You Say
Blu Detiger Lyrics


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You say you love me with a love that won't stop
You'll be needing me forever, needing me forever
And I don't have the heart to break your heart
So, I'll lead you on forever, lead you on forever

Starting now
In the 1 AM, I'm still
Outside, we're alone now
You're starting to spill
But I had plans tonight
You don't wanna know
So I text him, "I can't come"
And let you walk me home

You say you love me with a love that won't stop
You'll be needing me forever, needing me forever
And I don't have the heart to break your heart
So, I'll lead you on forever, lead you on forever
You say you love me with a love that won't stop
You'll be needing me forever, needing me forever
And I don't have the heart to break your heart
So, I'll lead you on forever, lead you on forever

It's just a kiss
Probably not our last
We were young, now we're done
I can't go back to all that it was
We'll stay the same, but in a different way

You say you love me with a love that won't stop
You'll be needing me forever, needing me forever
And I don't have the heart to break your heart
So, I'll lead you on forever, lead you on forever
You say
You say
(You say)

You say you love me with a love that won't stop
You'll be needing me forever, needing me forever
And I don't have the heart to break your heart
So, I'll lead you on forever, lead you on forever
And ever, and ever, and ever, and ever

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Blu Detiger's song "You Say" delve into a complex and conflicting emotional dynamic between two individuals. The singer is confronted with someone who professes a deep and undying love, someone who claims they will need them forever. Despite the intensity of this declaration, the singer admits that they do not have the courage to hurt this person by breaking their heart. As a result, they find themselves caught in a cycle of leading this person on, perpetuating a facade of reciprocated feelings.


The narrative then takes a poignant turn as the scene shifts to a late-night encounter between the singer and their admirer. In a vulnerable moment under the cover of darkness, the admirer begins to share their feelings, perhaps pouring out their emotions in a way that exposes their genuine affection. However, the singer reveals their conflicting priorities by mentioning plans with someone else, someone they prioritize over this heartfelt confession. By choosing to prioritize these other plans and casually texting their excuse, the singer sends a message of detachment and disconnection.


The lyrics also touch upon the transient nature of relationships, particularly the fleeting moments of intimacy shared between the singer and their admirer. A simple kiss is acknowledged as a passing moment, hinting at the impermanence of their connection. The lyrics suggest a sense of finality, with the singer acknowledging that they cannot return to what once was. Despite this acknowledgment, a sense of lingering familiarity and continuity is evoked, hinting at a possibility of remaining intertwined in a different capacity, albeit in a changed form.


Ultimately, the song captures the internal struggle and moral dilemma of the singer as they navigate a situation where feelings are asymmetrical. The repeated chorus emphasizes the weight of the admirer's declarations of eternal love, juxtaposed with the singer's inability to reciprocate with the same depth of emotion. The phrase "I'll lead you on forever" carries a sense of resignation and guilt, painting a picture of a relationship bound by duty rather than genuine affection. The repetition of "and ever" at the end underscores the endless and potentially suffocating nature of the commitment being made, leaving the listener with a bittersweet reflection on the complexities of human connection.


Line by Line Meaning

You say you love me with a love that won't stop
You claim to love me unconditionally


You'll be needing me forever, needing me forever
You expect to rely on me indefinitely


And I don't have the heart to break your heart
I can't bring myself to hurt your feelings


So, I'll lead you on forever, lead you on forever
Therefore, I'll continue to give you false hope


It's just a kiss
Our interactions are superficial


Probably not our last
This may not be the final encounter


We were young, now we're done
Our relationship has come to an end


I can't go back to all that it was
I cannot return to the past


We'll stay the same, but in a different way
Our dynamic will remain, albeit altered




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Tabitha Blu DeTiger, Alexander Glantz, Nate Campany, Kyle Shearer

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@alanbauch2815

What a great use of effects! Sounded wild, Blu, real cool!

@peosea

Great song!

@tofulee5706

Love it Blu!

@zoezelni1757

Classically gorgeous

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@futuresmiles5797

what a 1-2 punch to close the album! Incredible 💙

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@tomford8286

Lose the auto tune.

@LagmasterB

Yeah dude it’s annoying. She’s so good without it.

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