Torn
Aly Aleigha Lyrics
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Sit cross-legged and stare at the stone
This is all I′ve ever been shown
But there's safety in my mundane little throne
And these cavern walls are all I′ve ever known
Staring at the shadows in the emptiness, alone
Yet I'm content to stay
There's something stirring in my core these days
My illusion has held me in his embrace
How can I trust what I don′t know?
This is all new, I′ve never felt this way before
And these cavern walls are all I've ever known
Staring at the shadows in the emptiness, alone
You′re making me feel brave
And at the same time I've never been so afraid
You′ve convinced me that there's more, if I just dare—
But what if you lead me from this cave and abandon me out there?
What if I love you fiercely but you come to scorn?
What if this sacred stony curtain then is torn?
I′m torn
I'm torn
I'm torn
I′m torn
I′m torn
You're making me feel brave
And at the same time I′ve never been so afraid
The lyrics to Aly Aleigha's song Torn in 2 describe a person who feels trapped in their mundane routine but is also hesitant to break free from it. The first verse expresses the idea that the person has only ever been shown one way of life, represented by the "stone" they are staring at, and while it may be safe, it is also limiting. The second verse starts to introduce the idea of change, with the person feeling a stirring in their core and questioning their illusion. However, despite feeling brave, they are also afraid of what changes may bring.
The chorus repeats the idea of being torn between two opposing emotions, bravery and fear. The person is torn between the safety of their mundane life and the unknown possibilities that come with change. The bridge raises the stakes and explores the potential consequences of making a change. Will the person be led away from their safe space only to be abandoned? Will love turn to scorn, and will the sacred "stony curtain" be torn?
Overall, the song deals with themes of fear and change, and the idea that it can be difficult to break free from a routine even when it is unsatisfying.
Line by Line Meaning
Remove the crust from my eyes and tiptoe down
Starting afresh with eyes clear and mind quiet
Sit cross-legged and stare at the stone
Meditating on what I know
This is all I've ever been shown
Stuck in a pattern of routine
But there's safety in my mundane little throne
Afraid to take risks that may lead to unknown
And these cavern walls are all I've ever known
Trapped in a confined space
Staring at the shadows in the emptiness, alone
Finding comfort in darkness and isolation
Yet I'm content to stay
Unwilling to leave my comfort zone
Afraid to wonder, to dream, afraid to break
Fearful of what may happen if I explore beyond
There's something stirring in my core these days
Feeling a sense of inner restlessness
My illusion has held me in his embrace
Realizing that my current state of mind is a self-made illusion
How can I trust what I don't know?
Uncertain about the unknown
This is all new, I've never felt this way before
Experiencing something that feels foreign
You're making me feel brave
Encouraging me to take risks and be courageous
And at the same time I've never been so afraid
Feeling a sense of fear despite newfound bravery
You've convinced me that there's more, if I just dare—
Feeling the lure of the unknown
But what if you lead me from this cave and abandon me out there?
Worried about being left alone and vulnerable outside of my comfort zone
What if I love you fiercely but you come to scorn?
Fear of rejection from the unknown
What if this sacred stony curtain then is torn?
Wondering what could be revealed if I step outside of my comfort zone
I'm torn
Experiencing an internal conflict between fear and curiosity
I'm torn
Feeling uncertain and conflicted
I'm torn
Being pulled in opposite directions
You're making me feel brave
Feeling empowered to take risks
And at the same time I've never been so afraid
Feeling a sense of fear despite newfound courage
Contributed by Ian N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.