Deadend
Banks Lyrics
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You don't talk to me any longer
There's something that I wanna know
As you leave me for good
I loved you even more
And from far away, you look stronger
Out of reach, you're just through the door
But it's steep on the hill
Love, there's a light
And now do you see in life
When it's not enough in mine?
I don't want another dead end
Get the shovel, I can dig in
You don't wanna admit it
Let me be the one who did it
I don't want another dead end
But I want a love to live it
You don't want to admit it
Let me be the one who killed it
Ooh, ooh, oh
I love you even though
It's like you never even wonder
And when I ask you, tell me no
It's too late to let the light in
Loving even though I'm keeping up
I'm keeping up, I can't appease you anymore
I can't afford to see you from below
I could squeeze, if you didn't believe that there was no room
Love, there's a light
And now do you see in life
When it's not enough in mine?
I don't want another dead end
Get the shovel, I can dig in
You don't wanna admit it
Let me be the one who did it
I don't want another dead end
But I want a love to live in
You don't want to admit it
Let me be the one who killed it
I'm done tryna write about you
But it gives me something to do
I've been diving for the past love
I'll try to write about you if you leave
I'm done, I'm done, I'm done lately if you leave
I'm done, I'm done, I'm done
Let me be the one who killed it
I'm done tryna write about you (I don't want another dead end)
(Get the shovel, I can dig in) But it gives me something to
I've been diving for the past love (if you don't wanna admit it)
I'll try to write about you if you leave (let me be the one who did it)
I'm done, I'm done, I'm done lately, if you leave (I don't want another dead end)
I'm done, I'm done, I'm done (if you don't wanna admit it)
Let me be the one who killed it
I don't want another dead end
Get the shovel, I can dig in
If you don't wanna admit it
Let me be the one who did it
I don't want another dead end
But I want a love to live it
If you don't wanna admit it
Let me be the one who killed it
The lyrics of the song "Deadend" by BANKS explore the complex emotions that arise from a deteriorating relationship. The singer expresses their unconditional love for someone, even though that person no longer communicates with them. Despite this distance, the singer yearns for answers and closure as the person moves on from their relationship. The mention of the person looking stronger from afar suggests that they are putting on a facade to hide their true emotions or struggles.
The chorus delves into the singer's frustration and desire for a healthy and fulfilling love. They express their refusal to settle for another dead end, indicating that they have experienced failed relationships before. The line "get the shovel, I can dig in" suggests their determination to confront and address the issues at hand. However, the person they love seems reluctant to acknowledge their own feelings or take responsibility for the relationship's demise. The singer wants to be the one to highlight and admit the truth, possibly to help them both move on.
In the following verses, the singer continues to express their love and frustration, highlighting the lack of wonder or curiosity on the part of the person they love. Despite their attempts to engage with them, the person stubbornly refuses to let the light back into their connection, symbolizing a resistance to repair the relationship. The line "I can't afford to see you from below" suggests that the singer is tired of feeling inferior or neglected. They long for acceptance and reassurance that there is space for them in the person's life.
The bridge of the song reflects the singer's struggle to let go of writing about their failed relationship. It becomes a coping mechanism, giving them a sense of purpose and occupying their time. However, they admit that they are tired of constantly diving into the past, indicating a desire to move on. The repetition of "I'm done" emphasizes their determination to finally let go, asserting that they don't want to be the one holding onto a dead-end connection.
In summary, "Deadend" by BANKS portrays the singer's unwavering love for someone who has distanced themselves emotionally. They yearn for answers and closure while expressing frustration with the relationship's lack of fulfillment. The song ultimately explores the singer's conflict between their desire for a healthy love and their struggle to let go and move on from a relationship that has reached a dead end.
Line by Line Meaning
I love you even though
Despite the circumstances, my love for you remains unchanged
You don't talk to me any longer
Our communication has ceased
There's something that I wanna know
There is a question I need to ask
As you leave me for good
You are permanently walking away from me
I loved you even more
My love for you intensified
And from far away, you look stronger
When observed from a distance, you seem more resilient
Out of reach, you're just through the door
Although physically near, you seem emotionally distant
But it's steep on the hill
The situation is difficult and challenging
Love, there's a light
Love has its own ray of hope
And now do you see in life
Have you discovered the true essence of existence?
When it's not enough in mine?
When the love we share is insufficient for me?
I don't want another dead end
I desire a relationship that leads to fulfillment, not a stagnant situation
Get the shovel, I can dig in
I am willing to put effort and work into making the relationship thrive
You don't wanna admit it
You refuse to acknowledge the reality
Let me be the one who did it
Allow me to take responsibility for the relationship's demise
But I want a love to live it
However, I yearn for a love that is genuine and alive
I love you even though
Despite the circumstances, my love for you remains unchanged
It's like you never even wonder
It seems as if you never question or ponder
And when I ask you, tell me no
When I seek an answer, you respond negatively
It's too late to let the light in
It is now past the point where hope can be restored
Loving even though I'm keeping up
Continuing to love even when I struggle to keep pace
I'm keeping up, I can't appease you anymore
I am exhausted from trying to please you without success
I can't afford to see you from below
I cannot bear to be in a position of inferiority compared to you
I could squeeze, if you didn't believe that there was no room
I could make space for us if you were willing to believe it
I'm done tryna write about you
I am finished trying to write about you
But it gives me something to do
However, it provides me with a fulfilling activity
I've been diving for the past love
I have been delving into past memories of love
I'll try to write about you if you leave
If you choose to depart, I will attempt to write about you
I'm done, I'm done, I'm done lately if you leave
Lately, I have reached a point where I am completely done if you choose to leave
Let me be the one who killed it
Grant me the role of ending the relationship
I don't want another dead end
I desire a relationship that leads to fulfillment, not a stagnant situation
If you don't wanna admit it
If you refuse to acknowledge the truth
Let me be the one who did it
Allow me to take responsibility for the relationship's demise
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ben Samir Darwish, Henry Laufer, Jillian Banks
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Grace Garcia
"Deadend"
I love you even though you don't talk to me any longer
There's something that I wanna know, did you leave me for good?
I loved you even more and from far away you look stronger
Out of reach your just through the door but it's steep on the hill
Love, there's a light
And how do you see your life?
When it's not enough in mine
I don't want another dead end, get the shovel I could dig in
You don't wanna admit it, let me be the one who did it
I don't want another dead end but I want a love to live in
If you don't wanna admit it, let me be the one who killed it
I love you even though it's like you never even wonder
And when I ask you tell me no, it's too late to let the light in
Love ain't even though I'm keeping up, I'm keeping up
I can't appease you anymore, I can't afford to see you from below
I could squeeze if you didn't believe that there was no room
Love, there's a light
And how do you see your life?
When it's not enough in mine
I don't want another dead end, get the shovel I could dig in
You don't wanna admit it, let me be the one who did it
I don't want another dead end but I want a love to live in
If you don't wanna admit it, let me be the one who killed it
I'm done tryna write about you
But it gives me something to do, I've been diving for the past, oh
I'm tired of writing about you if you leave
I'm done, I'm done, arms are empty if you leave
I'm done, I'm done, I'm done
(Let me be the one who killed it)
I'm done tryna write about you (I don't want another dead end, get the shovel I could dig in)
But it gives me something to do, I've been diving for the past, oh (You don't wanna admit it, let me be the one who did it)
I'm tired of writing about you if you leave (I don't want another dead end)
I'm done, I'm done (But I want a love to live in) arms are empty if you leave
I'm done, I'm done (If you don't wanna admit it), I'm done (Let me be the one who killed it)
I don't want another dead end, get the shovel I could dig in
You don't wanna admit it, let me be the one who did it
I don't want another dead end but I want a love to live in
If you don't wanna admit it, let me be the one who killed it
Cody Holmes
I’ve never loved an artists work as much as I Love you, banks. Aspiring to get every single vinyl you’ve ever released or ever will.
Raeana Vasquez
Can’t wait for the album release Saturday, so I can listen to every song on repeat & know all the words when I see you on tour 🐍🖤
Raeana Vasquez
@abcdefu no idea where I got the 9th from hahaha
Thanks!!
abcdefu
friday :))
T'Rai Roberts
Have been a fan since the very beginning and I still continue to be impressed every single time you release new music! Each song holds a special place in my heart and I can’t wait to experience some of them in concert when you come to Canada! Looking forward to these next months flying by so I can see you!! <3 Love you loads
Higor Neves
this song is deep and hit me so much i'm crying, i can't stop to crying
Higor Neves
@ctrain beats thank you I'll be :')
ctrain beats
you gonna be aight. <3
Céli
Damn she's such a good lyricist 😭
indiepunkftw
Another song she seems to have plucked straight from the deepest depths of my soul. Truly captivating and beautiful music