing over of me
Asks if the person would support the speaker in difficult times.
Would you grab my hand?
Pleads for assistance and support in challenging situations.
Pull me from the sand?
Continues the plea for rescue and assistance when facing adversity.
And if she walks by
Introduces the possibility of encountering the other person ("she") while in a vulnerable state.
While I'm in neck deep
Describes a vulnerable situation ("neck deep") and the need for rescue.
Would you rescue me?
Reiterates the request for rescue in the face of potential emotional harm.
Rescue me
Emphasizes the plea for rescue.
I don't want to leave you
Expresses a desire not to part ways with the person.
I don't want to leave you
Repeats the sentiment of not wanting to leave.
I don't want to leave you
Reiterates the reluctance to part ways with the person.
But, I'm afraid I can't stay
Conveys the fear or realization that staying may not be possible or healthy.
She'll take my place
Anticipates being replaced by the other person.
Forget my face, yeah
Acknowledges the potential for the speaker to be forgotten.
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