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Don't Turn Away
Dolby's Cube featuring Cherry Bomb Lyrics


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I don′t know why you're not talking to me
I don′t know what went wrong
Two people who had so much together
Really ought to get along - yeah
But something started to change inside of you
And right out of the blue
Two friends with such a lot to give
I don't know where you are
Or what you're going through
What are we trying to prove?




Cause when this world′s too big to take on your
Shoulders
Feels like love is in vain
You could break down in my arms babe
But it really hurts when you turn away
And I can take the look you give me, believe me, cause
I know you are in pain
I can take the names you call me
But I can′t stand when you turn away
Don't turn away

Cause I can feel you all around me
But you keep me here in the dark
And each time we try to settle down
Something seems to keep us apart, don′t it baby?
You and me, we're on the outside
Pretending we don′t care

Too proud to show our feelings,
To open up the love you know we could share when
I will always be there

Cause when this world's too big to take on your
Shoulders
Feels like love is in vain
You could break down in my arms babe
But it really hurts when you turn away

And I can take the look you give me, believe me
I know you are in pain
And I can take the names you call me
But I can′t stand when you turn away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Don't Turn Away by Dolby's Cube featuring Cherry Bomb portray the tensions and complexities of a relationship that is undergoing a period of strain. The song opens with a sense of confusion and uncertainty on the part of the singer, who is unsure of why the other person is not communicating with them. They reflect on the connection they once shared and suggest that it is natural for people who have been through a lot together to want to reconcile and move forward.


However, as the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that there has been a change in the other person that they cannot fully understand. The two people seem to be at odds with each other, with frequent attempts to connect being frustrated by something that keeps pushing them apart. Despite this, the singer expresses a willingness to be there for the other person, to offer support and comfort even if they are feeling vulnerable and overwhelmed.


Overall, the song is a poignant reminder of how challenging relationships can be, even when there is a strong desire to make things work. It speaks to the pain and frustration of feeling disconnected from someone, and the longing to overcome that distance and find a way to connect once again.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't know why you're not talking to me
I am unsure of the reason why you are not communicating with me.


I don't know what went wrong
I am unaware of what caused our relationship to falter.


Two people who had so much together
We were once in a strong and meaningful partnership.


Really ought to get along - yeah
It would be beneficial for us to reconcile our differences and work together amicably.


But something started to change inside of you
There was a shift within you that affected our relationship.


And right out of the blue
The change seemed sudden and unexpected.


Two friends with such a lot to give
As individuals and within our relationship, we have much to offer and share with each other.


I don't know where you are
I am uncertain of your current state of being.


Or what you're going through
I do not understand the personal struggles and challenges you may be experiencing in your life.


What are we trying to prove?
It is unclear why we are in this situation and what we hope to accomplish.


Cause when this world′s too big to take on your shoulders
When life feels overwhelming or too difficult to handle on your own,


Feels like love is in vain
it can seem like love and emotional connection are futile or ineffective.


You could break down in my arms babe
You can lean on me for emotional support and comfort.


But it really hurts when you turn away
However, it is painful when you distance yourself from me instead of seeking support.


And I can take the look you give me, believe me, cause
I can handle the way you may perceive me, as I trust in our connection and mutual understanding.


I know you are in pain
I recognize that you are struggling and experiencing emotional distress.


And I can take the names you call me
I can handle any hurtful language you may direct towards me.


But I can't stand when you turn away
However, it is intolerable when you withdraw from me and refuse to communicate or connect.


Cause I can feel you all around me
I sense your presence and influence in my life, even when we are not directly communicating.


But you keep me here in the dark
However, you are not sharing your thoughts and feelings with me, which leaves me feeling uninformed and uncertain.


And each time we try to settle down
When we attempt to resolve our issues and come to a peaceful place,


Something seems to keep us apart, don't it baby?
Some obstacle or challenge consistently impedes our ability to fully reconcile and reconnect.


You and me, we're on the outside
Our relationship currently feels disconnected and distant from each other and from the world around us.


Pretending we don't care
We may be attempting to appear emotionally distant or indifferent, when in fact we deeply care about each other and our relationship.


Too proud to show our feelings
We are hesitant to express vulnerability and emotional openness, perhaps due to fear or insecurity.


To open up the love you know we could share when
However, we recognize that if we were to express vulnerability and share our emotions, we could experience a deep and fulfilling love.


I will always be there
Regardless of our current challenges, I will always be here to support and care for you.




Writer(s): Allee Willis, Thomas Dolby

Contributed by Alyssa P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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