Strangers
Alicia Moffet Lyrics


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You've been on my mind
Maybe it's time to say it to face to face
A year went by
So many things changed but you, you feel the same to me

I thought you'd be there beside me
I thought you'd meet her when I did
Now I'm just trying to figure out
Is it good as it is

But Where were you when I was bleeding
Why'd you leave right when I needed you
Do you even know how it feels
To have to heal on your own
Yeah maybe I should've known
That we're better off as strangers

It still feels weird
I can't just call you up and tell you how we've been

I had a feeling you'd let go
When something better would come along
And look at where we are now

Now I'm just trying to figure out
Is it good as it is
Is it better as it is?

But where were you when I was bleeding
Why'd you leave right when I needed you
Do you even know how it feels
To have to heal on your own
Yeah maybe I should've known
That we're better off as strangers

Better off as strangers
Better off as strangers

But where were you when I was bleeding
Why'd you leave right when I needed you
Do you even know how it feels
To have to heal on your own
Yeah maybe I should've known

Where were you when I was bleeding
Why'd you leave right when I needed you
Do you even know how it feels
To have to heal on your own




Yeah maybe I should've known
That we're better off as strangers

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Alicia Moffet's song "Strangers" describe the confusion and disappointment that arises when one's expectations of a relationship are not met. The singer has been thinking a lot about a person who used to be close to her, but now feels like a stranger. She is considering whether or not it's worth trying to reconnect with this person and catch up, but ultimately decides that maybe they are better off not knowing each other anymore. Throughout the song, the singer reflects on the past and questions why this person was not there for her during a difficult time, leading her to conclude that they are better off as strangers.


The line "Where were you when I was bleeding, Why'd you leave right when I needed you, Do you even know how it feels, To have to heal on your own" is particularly poignant, as it expresses the hurt and betrayal that the singer feels towards this person. She needed support and comfort during a difficult time, but instead was left to deal with her emotions alone. The repetition of this line throughout the song underscores the pain that the singer is feeling and the unanswered questions that she has.


Overall, "Strangers" is a powerful song about the complexities of relationships and the feelings of disappointment that can emerge when our expectations are not met. The lyrics are heartfelt and relatable, providing a window into the emotions that arise when we feel disconnected from someone who was once close to us.


Line by Line Meaning

You've been on my mind
I've been thinking about you a lot recently


Maybe it's time to say it to face to face
Perhaps it's time to have a conversation in person


A year went by
It's been a year since we last spoke


So many things changed but you, you feel the same to me
Despite all the changes, your presence hasn't changed


I thought you'd be there beside me
I assumed you would be supportive and present


I thought you'd meet her when I did
I thought you would meet my significant other at the same time I did


Now I'm just trying to figure out
I'm currently attempting to understand


Is it good as it is
Is the current situation satisfactory?


But Where were you when I was bleeding
Where were you when I needed emotional support?


Why'd you leave right when I needed you
Why did you depart when I needed you most?


Do you even know how it feels
Do you comprehend the feeling?


To have to heal on your own
To recover without assistance


Yeah maybe I should've known
Perhaps I was foolish for not realizing


That we're better off as strangers
That it's better for us to remain strangers


It still feels weird
It's strange and unsettling


I can't just call you up and tell you how we've been
I cannot simply pick up the phone and catch up with you


I had a feeling you'd let go
I had a suspicion that you would move on


When something better would come along
When a better opportunity or person presented itself


And look at where we are now
We're in a different situation now


Is it better as it is?
Is the current situation an improvement?


Better off as strangers
It's better for us to remain strangers


Where were you when I was bleeding
Where were you when I needed emotional support?


Why'd you leave right when I needed you
Why did you depart when I needed you most?


Do you even know how it feels
Do you comprehend the feeling?


To have to heal on your own
To recover without assistance


Yeah maybe I should've known
Perhaps I was foolish for not realizing


That we're better off as strangers
That it's better for us to remain strangers




Lyrics © Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN)
Written by: Alicia Moffet, Connor Seidel

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@jeremiejean5600

Cette chanson la frappe particulièrement fort 💔 Prestation incroyable d'une artiste 100% en maîtrise de sa voix et l'émotion!!! Elle est sur repeat ici à tout les jours haha 😂 Bravo tu est époustouflante

@meghanlafontaine3791

Seigneur c’est de loin la meilleure toune que j’ai entendu… j’en est des frissons, c’est incroyable !! Bravo Alicia pour ce projet, c’est MALADE J’ADORE ÇA 😍😍 merci pour ces belles chansons mais en particulier celle ci 🥰💖

@christophetessier2905

magnifique. définitivement ma chanson préférée.

@allanwind295

If you use a synth why do you call it unplugged? It's remarkable beautiful between the rotary reverb, clear vocals and stunning background.

@josianerochon3904

les frissons en ecoutant cette chanson bravo belle alicia <3

@lesmaidreamers6488

Tellement une belle chanson ❤️

@laurencelaboissonniere2927

Wow bravo! C’est magnifique ❤️

@austincorbeil7095

Tu a un vrais talent. Continue le bon travail

@ladyteh

My favorite song of yours ✨❤🙌

@emiliecayer14cayer68

Incroyablement extraordinaire 😭❤️

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