Bittersweet
Blue Eyed Giants Lyrics

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How does it feel
Now we′ve crossed over
This doesn't seem real
To win is to lose
And it′s hard to see
But what will be will be

It's bittersweet

It's bittersweet

I wanted more
You saw it coming
And opened the door
I let myself out
It′s hard to see
But what will be will be

It′s bitter...

Did you want it to turn out this way
It tastes bittersweet
It tastes bittersweet

Did you want it to turn out this way
It tastes bittersweet
It tastes bittersweet
Sacrifices were necessary
But this love hurts to sever
And you'll be gone forever

We tried everything
We tried everything
We did nothing wrong

Did you want it to turn out this way
It tastes bittersweet
It tastes bittersweet
Sacrifices were necessary

But this love hurts to sever
And you′ll be gone forever

Overall Meaning

In the song "Bittersweet," by Blue Eyed Giants, the lyrics describe the feelings a person has after a break-up. The lines "It's bittersweet, it's bittersweet," indicate that although the person may have wanted more from the relationship, they understand that things happen for a reason, and they must accept the outcome. This sentiment is reinforced in the stanza "To win is to lose, and it's hard to see, but what will be will be." The lyrics suggest that the person realizes that some things are outside their control and no matter how hard they try, they cannot change the outcome. It's clear that the person is hurting but is trying to come to terms with the reality of the situation.

The chorus repeats the lyrics "Did you want it to turn out this way? It tastes bittersweet," emphasizing that both parties must have known that the relationship was headed towards an end, but it doesn't make the situation any less painful. The final stanza, "We tried everything, we tried everything, we did nothing wrong," indicates that the break-up was not due to any individual's fault but rather that sometimes things don't work out, no matter how hard we try.

Overall, "Bittersweet" is a poignant portrayal of the emotions and thoughts a person experiences after a break-up. It shows that even when things don't go as we plan, we must accept the outcome and move forward, knowing that we did our best.

Line by Line Meaning

How does it feel
Asking the listener how they feel after having gone through a significant change or experience.

Now we've crossed over
Acknowledging that a change or crossed boundary has been made.

This doesn't seem real
Feeling a sense of disbelief or unbelongingness in the new situation.

To win is to lose
Recognizing that with some victories or achievements, there are also losses or sacrifices that come with it.

And it's hard to see
Acknowledging the difficulty in perceiving and understanding the situation.

But what will be will be
Accepting that certain things are out of our control and will happen as they are meant to.

It's bittersweet
Describing the complex and mixed emotions that come with a significant change or loss.

I wanted more
Admitting one's selfish desire for more or different outcomes.

You saw it coming
Recognizing that someone else may have had more insight or foresight into the situation.

And opened the door
Allowing the opportunity for the change or loss to occur.

I let myself out
Taking ownership of one's decision to leave or exit the situation.

Did you want it to turn out this way?
Questioning whether the listener intended or expected the situation to unfold in this manner.

It tastes bittersweet
Using metaphor to describe the complex and mixed emotions of the situation.

Sacrifices were necessary
Acknowledging that certain sacrifices and difficult decisions were required in order for the situation to unfold or for goals to be achieved.

But this love hurts to sever
Describing the deep emotional pain and difficulty of letting go of a strong attachment or bond.

And you'll be gone forever
Acknowledging the finality and permanence of the situation and loss.

We tried everything
Asserting that one gave their best effort and did all they could to make the situation succeed.

We did nothing wrong
Asserting that the situation's failure or loss was not due to any mistake or fault on one's part.

Contributed by Nicholas I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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