I Almost Told You That I Loved You
●Papa Roach Lyrics
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And I'm a junkie for the way that you please
You shut me up when you swallow me down
My back to the wall you're going to town
[Chorus]
I almost told you that I loved you
Thank God I didn't 'cause it would have been a lie
I almost told you that I loved you
I hate to say it but it has to be said
You look so fragile as I fuck with your head
I know it shouldn't but it's getting me on
If sex is the drug then what is the cost?
[Chorus]
I'm not the one that you want
Not the one that you need
My love is like a fucking disease
You can give me your hand
You can make your demands
I'm the hardest mother fucker to please
[Chorus]
(I'm not the one that you want)
I almost told you that I loved you
(I'm not the one that you need)
Thank God I didn't 'cause it would have been a lie
(I'm not the one that you want)
I say the damnedest things when you're on top of me
(The one that you need)
I almost told you that I loved you
The lyrics of Papa Roach's "I Almost Told You That I Loved You" are explicit and discuss the theme of sex and how one can confuse it with love. The song highlights the singer's addiction to their partner's sexual appeal and the power dynamic between them. The lyrics start by stating how the singer loves it when their partner is on their knees and how they enjoy their partner pleasing them in that position.
The chorus shows a change in tone and reveals how the singer almost confessed their love to their partner. However, the singer is relieved that they didn't confess their love because it would have been a lie. The next verse highlights the psychological effect the singer has on their partner and how it fuels their addiction. However, the singer acknowledges that their relationship is toxic and compares their love with a disease.
The song concludes with the repetition of the chorus, with the singer admitting that they are not the person their partner wants or needs. The song's lyrics provide a window into the singer's mind and highlight how sexual attraction and the search for love can be muddled.
Line by Line Meaning
You know I love it when you're down on your knees
I enjoy it when you submit to me.
And I'm a junkie for the way that you please
I am addicted to the pleasure that you give me.
You shut me up when you swallow me down
You silence me by performing oral sex on me.
My back to the wall you're going to town
I am cornered as you engage in aggressive sexual activity with me.
I almost told you that I loved you
I considered expressing my affection towards you.
Thank God I didn't 'cause it would have been a lie
I am relieved I did not express false emotions.
I say the damnedest things when you're on top of me
I make impulsive remarks while engaged in sexual activity with you.
I hate to say it but it has to be said
I dislike admitting this, but it must be acknowledged.
You look so fragile as I fuck with your head
You appear vulnerable as I emotionally manipulate you.
I know it shouldn't but it's getting me on
Although I am aware it is wrong, I am still aroused by this behavior.
If sex is the drug then what is the cost?
If sex is my addiction, what is the price I will pay for it?
I'm not the one that you want
I am not the person you desire.
Not the one that you need
I am not the person you require.
My love is like a fucking disease
My affection is destructive and harmful to you.
You can give me your hand
You can offer me your assistance or support.
You can make your demands
You can make requests or demands of me.
I'm the hardest mother fucker to please
I am difficult to satisfy or please.
Thank God I didn't 'cause it would have been a lie
Once again, I express relief that I did not lie about my emotions towards you.
I say the damnedest things when you're on top of me
I reiterate that I often make unusual remarks when we engage in sexual activity.
I almost told you that I loved you
The song ends with a repetition of the opening line, culminating in the realization that the artist's underlying, true desire for the other person is love, despite all the degrading, selfish ways in which he may express that love.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JACOBY SHADDIX, JAMES MICHAEL, JERRY HORTON, JERRY ALLAN HORTON, TOBIN ESPERANCE
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@thisguyrighthere7539
Ozzy killing it in his 20’s during the 70’s
Now he’s killing it in his 70’s during the 20’s
@trinityday9385
Seriously no joke 🤘🤘
@ivanbuccafusca337
Straight facts
@kinkykitty77
A true rockstar!!!
@tylerkudo
Only knew of this song because I heard it on octane
@shwubdub1572
@@tylerkudo same
@stickthedeuces1664
We all goin to ignore the fact that ozzy is 70 and still making bangers?
@afrothunder9095
Thats what happens when you are an actual musician and not some mumble rap bs artist
@reginaramirez5427
Its REALLY post malones song
@okay6353
@@reginaramirez5427 yeah, but not really. this song was kinda made for ozzy