Lyrics
who was I fooling?
Reflecting on self-deception, questioning one's own actions or choices.
I still had your name burned in my heart
Despite the deception, the emotional connection and memories of the person linger.
when my lips where lying
Admitting to dishonesty in words or communication.
you still seemed to know my every thought
The person being addressed still understands the speaker's true feelings.
every nightfall's like a reflection
Nightfall symbolizes reflection, each night reminiscent of a debt owed in love.
of the debt of love I owe to you
Expressing a sense of indebtedness and commitment to the person in question.
every morning rings like a phone call
Morning serves as a reminder, asking when the speaker will return home.
saying "when will you be home?"
Highlighting a sense of anticipation or waiting for the speaker's return.
CHORUS
Beginning of the chorus section.
I see your arms stretched wide
Visualizing the person's embrace, a comforting image.
I think I'll lay my burdens here
Considering leaving emotional burdens in the comfort of the person's embrace.
I could just fall forever
Expressing a desire for a perpetual fall or surrender.
I could just fall forever here
Desiring to remain in a state of emotional surrender indefinitely.
shame overwhelms me
Feeling overwhelmed by a sense of shame or guilt.
every trial I put you through
Acknowledging the difficulties and challenges imposed on the addressed person.
how could I take back
Pondering the impossibility of undoing past hurtful words.
all the insults hurled at you?
Reflecting on insults directed at the person.
every night you call went unanswered
Not responding to calls, indicating neglect or avoidance.
every day I heard and ran
Hearing and avoiding responsibilities or emotional connections during the day.
CHORUS
Beginning of the second chorus section.
I see your arms stretched wide
Imagining the person's open arms, expressing a longing for connection.
longing to hold this broken child
Describing a desire to be held despite being a broken or troubled individual.
I could just fall forever
Reiterating the theme of a continuous fall, suggesting emotional surrender.
I could just fall forever here
Expressing a willingness to fall forever, emphasizing emotional commitment.
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