Tied Down
Caillat Colbie Lyrics
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And I have told you lately
That I'm tired of talking about the same old reasons we change
Just take it easy, don't worry about a thing these days
'Cause I'm keeping it cool not thinking about you sticking around or if we should be
Tied down, I'm looking around; I know what I want, so don't hold me down
To just let it all go and stay quiet when I feel like speaking
My mind done whatever it is I need to make clear and just say...
That I'm keeping it cool not thinking about you sticking around you if we should pay
Tied down, I'm looking around; I know why your arms don't hold me down
(Down, down, down)
Don't you hold me down
Whoa, because I'm keeping it cool not thinking about you sticking around or if we should be
Tied down, I'm looking around; I know what I want, so don't hold me down
Oh I, I can't take it
So, please, please, won't you listen
To the troubles all around me? I'm caught up and I'm barely breathin'
But I'm finding that holding on is harder than never leaving
In Caillat Colbie's song "Tied Down," the singer is expressing a desire for independence in a romantic relationship. She is tired of discussing the same old problems and wants to be free from the constraints of being "tied down." She doesn't want to be held back from exploring new possibilities. The opening verses reveal her frustration and desire to live freely, without the burden of attachment to another person. She acknowledges that she has been learning to let go of things and not to play games.
However, the chorus is where she gets to the heart of the matter. She is looking around, seeking something that is missing in her current situation. She knows what she wants and doesn't want to be held down from achieving her goals. She wants to be free to pursue her interests and desires, unencumbered. The use of the phrase "Don't you hold me down" in the chorus underscores the theme of wanting freedom from someone else's control.
The final verse brings in a bit of the singer's vulnerability, admitting that she is struggling with some problems and barely holding on. She recognizes that holding on is actually harder than letting go and moving forward. Despite all of this, the singer remains steadfast in her desire for independence, even if it means difficult changes ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, I don't know what to say
I'm at a loss for words
And I have told you lately
I've recently shared my thoughts with you
That I'm tired of talking about the same old reasons we change
I'm exhausted of discussing mundane things that lead to change
Just take it easy, don't worry about a thing these days
Try to relax and avoid stress
'Cause I'm keeping it cool not thinking about you sticking around or if we should be
I'm remaining calm and not considering our future
Tied down, I'm looking around; I know what I want, so don't hold me down
I'm surveying my options and don't want to be restrained
Oh, I, I don't play games; and I, I have been learning
I'm being straightforward and trying to learn from my experiences
To just let it all go and stay quiet when I feel like speaking
I'm learning to let go and be silent when it's necessary
My mind done whatever it is I need to make clear and just say...
I've collected my thoughts and need to express them
That I'm keeping it cool not thinking about you sticking around you if we should pay
I'm keeping my composure and not pondering our future
Tied down, I'm looking around; I know why your arms don't hold me down
I'm exploring my options and acknowledging why I don't feel restricted
(Down, down, down)
Don't you hold me down
I don't want any restrictions
Whoa, because I'm keeping it cool not thinking about you sticking around or if we should be
I'm maintaining my composure and not considering our future
Tied down, I'm looking around; I know what I want, so don't hold me down
I'm examining my options and don't want any constraints
Oh I, I can't take it
I'm at my limit
So, please, please, won't you listen
Please listen to me
To the troubles all around me? I'm caught up and I'm barely breathin'
I'm overwhelmed and barely functional due to my problems
But I'm finding that holding on is harder than never leaving
I've realized it's more difficult to hold on than to walk away
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: COLBIE CAILLAT, JASON REEVES
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