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Bishop Briggs Lyrics

Funny how a blessing feels just like a curse
The singer is commenting on the irony that sometimes what appears to be a positive thing can actually turn out to have negative consequences.

Bad lovers but somehow good love hurts me worse
The singer is acknowledging that even though she's experienced relationship struggles in the past, they are still preferable to the pain of being in love.

'Cause lately I'm mistakin' honey for the bees
The singer is struggling to distinguish between good things (honey) and bad things (bees), suggesting that she may be making some poor choices.

Havin' trouble sleepin' with you next to me
The artist is having difficulty sleeping because she's afraid of what might happen if she falls too deeply in love with her partner.

I sink in you like water
The artist is emphasizing how deeply she feels connected to her partner, comparing it to the sensation of sinking into water.

Pray you won't pull me under
The singer is expressing her fear that her intense feelings for her partner could become overwhelming and lead to her own downfall.

One look and I die
The singer is saying that her partner has such a powerful effect on her that even a single glance is enough to make her feel intense emotions.

Heaven in your eyes
The artist is expressing the belief that her partner's love is so pure and perfect that it's like heaven on earth.

Hell hot in the white lies
The artist is acknowledging that there are some aspects of the relationship that are hurtful and damaging, even though she wants to believe that everything is perfect.

I dive in you like water
The artist is emphasizing that she is fully committed to her partner and willing to go all in on the relationship.

I sink like a
The singer is drawing a parallel between how deeply she feels for her partner and the sensation of sinking in water.

Stone in your water
The artist is acknowledging that her partner's love is not always easy to navigate and can be tumultuous like a rock in a body of water.

Tell the truth, you know you cannot keep me safe
The singer is acknowledging that there is always risk involved in relationships and that it's not her partner's responsibility to protect her at all times.

There's more pain in love than we could find in hate
The singer is acknowledging that love can be painful, but it is still worth experiencing, even though it's easy to think that hate would be preferable.

Lately I've been keepin' honey from the bees
The singer is trying to protect herself from potential harm by avoiding things that she perceives as being too sweet or good to be true.

So if you ever leave, at least it's bittersweet
The artist is preparing herself for the possibility that the relationship may not last, but she wants to take solace in the fact that even though it will be sad, there will still be some happy memories to cherish.

Be gentle with me
The artist is asking her partner to treat her with kindness, recognizing that she is vulnerable and that the relationship can easily become overwhelming.

Have patience with me
The singer is requesting that her partner be willing to wait and allow the relationship to progress at a pace that is comfortable for her.

Oh, 'cause I've been in the corner
The singer is acknowledging that she has felt trapped and confined by her own fears and insecurities.

Of my mind that tells me
The artist is recognizing that the limitations she is experiencing are primarily mental, and not necessarily reflective of reality.

I'm not good enough
The artist is expressing the self-doubt and negative self-talk that can sometimes creep into our minds, even when we know better.

For anybody like you
The artist is saying that even though she has these insecurities, she knows that her partner is special and deserving of someone who is confident in their worth.

Help me out
The singer is acknowledging that she could use some support and assistance in overcoming her fears and insecurities.

You know I need you like water (I do)
The artist is emphasizing how important her partner is to her and how much she relies on them to help her navigate the challenges of life.