Chains
Arena Tina Lyrics
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As if they're made of cold, cold steel
A simple kiss like a turnin' key
A little click and the lock's on me
Can't move my arms, can't lift my hands
I won't admit to where I am
But I know baby, I'm in chains I'm in chains
I pretend I can always leave
But then the sound of my desperate calls
Echo off these dungeon walls
I've crossed the line from mad to sane
A thousand times and back again
I love you baby, I'm in chains I'm in chains
I'm in chains I'm in chains
Should have known passing through the gate
That once inside I could not escape
I never thought this could happen to me
Never thought this is where I'd be
But baby, baby, baby, look at me
Baby, baby, look at me, I'm in chains I'm in chains
I never thought this is where I'd be
Never thought this could happen to me
In Arena Tina's song "Chains," the lyrics explore the complex emotions and feelings that come with being in a relationship that is controlling and suffocating. The song uses metaphors to describe the experience of being trapped in an unhealthy relationship, using the image of cold metal chains to represent the emotional and physical constraints that are placed on the singer. The opening lines, "Your arms are warm but they make me feel/As if they're made of cold, cold steel" set the tone for the rest of the song, highlighting the paradox of feeling simultaneously comforted and oppressed by the embrace of the other person.
The lyrics go on to describe the idea of being locked up and unable to leave the situation, with the singer feeling trapped and powerless. Even though they know they should leave, the pull of their partner's love and the fear of the unknown keep them stuck in the cycle of abuse. The singer describes how they have tried to break free but are always pulled back, switching between a sense of madness and sanity as they struggle to cope with their circumstances.
The final verses of the song reflect on the singer's feelings of disbelief that they have ended up in this situation. They express surprise and sadness that they never thought this could happen to them, highlighting the fact that anyone can find themselves trapped in a toxic relationship. The song captures the emotional turmoil of being in chains, both physically and metaphorically.
Line by Line Meaning
Your arms are warm but they make me feel
Your physical embrace brings comfort, but emotionally I feel trapped and restricted.
As if they're made of cold, cold steel
Despite the physical warmth, emotionally the embrace feels cold and unyielding.
A simple kiss like a turnin' key
Even a small gesture such as a kiss gives the impression of unlocking a part of me that was previously contained.
A little click and the lock's on me
With that small act, I feel trapped and helpless, as if the lock has been put on me.
Can't move my arms, can't lift my hands
I am unable to physically move, which mirrors my emotional state of feeling restricted and stuck.
I won't admit to where I am
I can't bring myself to admit to the depth of my emotional entrapment and helplessness.
But I know baby, I'm in chains I'm in chains
Despite my reluctance to admit it, I am aware that I am emotionally trapped and unable to escape.
I pretend I can always leave
I try to convince myself that I have the freedom to leave whenever I want.
Free to go whenever I please
I convince myself that I have ultimate control over my situation and can leave if I choose to.
But then the sound of my desperate calls
When I try to leave, I am met with the reality of my situation, which feels hopeless and desperate.
Echo off these dungeon walls
This reinforces the feeling that I am trapped, like a prisoner in a dungeon, with no way out.
I've crossed the line from mad to sane
I have gone back and forth so many times in my head that I can't even distinguish what is real anymore.
A thousand times and back again
I have tried to convince myself that I am okay, but I keep returning to the same emotional place, unable to break free.
I love you baby, I'm in chains I'm in chains
Despite the emotional torment, I am still in love with this person and feel trapped in my emotions.
Should have known passing through the gate
I should have seen the warning signs and known that once I entered this relationship, I would be trapped emotionally.
That once inside I could not escape
By entering this relationship, I have inadvertently trapped myself and now feel unable to escape it.
I never thought this could happen to me
I never envisioned myself being in this situation, which adds to the feeling of trapped surprise.
Never thought this is where I'd be
I am bewildered by my situation and can't believe this is my reality.
But baby, baby, baby, look at me
Despite all of this, I am still in love with this person and find it difficult to break free of the emotional entanglement.
Baby, baby, look at me, I'm in chains I'm in chains
I am vocalizing my internal torment and emotional entrapment to this person, even though I am still in love with them.
I never thought this is where I'd be
I am still in disbelief about my situation and find it difficult to comprehend how I got here.
Never thought this could happen to me
I never anticipated being emotionally trapped like this, which only adds to my distress.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONEXION MEDIA GROUP, INC.
Written by: TINA ARENA, PAM RESWICK, PAMELA RESWICK, STEVE WERFEL
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@usernametaken6566
Ftr. I am a man. This song speaks to me.
I'm not a wimp... 'i love you baby'.
But it's such a great song.
I wish i could say we've all been there .
I'm there. There is no rational escape.
At my time of life, there really is no escape.
...and the sense of desperation is exquisitely encapsulated in this song.
Tina... i have followed your career.
This is your best work.
I doubt you follow these comments, but believe me, you have touched me tonight.
@jasimm476
2024, who's with me
@dwiputrisutanto1945
Right here
@Talabira
❤
@louiseevans3510
2024 born 82, still loving this. It has a pivotal place in my psyche.
@linchuankawa
I remember it was when I was 13, around 1996, my dad took me to a record store and said that I could pick up a cassette tape. I looked around for ages, couldn't make up my mind. And finally I was attracted by her album cover, and picked it up. The first song that I listened to was this one, still remember it very well until this day.
@evaburnz
Feels like I was there with you, such nostalgia makes me feel all sorts of emotive impact..
This age of instant gratification is killing me..
@user-ef5id9km3p
2022 and literally still one of my all time favourite songs. That voice. One in a million.
@103longshaw
One of my most favourite songs!!
@Kt-cn2rq
Should go listen to her 2021 new years damn she still sounds the damn same.
@martinshaw7081
@@Kt-cn2rq bet that was amazing 😁