The House
Amber Jay Lyrics
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I know she’s in there
Let me in the house
You don’t know who you’re talking to
In the house
Your cheeks look so grey
Your eyes leak silver paint
Are you in pain
Are you in pain
I see that you see me
We seem to not quite see
Eye to eye
In this life
That we lead
Come for me when you seek
Out her lies and I’ll bleed
Dry for you and
All of her deceits
So let me in the house
I know she’s in there
Let me in the house
I know what I’m walking into
Let me in the house
In the house
You believe what they say
You try to live in their way
And I won’t stay
I won’t stay
I see that you see me
We seem to not quite see
Eye to eye
In this life
That we lead
Come for me when you seek
Out her lies and I’ll bleed
Dry for you and
All of her deceits
Kiss me with your eyes wide open
And touch me only once
I’ve been craving all my life
To hold you one more time
Tell me not to go
And I won’t
And I won’t
Tell me not to go
And I won’t
Tell me not to go
And I won’t
And I won’t
Tell me not to go
And I won’t
The lyrics to "The House" by Amber Jay convey a plea for acceptance and understanding from someone who is desperate to be let into another person's life. The repeated refrain of "Let me in the house" signifies a desire to be allowed into the inner workings of someone's emotions and experiences. The repetition emphasizes the urgency and importance of this request.
The first verse suggests a sense of concern for the person inside the house, indicated by the mention of their gray cheeks and eyes leaking silver paint, which could symbolize sadness and vulnerability. The singer questions whether the person is in pain, highlighting their own empathy and desire to provide support. The line "You don't know who you're talking to" could imply that the singer understands the person's situation better than anyone else and wants them to recognize their understanding.
The second verse delves deeper into the strained connection between the singer and the person in the house. Despite the acknowledgement of their mutual recognition, the two individuals fail to truly understand each other. The line "We seem to not quite see eye to eye in this life that we lead" suggests a fundamental disconnect, possibly due to different perspectives or experiences. The singer offers their unwavering support in exposing the lies and deceit of someone else, willing to sacrifice themselves for the sake of the connection.
The bridge introduces a yearning for physical closeness and emotional intimacy. The singer longs for a deep connection by asking to be kissed with eyes wide open and touched only once. This desire stems from a lifetime of craving that specific connection, suggesting an intense longing and longing for closure.
The final repetition of "Tell me not to go, and I won't" reinforces the singer's willingness to stay and be present for the person inside the house. It reflects their devotion and determination to support and understand the other person, no matter the circumstances.
Overall, "The House" explores themes of connection, longing, empathy, and a desire to be accepted and understood.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me in the house
I am requesting permission to enter the house
I know she's in there
I am aware that she is present inside the house
You don't know who you're talking to
You lack knowledge about my identity and background
Your cheeks look so grey
Your face appears pale, possibly indicating distress or unhappiness
Your eyes leak silver paint
Your eyes are shedding tears that resemble silver paint
Are you in pain
Are you experiencing physical or emotional suffering
I see that you see me
I am aware that you are aware of my presence
We seem to not quite see eye to eye
We have difficulties understanding and agreeing with each other
In this life that we lead
In the way we navigate and experience our lives
Come for me when you seek
Approach me when you are looking for someone
Out her lies and I'll bleed
Expose the lies she tells, and I will suffer the consequences
Dry for you and all of her deceits
Endure the pain and deception caused by her actions
You believe what they say
You trust and accept the information conveyed by others
You try to live in their way
You make an effort to conform to their expectations and lifestyle
And I won't stay
I refuse to remain in this situation
I see that you see me
I acknowledge that you are aware of my presence
We seem to not quite see eye to eye
We have difficulties understanding and agreeing with each other
In this life that we lead
In the way we navigate and experience our lives
Come for me when you seek
Approach me when you are looking for someone
Out her lies and I'll bleed
Expose the lies she tells, and I will suffer the consequences
Dry for you and all of her deceits
Endure the pain and deception caused by her actions
Kiss me with your eyes wide open
Embrace me fully and sincerely
And touch me only once
Physically interact with me in a genuine and meaningful way just once
I've been craving all my life
I have desired intensely for a long time
To hold you one more time
To embrace you again
Tell me not to go
Instruct me not to leave
And I won't
I will comply with your request and stay
Tell me not to go
Instruct me not to leave
And I won't
I will comply with your request and stay
Tell me not to go
Instruct me not to leave
And I won't
I will comply with your request and stay
Tell me not to go
Instruct me not to leave
And I won't
I will comply with your request and stay
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Amber Jay Higgins
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@paulwatters8726
Great song. Your voice has the best bits of Hope Sandoval (Mazzy Star) and Dolores O'Riordan.
@iamamberjay
Thanks so much Paul !