Protection
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Tracy Thorn

This girl I know needs some shelter
She don't believe anyone can help her
She's doing so much harm, doing so much damage
But you don't want to get involved
You tell her she can manage
And you can't change the way she feels
But you could put your arms around her

I know you want to live yourself
But could you forgive yourself
If you left her just the way
You found her

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection

You're a boy and I'm a girl
But you know you can lean on me
And I don't have no fear
I'll take on any man here
Who says that's not the way it should be

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection

She's a girl and you're a boy
Sometimes you look so small, look so small
You've got a baby of your own
When your baby's grown, she'll be the one
To catch you when you fall

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection

You're a girl and I'm a boy (x4)

Sometimes you look so small, need some shelter
Just runnin' round and round, helter skelter
And I've leaned on me
Now you can lean on me
And that's more than love, that's the way
It should be
Now I can't change the way you think
But I can put my arms around you
That's just part of the deal
That's the way I feel
I put my arms around you

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection

I stand in front of you
I'll take the force of the blow
Protection





You're a boy and I'm a girl (x4)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Massive Attack's song Protection speak about being there for someone who needs help and support. The singer is talking to a friend who is going through a tough time and is causing harm and damage to herself. The singer acknowledges that the friend might not believe anyone can help her but offers to provide shelter and protection. The friend is told that others might tell her she can manage on her own, but the singer says she'll stand in front of her, take the force of the blow, and protect her.


The chorus "Protection" is repeated throughout the song, reinforcing the idea of providing a safe space for someone who needs it. The lyrics show that the singer has the willingness to help her friend and be there for her in any way possible. They emphasize the importance of having someone who can take on the force of the blow and protect them when they're in a vulnerable state.


Overall, Protection is a song about being there for someone and offering protection and support when they need it most.


Line by Line Meaning

This girl I know needs some shelter
I know a girl who needs help and protection


She don't believe anyone can help her
She feels like no one can support her


She's doing so much harm, doing so much damage
She is causing harm and damage to herself and others


But you don't want to get involved
You're hesitant to get involved in her problems


You tell her she can manage
You try to encourage her to handle things on her own


And you can't change the way she feels
You know that you can't change how she feels


But you could put your arms around her
You can show her support and comfort


I know you want to live yourself
You have your own life to live


But could you forgive yourself
But would you be able to forgive yourself


If you left her just the way
If you didn't offer her any help


You found her
When you first met her


I stand in front of you
I am here for you


I'll take the force of the blow
I'll protect you from any harm


Protection
I am offering you my protection


You're a boy and I'm a girl
We may be different genders


But you know you can lean on me
But you can always rely on me


And I don't have no fear
And I am not afraid


I'll take on any man here
I am strong enough to handle any situation


Who says that's not the way it should be
Anyone who thinks otherwise is wrong


She's a girl and you're a boy
You may have different genders


Sometimes you look so small, look so small
Sometimes you seem small and vulnerable


You've got a baby of your own
You have a child to take care of


When your baby's grown, she'll be the one
When your child grows up, she'll be there for you


To catch you when you fall
To support and protect you


Now you can lean on me
Now, I can support you


And that's more than love, that's the way
That's not just love, it's how things should be


It should be
People should always support and protect each other


Now I can't change the way you think
I can't change your thoughts and feelings


But I can put my arms around you
But I can offer you physical and emotional support


That's just part of the deal
That's just something we do for each other


That's the way I feel
I am offering my support because I care for you


You're a boy and I'm a girl
We may have different genders, but that's okay




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@anniestewart6153

I am from Melbourne Australia... Protect by Psalm 91!!!!

@anniestewart6153

Melbourne Australia... Psalm 91...claimed!!!!

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amen

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Ontario Canada🇨🇦

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I'm listening from St Augustine Florida

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@elizabethtucker7613

I would greatly appreciate prayers,I am fighting a battle like never before,I beg you all to lift me up, I know the lord is good !!! I love Jesus I want to be like him,and walk in his ways.God be with you all and many blessings!

@oldmechanic5744

Blessings to you also!

@tammyclague1586

The Lord is near to those who call upon HIM, May The Lord Jesus Christ Give rest and healing for your mind, and heart, Blessings to you, 🌹🙏🌹

@joyceevans1860

Prayers going up for your divine protection and peace in Jesus name. Amen

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