By Your Side
Ask Elliot Lyrics
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She tried to get into my mind
Plays games she likes to control me
Take charge and be the only
Can't say that I want to be here
Stuck in my nightmare I see her
Nowhere to run you surround me
Right there you're trapped in my memories .
She thinks she's the one
Her mouth is a gun
I just can't outrun .
And I will always be by your side
Even though I know you won't be mine
And I've been trying to turn the tide
But I get washed away every time .
I can't seem to escape her
'Cause she's got me wrapped round her fingers
I'm just a piece on the chess board
But I just want to be played more
I can't seem to forget her
When I think she's all I remember
Clouded my mind and my eyesight
'Cause she's all I see in the night-time .
She thinks she's the one
Her mouth is a gun
I just can't outrun .
And I will always be by your side
Even though I know you won't be mine
And I've been trying to turn the tide
But I get washed away every time .
You see I'd drop what I'm doing
To come and help you and
I know you'll just play your games
I try to affect I can't interest you
Cause everyone does the same .
By your side
By your side
By your side
I will always be by your
By your side
By your side
By your side .
And I will always be by your side
Even though I know you won't be mine
And I've been trying to turn the tide
But I get washed away every time .
You see I'd drop what I'm doing
To come and help you and
I know you'll just play your games
You see I try to affect I can't interest you
Cause everyone does the same .
And I will always be by your side
Even though I know you won't be mine
The lyrics to "By Your Side" by Ask Elliot depict a troubled relationship where the singer is caught in a toxic cycle with someone who has a tendency to manipulate and control. The first verse sets the scene, with the singer admitting to lying and feeling trapped in their own nightmare. They acknowledge the overwhelming presence of this person, who seems to surround them and exists only in their memories. It highlights the intense grip this individual has on the singer's thoughts and emotions.
The chorus reinforces the singer's commitment to stay by this person's side, despite knowing they will never truly belong to them. This could suggest a sense of emotional dependence or a willingness to endure suffering for the sake of being in their presence. The singer expresses a desire to change the dynamics of the relationship ("turn the tide"), but feels repeatedly overwhelmed and unable to escape the influence of this person.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's struggle to break free from this person's control. They feel trapped and manipulated, comparing themselves to a mere chess piece in a larger game. Despite wanting to be played with and acknowledged more by this person, they cannot forget the hold this person has over them. The line about clouded sight and seeing only this person in the night-time emphasizes their inability to see beyond the toxic relationship.
The bridge reveals the singer's willingness to drop everything and help this person, despite knowing they will only engage in manipulative games. There is a sense of a one-sided relationship, where the singer's efforts are in vain. They feel incapable of capturing this person's interest or affecting them in any meaningful way because everyone else experiences the same outcome.
The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, reinforcing the singer's unwavering commitment to stay by this person's side, even though they know they will never truly possess them. It reflects a complex emotional struggle, where the singer acknowledges the toxic nature of the relationship but remains unable to let go.
Overall, "By Your Side" portrays the turmoil and frustration within a toxic relationship where one person holds power and control over the other, causing the singer to navigate a cycle of deception, manipulation, and emotional entanglement.
Line by Line Meaning
I've lied and it's not the first time
I have been dishonest in the past, and this is not the first instance of it.
She tried to get into my mind
She made attempts to understand my thoughts and emotions.
Plays games she likes to control me
She engages in manipulative behavior, enjoying the power she has over me.
Take charge and be the only
She desires dominance and exclusivity in our relationship.
Can't say that I want to be here
I cannot honestly express my desire to be in this situation.
Stuck in my nightmare I see her
I feel trapped in a distressing situation, always reminded of her presence.
Nowhere to run you surround me
I feel trapped and unable to escape as she surrounds me.
Right there you're trapped in my memories
She is constantly present in my memories, trapping me in the past.
She thinks she's the one
She believes she is the most important person in my life.
Her mouth is a gun
Her words have a powerful and destructive impact on me.
I just can't outrun
I am unable to escape or avoid the consequences of her actions.
And I will always be by your side
I am committed to supporting and being there for you unconditionally.
Even though I know you won't be mine
Despite knowing that we cannot be together romantically or exclusively.
And I've been trying to turn the tide
I have been making efforts to change the course of our relationship.
But I get washed away every time
However, my attempts are futile as I am continuously overwhelmed or overpowered.
I can't seem to escape her
I find it impossible to break free from her influence.
'Cause she's got me wrapped round her fingers
She has complete control and manipulation over me.
I'm just a piece on the chess board
I feel like a pawn being moved around at her discretion.
But I just want to be played more
However, I desire more engagement and attention from her.
I can't seem to forget her
I am unable to erase her from my thoughts or memories.
When I think she's all I remember
In my mind, she is the only thing I can recall or think about.
Clouded my mind and my eyesight
She has caused confusion and blurred my ability to perceive clearly.
'Cause she's all I see in the night-time
During the night, she dominates my thoughts and occupies my mind.
You see I'd drop what I'm doing
I would interrupt or abandon my current activities.
To come and help you and
To assist and support you unconditionally.
I know you'll just play your games
However, I am aware that you will continue to manipulate and deceive me.
I try to affect I can't interest you
Despite my attempts to influence or captivate you, I fail to grab your attention.
Cause everyone does the same
Because I am just like everyone else in your eyes, with no distinguishing qualities.
By your side
Staying close to you, supporting and being there for you.
I will always be by your
My commitment to being by your side is unwavering.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Archie Rimmer, Liam Shields, Ream Radomes, Tom Houghton
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