Real Estate
Adam Melchor Lyrics
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In my mouth, in my nose, oh who knows
If you'll still be there when it's all said and done
Or if I'll just find less from now on
Every time I wonder how I'd carry on without you
I'm running out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
You, you
I still have no windows in my room or my halls
I was hoping I could look through yours
Sitting in a chair next to your front door
As I watch you do your makeup on the floor
Every time I wonder how I'd carry on without you
I'm running out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
You, you, you
I'm running out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
I'm running out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
You, you, you, you
In Adam Melchor's melancholic ballad, "Real Estate," he sings about the lingering presence of his lost love. Even though they are no longer together, their memories seem to exist in every corner of his life. Melchor describes finding pieces of her hair on his bed and clothes, and even in his mouth and nose. These intimate details create a palpable sense of longing and nostalgia. Melchor wonders if his ex will stick around for the long haul, or if he will have to get used to less.
Throughout the song, Melchor uses the metaphor of "real estate" to express the limited space he has left in his life. He's "running out of real estate" as he tries to navigate life without his love, and he's constantly trying to make the right moves without hesitation. The idea of "betting the house" on his love shows not only his commitment, but also his desperation to hold onto what he once had.
The third verse is particularly poignant, as Melchor admits to still having no windows in his own room or halls, and hopes that he can somehow look through hers. Sitting next to her front door, he watches her do her makeup on the floor. The imagery here is hauntingly raw and intimate, conveying the depth of his desire to be close to her once more.
Line by Line Meaning
I still find your hair in my bed and my clothes
I can't seem to forget about you as there are constant reminders of you in my life.
In my mouth, in my nose, oh who knows
Whether it's a physical or mental sensation, you are still present in my life.
If you'll still be there when it's all said and done
I'm unsure if you'll still be in my life after everything we've been through.
Or if I'll just find less from now on
It's unclear whether I'll continue to find reminders of you or if I'll eventually move on.
Every time I wonder how I'd carry on without you
I constantly think about how I would cope with losing you.
I'm running out of real estate
I am running out of space in my heart and mind to accommodate thoughts and feelings about you.
Tryna make all the right moves
I am trying my best to make the right decisions regarding our relationship.
I don't wanna hesitate
I don't want to second-guess myself and my feelings for you.
I would bet the house on you
I would risk everything for you and our relationship.
I still have no windows in my room or my halls
I am feeling trapped and isolated without you in my life.
I was hoping I could look through yours
I wish I could see the world through your perspective and feel connected to you.
Sitting in a chair next to your front door
I am waiting patiently for you to return and be a part of my life again.
As I watch you do your makeup on the floor
I observe and appreciate the small and intimate moments we share together.
Writer(s): William Perliter
Contributed by Aiden B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics
I still find your hair in my bed
In my clothes in my mouth
In my nose, oh who knows
If you’ll still be there when
it's all said and done
Or if i'll just find less from now
Every time I wonder
how I’d carry on without you
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
You
You
I still have no windows
in my room or my halls
I was hoping I could look through yours
Sitting on a chair next to your front door
As I watch you do your makeup on the floor
Every time I wonder
how I’d carry on without you
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
You
You
You
You
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
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Lyrics
I still find your hair in my bed
In my clothes in my mouth
In my nose, oh who knows
If you’ll still be there when
it's all said and done
Or if i'll just find less from now
Every time I wonder
how I’d carry on without you
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
You
You
I still have no windows
in my room or my halls
I was hoping I could look through yours
Sitting on a chair next to your front door
As I watch you do your makeup on the floor
Every time I wonder
how I’d carry on without you
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
You
You
You
You
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
I'm runnin out of real estate
Tryna make all the right moves
I don't wanna hesitate
I would bet the house on you
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@@Kari6413 It is!
@spotteddog6780
“Bet the house on you” don’t hesitate.
@solus1712
Not to be nit picky but sitting "in" a chair? Lol just helping out.
@Zauberkraeuter
@@solus1712 - Ever heard of an armchair?
@HughThomasLorch
Enjoyed the video and content :-)
@yvonnegonzalezmartinez5370
I’m here from Matt King. Such a beautiful song 💓💓💓
@KarahnAllen
Ocean Man lol
@sarapiya9209
Ocean Man same
@bapsnatchedmywig
who's matt king?