Tension!
Kaiyko Lyrics
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Chemicals inside my brain are constantly calling it off
Feelings get a hold of me and I say things that I don't mean but hey
There's no such thing as perfect in reality
I don't wanna go back so baby let me take my time
I don't wanna see your face or hear your voice don't hit my line
And ima do what i wanna do from now on
Sit back in my car with the music up loud
And i don't care if you're proud of me or watching me
Cuz i've been up all night startin fights with my thoughts again
Tell me where it ends, oh my god, Here I go again
Tension's all that i've know and I won't let go
Cuz i'm alive, All day and night
Tension's all that i've got so I just can't stop
Cuz i'm alive, All day and night
Darlin' why am I fallin for you again?
Found you deep in my heart, where you've always been
Even if i'm cryin I can keep on dancin to the beat of my heart
With the tension in my head
Tension! Tension! Is building in my heart again
I think I should let you go cuz maybe it's just for the best
But you go and pull me right back
I don't wanna have to fight this again
I'm stuck cuz I can't go without a happy ending
I am better off on my own, but I don't wanna live without your soul
And ima do what i wanna do from now on
Sit back in my car with the music up loud
And i don't care if you're proud of me or watching me
Cuz i've been up all night startin fights with my thoughts again
Tell me where it ends, oh my god, Here I go again
Tension's all that i've know and I won't let go
Cuz i'm alive, All day and night
Tension's all that i've got so I just can't stop
Cuz i'm alive, All day and night
Darlin' why am I fallin for you again?
Found you deep in my heart, where you've always been
Even if i'm cryin I can keep on dancin to the beat of my heart
With the tension in my head
In "Tension!" by Kaiyko, the singer expresses the feeling of being torn between emotions: a compulsive attraction towards someone, and the realization that the relationship is bad for them. The tension in their heart builds up as chemical reactions in their brain constantly call them off. They confess to having said hurtful things, but explain that perfection is not realistic. The singer wants to take their time and be free to do what they please, without any pressure from their partner or from others. They find solace in listening to music and driving around with the volume turned up, even if it means that nobody is proud of them or watching them.
They acknowledge that the tension is all they know and won't let go, because it makes them feel alive, all day and night. Even if they're crying, they can keep on dancing to the beat of their heart with the tension in their head. They wonder why they keep falling for their partner, even though it's hurting them. The singer is aware that it's probably best to let go, but they can't resist coming back to their partner each time they try to break free. They admit being stuck in this cycle and not wanting to live without their partner's soul. At the end, even though they repeat the same phrases, the lyrics show that they're conflicted and overwhelmed with emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Tension! Tension! Is building in my heart again
I am feeling uneasy and stressed out, and it's becoming increasingly unbearable with each passing moment.
Chemicals inside my brain are constantly calling it off
The neurotransmitters in my brain are messing with my emotions, and I am struggling to control them.
Feelings get a hold of me and I say things that I don't mean but hey
My intense emotions often get the best of me, causing me to speak impulsively and regret my words later on.
There's no such thing as perfect in reality
I am aware that perfection is impossible to achieve in the real world, and I am trying to cope with this realization.
I don't wanna go back so baby let me take my time
I am hesitant to revisit a past experience, and I need some space to sort out my thoughts and feelings before I move forward.
I don't wanna see your face or hear your voice don't hit my line
I am trying to disconnect from someone who is causing me anxiety, and I do not want to be contacted by them in any way.
And ima do what i wanna do from now on
I am taking control of my own life and making decisions that are best for me, regardless of what others may think or say.
Sit back in my car with the music up loud
I am finding comfort and solace in driving alone and blasting music as a means of escape from my troubles.
And i don't care if you're proud of me or watching me
I am no longer seeking validation or approval from others, and I am living my life on my own terms without worrying about what others may think.
Cuz i've been up all night startin fights with my thoughts again
My racing thoughts and internal struggles are keeping me awake at night, and I am constantly fighting with myself to find inner peace.
Tell me where it ends, oh my god, Here I go again
I am feeling lost and uncertain about my future, and I am worried that my internal battles will never cease.
Tension's all that I've got so I just can't stop
My only constant companion is tension, and I am unable to let go of it despite its negative impact on my well-being.
Cuz I'm alive, All day and night
My heightened emotions and internal struggles are a testament to my aliveness and humanity, and I am determined to keep fighting despite the pain.
Darlin' why am I fallin for you again?
Despite my best efforts to distance myself, I find myself inexplicably drawn to someone who is causing me tension and anxiety.
Found you deep in my heart, where you've always been
This person has always had a special place in my heart, and I am struggling to let go of them.
Even if i'm cryin I can keep on dancin to the beat of my heart
Despite my tears and struggles, I am continuing to push forward and follow my heart's desires.
With the tension in my head
Despite the chaos in my mind and the stress that I am feeling, I am still determined to persevere and find happiness in my own way.
Writer(s): Kyle Savennah Mar
Contributed by Tristan E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.