Taste Of Blood
Archive Lyrics
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A feeling that's too painful to bear
I get a taste of blood in my mouth when you're near
A feeling that's too painful to bear
Straight to my head
I get a look of fear on my face with you here
A feeling that shivers down my skin
Try to resist, but it's just not finished with you yet
A hold too intense to forget
The lyrics of the song Taste Of Blood by Archive express the overpowering and all-consuming effect of being in love with someone who is painful to be around. When the person is close, the singer gets a taste of blood, indicating the intensity of the desire and the rawness of the emotions. The sensation is too strong, and the singer finds it unbearable. The phrase "too painful to bear" suggests that the singer is at the mercy of the emotions and the longing they feel for this person.
The second stanza describes the physical manifestation of that emotional state. The singer feels a look of fear on their face, indicating that they are scared of being consumed by this person and the emotions they evoke. The feeling shivers down the skin, indicating that the sensation is not just emotional but also physical. The last line suggests that the hold this person has on the singer is too intense to forget, indicating the addiction-like quality of the relationship.
Overall, the song Taste Of Blood by Archive explores the intense emotions and physical sensations that come with being in love with someone who is not necessarily good for you. It speaks to the contradictory nature of love, where something that should be good for you can harm you instead.
Line by Line Meaning
I get a taste of blood in my mouth when you're near
Being near you gives me a painful feeling that I can physically taste in my mouth.
A feeling that's too painful to bear
This sensation is so intense that it's difficult for me to endure.
Straight to my head
The feeling is overpowering, consuming my thoughts and emotions.
I get a look of fear on my face with you here
Your presence induces a profound feeling of anxiety, which is visibly reflected on my expression.
A feeling that shivers down my skin
This fear I'm experiencing is so intense that it sends chills down my body.
Try to resist, but it's just not finished with you yet
I attempt to push away these emotions, but they persist and refuse to let go of me.
A hold too intense to forget
The grip of these emotions is so strong that they leave a lasting impression on me, impossible to ignore or dismiss.
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