Breathing
Bo Saris; Chase & Status Lyrics
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But I can try to figure out, yeah
You don't answer my questions
Instead you turn your head around
Suddenly you started crying
You took my hand and held me tight
I know words couldn't describe it
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
Makes me stop breathing
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
And made it stop beating
I just can't believe what I'm reading
She left a note and run away
Couldn't be more clear help was needed
But it didn't work to make her stay
I'll always offer you protection
No longer scared or be afraid
I see it's causing heavy bleeding
Your eyes keep speaking
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
Makes me stop breathing
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
And made it stop beating
Trust me, I'll drag you out of the dark, I'll pull it out of your heart
Whatever it may be
So listen please, you need a new start, let me be your guard
'Cause each time it hurts me
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
Makes me stop breathing
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
And made it stop beating
The lyrics to Chase & Status's song Breathing seem to revolve around the idea of understanding and helping someone who is going through a tough time. The singer of the song doesn't seem to understand the intentions of the person they are speaking to, but they are trying to figure it out. Instead of answering the singer's questions, the person cries and holds the singer's hand. The singer promises to protect and help this person, even if it causes them pain.
The chorus is particularly powerful, as it talks about how the tears of the other person affect the singer. The tears seem to tell a story that words cannot describe. They make the singer stop breathing and feel like a spear has pierced their heart. This shows how deeply the singer cares for this person and how their pain affects them.
Later in the song, the lyrics mention a note that someone left before running away. The singer sees this as a cry for help, but unfortunately couldn't do anything to make the person stay. This adds a layer of tragedy to the song and shows how difficult it can be to help someone who doesn't want to be helped.
The final part of the song is about promising to be there for the other person, to help drag them out of the dark and give them a new start. The singer wants to be this person's guard, even if it hurts them. This shows a sense of selflessness and determination to help those in need.
Overall, the lyrics to Breathing tell a story of compassion and empathy for others, even when it causes pain. It's a powerful message to be there for those who are struggling and to offer support and protection in any way possible.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't get your intentions
I am unsure of your motivations or what you want
But I can try to figure out, yeah
However, I am willing to attempt to understand you
You don't answer my questions
You refuse to respond to my inquiries
Instead you turn your head around
Instead, you physically avoid what I am saying or asking
Suddenly you started crying
You immediately began to weep
You took my hand and held me tight
You grabbed my hand and clung to me firmly
I know words couldn't describe it
I understand that language is insufficient to convey your emotions
So I looked into your eyes
Therefore, I gazed deeply into your eyes to connect with you
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
The manner in which your tears renew the narrative of your pain
Makes me stop breathing
Is so breathtaking that I feel like I cannot breathe
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
Produces an intense aching in my heart like it has been impaled by a weapon
And made it stop beating
And causes my heart to momentarily cease its normal rhythm
I just can't believe what I'm reading
I am in disbelief about what I have just read
She left a note and run away
She departed by leaving a written message behind
Couldn't be more clear help was needed
It was obvious that assistance was required
But it didn't work to make her stay
However, even with help, she chose to leave
I'll always offer you protection
I vow to always provide you with security
No longer scared or be afraid
So that you will no longer be frightened or fearful
I see it's causing heavy bleeding
I perceive that your emotional turmoil is causing significant harm
Your eyes keep speaking
Your eyes continue to communicate the depth of your pain
Trust me, I'll drag you out of the dark, I'll pull it out of your heart
Please believe in me, I will rescue you from the gloom and erase your pain from your heart
Whatever it may be
Whatever the underlying issue might be
So listen please, you need a new start, let me be your guard
Therefore, please listen to me, as you require a new beginning and I will act as your protector
'Cause each time it hurts me
Because your pain causes me anguish
Oh, the way your tears start to refill your story
The manner in which your tears renew the narrative of your pain
Makes me stop breathing
Is so breathtaking that I feel like I cannot breathe
Feels like a spear cut through my heart
Produces an intense aching in my heart like it has been impaled by a weapon
And made it stop beating
And causes my heart to momentarily cease its normal rhythm
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: TOBY NICHOLAS YOUNG, WILLIAM KENNARD, SAUL GREGORY MILTON, BO SARIS
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Chae' Mc
Not enough people are hearing this... it's been years and this song is STILL unbelievable...
Alex Shawe
How have I only just come across this tune after 14 years of listening to dnb 🥺
What a really nice tune, wow.
rins4ge
Never heard this til now, what a vibey tune!!!! Brilliant example of DnB being able to be powerful but subtle at the same time!
PaulBythewayMusic
Most underrated track on this album.
Oscar Z
the whole album is perfect
TheNew Earth
Timeless album.
Crystal Mcauliff
I love this song
Funky Panda™
I just bought this CD, this is my favorite track off of it. Lovely.
Xavier STG
Fucking smooth. It's like a spear cut through my heart and mad it stop beating.
TrinityForce Bfh
Bo saris vocals are amazing! Check out Maya jane coles remix of Bo saris - she's on fire. On point