praying
Brooke Simpson Lyrics
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Told me that I was nothing without you
Oh, after everything you've done
I can thank you for how strong I have become
'Cause you brought the flames and you put me through hell
I had to learn how to fight for myself
And we both know all the truth I could tell
I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin'
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope you find your peace
Falling on your knees, prayin'
I'm proud of who I am
No more monsters, I can breathe again
And you said that I was done
Well, you were wrong and now the best is yet to come
'Cause you brought the flames and you put me through hell
I had to learn how to fight for myself
And we both know all the truth I could tell
I'll just say this is "I wish you farewell"
I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin'
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope you find your peace
Falling on your knees, prayin'
Oh, sometimes, I pray for you at night
Oh someday, maybe you'll see the light
Oh, some say, in life, you're gonna get what you give
But some things only God can forgive oh
I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin'
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope you find your peace
Falling on your knees, prayin'
I hope you find your peace
Falling on your knees, prayin'
Prayin' oh oh oh oh oh oh
The lyrics to Brooke Simpson's hit "Praying" discuss the aftermath of a toxic relationship. The opening line sets the tone of the song as she expresses how the person in question almost fooled her, telling her that she was nothing without them. However, after everything they have done, she thanks them for helping her find her inner strength. The chorus then takes on a more hopeful tone, as she describes praying for the person who has caused her such pain. She wishes for their soul to change and for them to find peace.
In the second verse, the song takes a more triumphant turn, with Simpson stating that she is proud of who she is and no longer feels oppressed by the "monsters" that haunted her during that toxic relationship. In this section, she declares that the best is yet to come, highlighting how she has flourished in the aftermath of the emotionally destructive connection.
The final verse is a plea for the person who hurt her to find the light and make positive changes to themselves. The song concludes on a powerful note as Simpson repeats the chorus's refrain, highlighting her desire for the person to find peace and also bringing the song full circle.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, you almost had me fooled
You deceived me into thinking that you were essential to my life
Told me that I was nothing without you
You made me feel worthless and that I needed you to survive
Oh, after everything you've done
Despite all the harm and pain that you caused me
I can thank you for how strong I have become
I'm grateful for the strength I gained through overcoming the adversity you brought me
'Cause you brought the flames and you put me through hell
You inflicted a lot of pain and suffering on me
I had to learn how to fight for myself
I had to develop the resilience and determination to overcome the challenges you presented
And we both know all the truth I could tell
You know that I have secrets about you that could be exposed if I chose to reveal them
I'll just say this is "I wish you farewell"
I am choosing to move on and no longer engage with you
I hope you're somewhere prayin', prayin'
I hope that you are reflecting on your actions and seeking forgiveness
I hope your soul is changin', changin'
I hope that you are transforming and growing as a person
I hope you find your peace
My wish for you is that you find inner contentment and serenity
Falling on your knees, prayin'
I hope that you are humbled and turned to a higher power for guidance
Oh, sometimes, I pray for you at night
Occasionally I think of you and ask for divine intervention for your betterment
Oh someday, maybe you'll see the light
I am hopeful that one day you will have a realization or change of heart
Oh, some say, in life, you're gonna get what you give
Some believe that your actions will come back to you in the end
But some things only God can forgive oh
However, there are some things that only a higher being can absolve
I hope you find your peace
My ultimate hope for you is to attain peace of mind
Falling on your knees, prayin'
I believe that the best way for you to reach that state is through prayer and humility
Prayin' oh oh oh oh oh oh
The repetition of this phrase underscores the importance and power of prayer in seeking forgiveness and peace
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Written by: Andrew Joslyn, Ben Abraham, Kesha Sebert, Ryan S. Lewis
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