Help Me
8-Bit Arcade Lyrics

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Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, ohhh
She say I make her rave, oh
Told her, bae let's meet up on the interstate, oh (Baby, let's race)
She gon' wanna ride the raf', oh
I might have to put my feelings in the cage, oh (Feelings in a cage)
If we run away today, oh

Can you promise me that we won't fade away, oh (Fade away)
Drugs got me in a cage, oh
I ain't know that she done went and found a key, oh (Help me break free)
All alone
I was on my own
Just me and my chrome
No one to call on
She was super dope
Something to behold
My emotions sold
Girl, your heart is gold
She gon' do the liquor for the feeling
Her touch is amazing, super healing
She took me, a lonely evil villain
Told the evil me goodbye before she killed him
She got that super soaker, ride it like a locomotive
Got me high like I just pulled another
Four up in my soda, ayy
I been over gone and girl, I know I can't control it
Know they hate it, cause you own it
If you fakin', I'ma goner, oh
Shall we indulge in
Something we ain't been?
I know we know the real if they askin', we just friends
They ain't in our plans
Can't do what I did
Fast forward to the future, it's me, you, and our kids
She say I make her rave, oh (yeah)
Told her, bae let's meet up on the interstate, oh (Baby, let's race)
She gon' wanna ride the raf', oh
I might have to put my feelings in the cage, oh (Feelings in a cage)
If we run away today, oh
Can you promise me that we won't fade away, oh (Fade away)
Drugs got me in a cage, oh
I ain't know that she done went and found a key, oh (Help me break free)
Help me break, free
Used to take, three
Flushed the orange, ones
Innovate, me
Can't escape, her
She won't evade, me
I'ma dive in her ocean like I'm in the Navy
From the back of the crib to the front threshold turn all of the lights out
We started in the back of the Benz
We was with our friends and we all had a night out
Black hawk go skirt, it's a burnout
Yo lil' hoe gon' twerk cause she burned out
We done bid our time, now we shine
Baby, would you look how it turned out
Oh baby, come over here
Let me tell you something in your ear
I see just how you is and I must admit, I'm all in
In her love, I'm falling
Drugs had me stalling
Her love is calling
Such a wonderful calling
Patience
Baby, let's stay in
Told her I'm caged in
She took away the drugs, found a new way to break in
Why don't you stay here
They can't replace this
Her love is incomparable, no way to break it
She say I make her rave, oh (yeah)
Told her, bae let's meet up on the interstate, oh (Baby, let's race)
She gon' wanna ride the raf', oh
I might have to put my feelings in the cage, oh (Feelings in a cage)
If we run away today, oh
Can you promise me that we won't fade away, oh (Fade away)

Drugs got me in a cage, oh
I ain't know that she done went and found a key, oh (Help me break free)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to 8-Bit Arcade's song "Help Me" depict a complicated romantic relationship that is filled with longing, emotional turmoil, and a desire for freedom from personal struggles. The song explores themes of escapism, addiction, and the power of love.

In the first verse, the singer expresses how their presence has a significant impact on their partner, making them rave and causing them to want to escape together. However, the singer is aware that their feelings are overwhelming and may need to be suppressed, represented by putting their emotions "in a cage." The idea of running away is introduced, with the plea for a promise that their relationship won't fade away over time.

The second verse delves into the singer's personal struggles and addictions. The mention of drugs represents a coping mechanism or an escape from reality. However, the partner has found a way to break free from these destructive behaviors and offers support and healing to the singer. The use of metaphors, such as the partner having a "super soaker" and riding it like a locomotive, emphasizes their ability to bring joy, pleasure, and relief to the singer.

The chorus reinforces the idea of the singer's partner being their savior and strength. The lyrics mention how their love is powerful enough to overcome obstacles and societal judgment. The promise of a future together and the mention of having children confirms the depth and seriousness of their relationship.

In the third verse, the lyrics portray the singer's reliance on their partner for guidance and transformation. The partner is seen as a person who brings clarity, encourages personal growth, and helps the singer break free from their struggles. The singer acknowledges their previous shortcomings and implies that their journey towards self-improvement has been enhanced by their love interest.

The final chorus further emphasizes the transformative power of love and the singer's dependence on their partner. The lyrics suggest that the partner has helped the singer break free from their addictive behaviors and has become an irreplaceable force in their life.

Overall, "Help Me" reflects a complex relationship where two individuals come together to support one another, finding strength and solace in each other's love. It explores themes of personal struggle, addiction, and the transformative power of a supportive relationship.

Line by Line Meaning

Oh, oh
Expressing surprise or excitement

She say I make her rave, oh
She claims that I bring out her lively and enthusiastic side

Told her, bae let's meet up on the interstate, oh (Baby, let's race)
Suggested meeting up quickly and with excitement

She gon' wanna ride the raf', oh
She will want to experience thrill and adventure

I might have to put my feelings in the cage, oh (Feelings in a cage)
I may need to suppress my emotions

If we run away today, oh
If we escape together right now

Can you promise me that we won't fade away, oh (Fade away)
Can you assure me that our connection won't diminish over time

Drugs got me in a cage, oh
I am trapped and dependent on drugs

I ain't know that she done went and found a key, oh (Help me break free)
I was unaware that she has discovered a solution to help me escape

All alone
Feeling lonely and isolated

I was on my own
I was independent and self-reliant

Just me and my chrome
Only me and my weapon (symbolic of protection)

No one to call on
No one to seek help or support from

She was super dope
She was incredibly cool and impressive

Something to behold
Something worth seeing and admiring

My emotions sold
My feelings were consumed or exchanged

Girl, your heart is gold
You have a heart of great value and purity

She gon' do the liquor for the feeling
She drinks alcohol to experience a certain sensation

Her touch is amazing, super healing
Her physical contact has a remarkable and therapeutic effect

She took me, a lonely evil villain
She captured my attention and changed my negative tendencies

Told the evil me goodbye before she killed him
She helped me let go of my harmful or destructive side

She got that super soaker, ride it like a locomotive
She has incredible sexual prowess and rides with intense energy

Got me high like I just pulled another
She has intoxicated me emotionally or mentally like taking drugs

Four up in my soda, ayy
Mixing drugs with my soda drink

I been over gone and girl, I know I can't control it
I have surpassed my limit and lost control

Know they hate it, cause you own it
Others dislike it because you possess confidence and authority

If you fakin', I'ma goner, oh
If you are being insincere, I will be lost or destroyed

Shall we indulge in
Should we engage in or enjoy

Something we ain't been?
Something we haven't experienced before

I know we know the real if they askin', we just friends
We both understand the truth, even if others question our relationship as just friends

They ain't in our plans
They are not part of our future intentions

Can't do what I did
Cannot repeat my past actions

Fast forward to the future, it's me, you, and our kids
Imagining a future together with a family

Help me break, free
Assist me in liberating myself

Used to take, three
Previously consumed three (referring to drugs)

Flushed the orange, ones
Disposed of the orange prescription pills (likely referring to opioids)

Innovate, me
Bring fresh and creative ideas to my life

Can't escape, her
Unable to avoid or evade her presence or influence

She won't evade, me
She will not avoid or elude me

I'ma dive in her ocean like I'm in the Navy
I will fully immerse myself in her love and commitment

From the back of the crib to the front threshold turn all of the lights out
Starting from the bedroom to the entrance, we darken the space completely

We started in the back of the Benz
We initiated our activities in the backseat of a luxury car

We was with our friends and we all had a night out
We were accompanied by our group of friends for a fun night

Black hawk go skirt, it's a burnout
We accelerate rapidly and leave tire marks on the surface

Yo lil' hoe gon' twerk cause she burned out
Your significant other will dance seductively because she is exhausted from partying

We done bid our time, now we shine
We have patiently waited and now we are flourishing

Baby, would you look how it turned out
Look at the positive outcome we have achieved, my love

Oh baby, come over here
Come closer to me, my love

Let me tell you something in your ear
Allow me to whisper something intimate to you

I see just how you is and I must admit, I'm all in
I fully understand your true self and I confess that I am fully committed

In her love, I'm falling
I am deeply and irrevocably falling in love with her

Drugs had me stalling
Drugs caused me to hesitate or delay

Her love is calling
Her affection and love are beckoning me

Such a wonderful calling
It is an amazing and delightful feeling to be wanted by her

Patience
The quality of being patient and waiting for the right moment

Baby, let's stay in
My love, let's remain together

Told her I'm caged in
Informed her that I feel trapped or confined

She took away the drugs, found a new way to break in
She helped me overcome drug addiction and find a different path

Why don't you stay here
Why don't you remain with me

They can't replace this
No one else can substitute our connection or relationship

Her love is incomparable, no way to break it
Her love is unique and cannot be destroyed or weakened

Help me break free
Assist me in liberating myself

Used to take three
Previously consumed three (referring to drugs)

Flushed the orange ones
Disposed of the orange prescription pills (likely referring to opioids)

Innovate me
Bring fresh and creative ideas to my life

Can't escape her
Unable to avoid or evade her presence or influence

She won't evade me
She will not avoid or elude me