Hold Me Back
Embracing the Night: A Tale of Regret and Redemption in 'Hold Me Back'
Lyrics
Help me waste another hour, don't tell me I'm beyond my bed
Expresses a desire for distraction and avoidance of responsibilities, seeking companionship to pass time.
My heart is beating my alarm, guess I stay awake instead
The speaker's heartbeat serves as an internal clock, and they choose to stay awake rather than succumbing to sleep or routine.
Closing time we carry on, don't ring the bell when it's too late
Despite the closing time, the speaker wants to continue without interruption, emphasizing the avoidance of restrictions.
Yeah I'll miss tomorrow when it's gone and hate myself for same mistakes.
Reflects on the regrettable anticipation of missing the future and repeating past mistakes, indicating self-awareness and remorse.
Hold me back from all I know
Expresses a plea to be held back from familiar situations or habits that may be detrimental.
Show me that you'll be there too
Requests assurance of support and companionship during the struggle to break free from negative patterns.
Save my bones and help me through regret
Asks for assistance in overcoming regrets and challenges, seeking help to navigate through difficult times.
Oh hold me back, hold me back
Reiterates the plea to be held back, emphasizing the importance of the support sought from others.
Oh hold me back, hold me back.
-Weekend comes around again, aching to escape my head
Describes the recurring theme of weekends as a time of escapism, wanting to break free from mental burdens.
Wash away my promises, can try another day instead
Mentions a desire to abandon previous commitments and responsibilities, opting for a fresh start on another day.
Taken over by the trill I'm flying and i can't go wrong
Portrays a sense of exhilaration and thrill, despite the speaker pretending not to care, hinting at a temporary escape.
Faking i don't give a damn I'm floating but it won't be long.
-So hold me back from alter me
Asks to be held back from altering oneself, possibly alluding to negative influences or behaviors that need restraint.
Show me that you're not too pleased
Requests confirmation that those holding back are not displeased, seeking reassurance and understanding.
I've numbed my mouth and drunk my sins away.
Indicates a numbing of emotions and an attempt to drown sorrows through substance use.
Oh hold me back, hold me back
Repeats the plea to be held back, emphasizing the urgency and importance of the support sought.
Oh hold me back, hold me back.
-Oh hold me back, hold me back
Reiterates the desire to be held back, emphasizing the need for assistance in resisting negative influences or behaviors.
Oh hold me back, hold me back.
-Ooooooh
Non-verbal expressions, possibly conveying intense emotions or a longing for support beyond words.
Ooooooh
-Oh hold me back.
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