What You Need
Bring Me the Horizon Lyrics


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You're hypnotized, can't see the signs
I'd like to help you, but I think it's too late
Made up your mind and now you're blind
I guess it's easier than making mistakes

Don't ask me why then roll your eyes at the answer
You want to fight, but I won't bite at the page
And I'ma try and change your eyes to the pain
'Cause I will tell you

So don't tell me what I can't see
'Cause we both know it's you, not me
You don't want this but it's what you need
And you'll see it when you believe

You'll see it, you'll see it
You'll see it when you believe
You'll see it, you'll see it
And you'll see it when you believe

Give me a break 'cause I can't take
Another second, you're a fucking addict
I need the time to change your mind
How can I move you when you're stuck in your ways

Don't ask me why then roll your eyes at the answer
You want to fight, but I don't bite on the bait
And I'm not tryin' to change your eyes from the pain
I'm just saying, no I'm just saying

Don't come crawling back to me when you break down
'Cause you dug yourself into this hole all by yourself
Don't come crawling back to me when you break down
You can find somebody else

So don't tell me what I can't see
'Cause we both know it's you, not me
You don't want this but it's what you need
And you'll see it when you believe

So don't tell me what I can't see
'Cause we both know it's you, not me
You don't want this but it's what you need
And you'll see it when you believe

You'll see it, you'll see it
You'll see it when you believe
You'll see it, you'll see it
And you'll see it when you believe

Yeah, hell yeah
You make me want to slit my wrists and play in my own blood
Yeah, hell yeah
You make me want to kill myself just for the fucking fun
Yeah, hell yeah
You make me want to slit my wrists and play in my own blood
Yeah, hell yeah
You make me want to kill myself just for the fucking fun

So don't tell me what I can't see
'Cause we both know it's you, not me
You don't want this but it's what you need




And you'll see it when you believe
And you'll see it when you believe

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "What You Need" by Bring Me The Horizon reflect feelings of frustration and helplessness when trying to convince someone to change their ways. The singer clearly sees that the other person is "hypnotized" and unable to "see the signs" of their destructive behaviour. Although the singer would like to help, they feel that it is too late as the other person has "made up their mind" and become "blind" to the reality of their actions.


The singer tries to encourage the other person to see the error of their ways, but they refuse to listen or "roll their eyes at the answer". The singer acknowledges that change is difficult and painful, but insists that it is necessary for the other person's well-being. The line "Don't come crawling back to me when you break down, you can find somebody else" suggests that the singer has had enough of the other person's stubbornness and is no longer willing to offer support or sympathy if they continue down their destructive path.


Overall, the lyrics to "What You Need" demonstrate the tough love that is sometimes required when trying to help others. The singer acknowledges that change is difficult and uncomfortable, but insists that it is necessary for the other person's well-being. Despite the frustration and hopelessness they feel, they remain steadfast in their belief that the other person can change, and that they will eventually see the light if they believe in themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

You're hypnotized, can't see the signs
You're misled and unable to recognize the clues


I'd like to help you, but I think it's too late
I wish to assist you, but the situation may be beyond repair


Made up your mind and now you're blind
You've already decided and can no longer see the truth


I guess it's easier than making mistakes
You'd rather stick to what you know than risk making errors


Don't ask me why then roll your eyes at the answer
You question me but disregard my response


You want to fight, but I won't bite at the page
You desire a confrontation, but I refuse to engage


And I'ma try and change your eyes to the pain
I'll attempt to shift your perspective towards the source of suffering


'Cause I will tell you
Because I'll inform you


So don't tell me what I can't see
Don't claim I'm ignorant of the situation


'Cause we both know it's you, not me
We're aware that you're responsible, not me


You don't want this but it's what you need
You dislike it, but it's necessary for your well-being


And you'll see it when you believe
You'll comprehend it upon accepting the truth


Give me a break 'cause I can't take
Please spare me as I'm unable to tolerate it


Another second, you're a fucking addict
You're consumed by something to the point of addiction


I need the time to change your mind
I require more time to influence your perspective


How can I move you when you're stuck in your ways
It's difficult to persuade you when you're so set in your habits


Don't come crawling back to me when you break down
Don't return to me when you suffer, having brought it upon yourself


'Cause you dug yourself into this hole all by yourself
You alone are responsible for creating this difficult situation


You can find somebody else
You can seek aid elsewhere


Yeah, hell yeah
An expression of intense agreement


You make me want to slit my wrists and play in my own blood
You're so frustrating that it causes me extreme anguish


You make me want to kill myself just for the fucking fun
You're so unbearable that I'd rather end my own life than deal with you


And you'll see it when you believe
Only after accepting the truth will you comprehend it




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JORDAN KEITH ATTWOOD FISH, LEE DAVID MALIA, MATTHEW KEAN, MATTHEW STEPHEN NICHOLLS, OLIVER SCOTT SYKES

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