Caught Up
Ariel Arbisser Lyrics
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It feels so right distilling all my fears
Getting lost in the conversation
I'm falling victim to your persuasion
I should watch it
Don't know if I can take the hit
Oh, can't get my mind off his smile
(Don't get caught up)
Oh baby, don't be holding my hand
Oh honey, 'cause I don't need a man
Oh darling, don't be making demands
I'm gonna get what I want and you ain't part of the plan
You might think you know me to my core,
But I'm not the woman that you knew before
I can't be me until I let you go
I gotta get out before I lose control
Watch me walk away, boy
I won't be another toy
Oh, gotta get your smile off my mind
So I won't give you the time
(Don't get caught up)
Oh baby, don't be holding my hand
Oh honey, 'cause I don't need a man
Oh darling, don't be making demands
I'm gonna get what I want and you ain't part of the plan
So you say "Why leave now, look at what we've found"
But I won't cry, so I gotta say "Goodbye"
Let me go now
(Don't get caught up)
Oh baby, don't be holding my hand
Oh honey, 'cause I don't need a man
Oh darling, don't be making demands
I'm gonna get what I want and you ain't part of the plan
(Don't get caught up)
Oh baby, don't be holding my hand
Oh honey, 'cause I don't need a man
Oh darling, don't be making demands
I'm gonna get what I want and you ain't part of the plan
(Don't get caught up)
Oh baby, don't be holding my hand
Oh honey, 'cause I don't need a man
Oh darling, don't be making demands
I'm gonna get what I want and you ain't part of the plan
In the song "Caught Up" by Ariel Arbisser, the lyrics depict a situation where the singer reconnects with someone from their past after a long time apart. The initial feeling is one of excitement and it seems to validate their fears and insecurities. The singer becomes engrossed in the conversation, getting lost in it and falling under the influence of the other person's persuasion. However, they have some reservations and express the need to be cautious and not get too involved, fearing the potential consequences.
The chorus acts as a reminder to the singer to maintain their independence and not become overly dependent on this person. They assert that they don't need a man to define their worth or make their decisions. The lyrics emphasize the singer's determination to pursue their own goals and desires, excluding this person from their plans. The repeated line "Don't get caught up" serves as a mantra to stay focused and not lose themselves in the allure of the connection.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that the other person may think they know them well, but they've changed and evolved since they last knew each other. The singer realizes that they can't truly be themselves until they let go of this connection. They express the need to regain control before they become too attached and lose their sense of self.
In the bridge, the other person tries to convince the singer to stay, highlighting what they've found and the potential benefits of their reconnection. However, the singer remains resolute in their decision and asserts their need to say goodbye. They affirm the need to break free and move on.
The final repetition of the chorus strengthens the singer's determination not to be swayed, once again emphasizing their independence and desire to fulfill their own desires without the interference of this person. Overall, "Caught Up" reflects the struggle of reuniting with someone from the past and the internal conflict between wanting to give in to the connection and staying true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
We reconnect after all these years
After years of being apart, we have finally come back together again.
It feels so right distilling all my fears
When we are together, all my fears seem to be lifted or minimized.
Getting lost in the conversation
Engaging in deep, immersive conversation with you.
I'm falling victim to your persuasion
I am being easily influenced or swayed by your persuasive words or actions.
I should watch it
I need to be cautious or careful in this situation.
Don't know if I can take the hit
Uncertain if I can handle the consequences or emotional impact of this relationship.
Oh, can't get my mind off his smile
I cannot stop thinking about the impact of your smile on me.
He's driving me wild
Your presence or actions are arousing intense emotions or desire within me.
Oh baby, don't be holding my hand
Please refrain from trying to physically connect with me in a romantic way.
Oh honey, 'cause I don't need a man
I am independent and capable of taking care of myself, I do not rely on a man for fulfillment.
Oh darling, don't be making demands
Do not impose your desires or expectations on me.
I'm gonna get what I want and you ain't part of the plan
I am determined to achieve my goals or desires, and your involvement is not included in my plans.
You might think you know me to my core,
You may believe that you have a deep understanding of who I really am,
But I'm not the woman that you knew before
But I have changed and evolved into a different person than the one you previously knew.
I can't be me until I let you go
I can only truly be myself once I detach myself from you.
I gotta get out before I lose control
I need to remove myself from this situation before I lose my ability to manage or handle it.
Watch me walk away, boy
Observe as I leave and remove myself from your presence, boy.
I won't be another toy
I refuse to be treated as a plaything or object of amusement.
Oh, gotta get your smile off my mind
I must find a way to stop thinking about the impact of your smile on me.
So I won't give you the time
I will not allow you to consume or occupy my time or attention.
So you say "Why leave now, look at what we've found"
You are questioning why I want to leave when it seems like we have something significant.
But I won't cry, so I gotta say "Goodbye"
Despite the emotional difficulty, I will not shed tears, and I need to say farewell.
Let me go now
Allow me to depart from this relationship or situation immediately.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Ariel Arbisser, Crawford Doran, Harry Nichols, Nate Tao, Robert Dietz
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