Disarm
AllttA Lyrics
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When you're holding me
When you're holding me
When you're holding me
Yeah, whoever told you love is simple is a liar
Whoever told you peace is easy don't admire
I wanna hold you but I can't control the fire
Desire turn to thee Sire, turns into a quiet old man full of white hair
Thought we had it all planned out in the high chair
But even then everything was a flight, yeah
Peas and carrots, what we inherit
I see the merit in displeasing parents
No need to sugar coat it
I see the need for being married
But who would condone it?
When your dreams are being buried
And it seems you've been disowned
I say, "Hold on to that little piece of you that's still upon you"
Blink twice and where's it gone to
Think twice but what it gone do?
If this the type of life you prone to
Just let it own you, I'm saying
In our youth, who are we?
Can I hold you close without losing me?
In our youth, who are we?
Can I hold you close without losing me?
So how am I gonna hold you when this love is so disarming?
Thought I was so lucky 'cause you told me I was charming
What? Nobody told you making money is a problem?
For a rapper, ain't that funny how it's always so alarming?
Same with actors, same with authors
All the same, just blame the artist
Heart of martyr'd poets pardon
I'm an odd man always starving for attention
Tens of thousands could've mentioned I am worthy
But I'm thirsty, not an ounce of you could quench it
I'm defenseless, I'm always swinging for the fences
Yeah, I'm always swinging for the fences
I'm always swinging for the fences, I'm always swinging
Tryna hold on to this feeling while believing in this journey
It won't hurt me more than needed, it won't heal me in a hurry
I just wanna call it even, but you're leaving me defenseless
I'm always swinging
In our youth, who are we?
Can I hold you close without losing me?
(When you're holding me)
(When you're holding me)
In our youth, who are we?
Can I hold you close without losing me?
In our youth, who are we?
Can I hold you close without losing me?
The lyrics in AllttA's song "Disarm" explore the complexities and challenges of love and relationships. The singer challenges the notion that love and peace are simple and easy. Instead, he admits that holding onto love can be a burning fire that cannot be controlled. The singer speaks of the difficulties of balancing his own desires with the desires of his partner. He acknowledges that life is not always planned out and that relationships can be a struggle.
The singer also speaks of the challenges of being an artist, and the pressures that come with making a living from creative pursuits. The lyrics suggest that it is not always easy to follow one's dreams, and there may be sacrifices involved. The singer is constantly fighting for attention and recognition, but never feels completely satisfied.
The chorus repeats the question, "In our youth, who are we? Can I hold you close without losing me?" This question seems to suggest that the singer is struggling to maintain his sense of self while being in a relationship. He worries that being too close to his partner will cause him to lose his identity. The lyrics suggest that love and relationships are not always easy or straightforward, and that finding balance and maintaining a sense of self can be a challenge.
Line by Line Meaning
When you're holding me
Repetition of the phrase to emphasize the closeness between the two people
Yeah, whoever told you love is simple is a liar
Love is not easy as it is believed to be, and whoever said it is, was lying
Whoever told you peace is easy don't admire
Peace is not easy to achieve and those who do not struggle for it must not be respected
I wanna hold you but I can't control the fire
The passion between the two people is strong and uncontrollable
They'll find us burning, ain't no putting out that light, yea
No one can intervene to stop the love and passion the two people share
Desire turn to thee Sire, turns into a quiet old man full of white hair
Desire can turn into an obsession and take control of a person's life as they age
Thought we had it all planned out in the high chair
The two people thought they had their future mapped out but it turned out to be different
But even then everything was a flight, yeah
Even from a young age, nothing was stable or secure
Peas and carrots, what we inherit
The things we inherit from our families are like the basic ingredients in a meal
I see the merit in displeasing parents
Sometimes going against what the parents want can bring positive outcomes
No need to sugar coat it
There is no need to make the situation seem better than it truly is
I see the need for being married
The desire to get married and have a family
But who would condone it?
Who would approve of such actions
When your dreams are being buried
When a person's aspirations are being suppressed and not attainable
And it seems you've been disowned
When the people around you have pushed you away and do not accept the real you
I say, "Hold on to that little piece of you that's still upon you"
Do not completely let go of the person you truly are, hold onto that part of you
Blink twice and where's it gone to
Your true self can be lost in the blink of an eye
Think twice but what it gone do?
Even with careful thought, it might not change the outcome
If this the type of life you prone to
If this is the life someone is destined for
Just let it own you, I'm saying
Embrace it and let it control your life
So how am I gonna hold you when this love is so disarming?
The strong emotions between the two people make it difficult to be close and hold each other
Thought I was so lucky 'cause you told me I was charming
The artist thought they were lucky to have the other person's affection because of their charm
What? Nobody told you making money is a problem?
The struggles of making a living as a rapper and how it can be problematic
For a rapper, ain't that funny how it's always so alarming?
It is ironic how making money can still be a challenge, even for a successful rapper
Same with actors, same with authors
Similar issues arise in other professions such as acting and writing
All the same, just blame the artist
Artists are often blamed for the problems in their profession
Heart of martyr'd poets pardon
Forgive the poets who sacrifice a lot for their art
I'm an odd man always starving for attention
The artist feels like an outsider, seeking attention and validation from others
Tens of thousands could've mentioned I am worthy
Many people may appreciate their work, but the artist still feels unfulfilled
But I'm thirsty, not an ounce of you could quench it
The singer is still searching for something to quench their thirst, but the other person cannot fill that void
I'm defenseless, I'm always swinging for the fences
The singer is vulnerable and always striving for greatness
Tryna hold on to this feeling while believing in this journey
The artist wants to keep the emotions alive while still believing in their path
It won't hurt me more than needed, it won't heal me in a hurry
The journey may be painful, but it will not hurt more than necessary, nor will it heal quickly
I just wanna call it even, but you're leaving me defenseless
The artist wants to make amends, but the other person leaving makes it difficult
In our youth, who are we?
Exploration of self-identity in youthful years
Can I hold you close without losing me?
The fear of losing oneself in a relationship while still being close to the other person
Writer(s): Jason Cristopher Medeiros, Sylvain Richard
Contributed by Eva M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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