In the Dark
Camila Cabello Lyrics
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Vampires at the same places
Shadows, traces
I know that you feel me you're
Runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping not hopeless
So why can't you show me? Why can't you show me?
I can see you're looking for distractions
I can see you're tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
Plus one, guest list
But you don't even know what her name is
Secrets, endless
I know that you feel me you're
Runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
You can strip down without showing skin, I
I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping not hopeless
So why can't you show me? Why can't you show me?
I can see you're looking for distractions
I can see you're tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
Darling, come on and let me in
Darling, all of the strangers are gone
They're gone
I said "Darling, come on and let me see"
Darling, I promise that I won't run
So tell me
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM
And you're all alone (and you're all alone)
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
No I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
The lyrics to "In the Dark" by Camila Cabello explore the idea of vulnerability and the fear of showing one's true self, particularly to another person in a romantic relationship. The first verse describes the feeling of being surrounded by insincere people ("faithless vampires") and feeling alone ("shadows, traces"). The chorus asks the question "Who are you in the dark?" referencing the idea that people can hide behind a facade during the day or around others, but who they truly are when alone in the dark reveals their true self.
The second verse continues to explore this theme, highlighting a night out with strangers and secrets that are kept from others. The bridge is a plea for the person being addressed to show their true self and let the other person in, promising not to run away. The repetition of "Who are you in the dark?" throughout the chorus emphasizes the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in a relationship.
Overall, "In the Dark" is a poignant exploration of the mask people often wear in their daily lives and the importance of truly revealing oneself to those we care about.
Line by Line Meaning
Blank stares, faithless
A lack of emotion and belief in oneself or others
Vampires at the same places
People who drain your energy and leave you feeling empty, found in familiar settings
Shadows, traces
Remnants of past experiences and feelings
I know that you feel me you're
Acknowledgement of the connection and understanding between the artist and the listener
Runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Running away from vulnerability and confronting personal issues
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Spending time with insincere and superficial companions
Runnin', runnin' away from it
Avoiding personal growth and change
You can strip down without showing skin, I
Being vulnerable and honest without physically revealing oneself
I can see you're scared of your emotions
Not wanting to confront or express personal feelings
I can see you're hoping not hopeless
Having a positive outlook despite challenges
So why can't you show me? Why can't you show me?
Encouraging the listener to be honest and vulnerable with the singer
I can see you're looking for distractions
Avoiding dealing with personal issues by seeking temporary relief or entertainment
I can see you're tired of the acting
Feeling exhausted from pretending to be something you're not
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Questioning the listener's true self when they are alone or in private
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Encouraging the listener to reveal their vulnerabilities and fears
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
Questioning the listener's true self when they are most vulnerable and introspective
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
Feeling out of place, even in a familiar setting
Darling, come on and let me in
Asking for the listener's trust and openness
Darling, all of the strangers are gone
Encouraging the listener to let their guard down now that unfamiliar people are no longer present
So tell me
Request for the listener to speak honestly and openly
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
A musical interlude, not conveying any particular meaning
Who are you in the dark?
The central question of the song, asking who the listener truly is when no one else is around
Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adam Feeney, Camila Cabello, James Abrahart, Lewis Hughes, Madison Love, Nicholas Audino, Simon Wilcox, Te Whiti Warbrick
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Leonaldo10
LYRICS
Blank stares, faithless
Vampires at the same places
Shadows, traces
I know that you feel me
You're runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
You can strip down without showing skin, yeah
I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping you're not hopeless
So why can't you show me? Why can't you show me?
I can see you're looking for distractions
I can see you're tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home? (I, I, I)
Who are you in the dark?
Plus one, guest list
But you don't even know what her name is
Secrets, endless
I know that you feel me
You're runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
You can strip down without showing skin
I, I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping not hopeless
So why can't you show me? Why can't you show me?
I can see you're looking for distractions
I can see you're tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home? (I, I, I)
Who are you in the dark?
Darling, come on and let me in
Darling, all of the strangers are gone, they're gone
I said, darling, come on and let me see
Darling, I promise that I won't run
So tell me
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM
And you're all alone (and you're all alone)
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
No, I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
@vanidicussmiler1013
Blank stares, faithless
Vampires at the same places
Shadows, traces
I know that you feel me you're
Runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
You can strip down without showing skin I
I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping you're not hopeless
So why canāt you show me? why can't you show me?
I can see you're looking for distractions
I can see you're tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
Plus one, guest list
But you don't even know what her name is
Secrets, endless
I know that you feels me you're
Runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
You can strip down without showing skin I
I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping you're not hopeless
So why canāt you show me? why can't you show me?
I can see you're looking for distractions
I can see you're tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
Darling, come on and let me in
Darling , all of the strangers are gone
They gone
I said "Darling, come on and let me see"
Darling, I promise that I won't run
So tell me
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM
And you're all alone (and you're all alone)
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
No I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
@julieeecarrillo
lyrics
[Verse 1]
Blank stares, faithless
Vampires at the same places
Shadows, traces
I know that you feel me
[Pre-Chorus]
You're runninā, runnin', runnin', runninā
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
You can strip down without showing skin, yeah
[Chorus]
I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping you're not hopeless
So why can't you show me? Why can't you show me?
I can see youāre looking for distractions
I can see youāre tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when itās 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home? (I, I, I)
Who are you in the dark?
[Verse 2]
Plus one, guest list
But you don't even know what her name is
Secrets, endless
I know that you feel me
[Pre-Chorus]
Youāre runnin', runnin', runnin', runnin'
Making the rounds with all your fake friends
Runnin', runnin' away from it
You can strip down without showing skin
[Chorus]
I, I can see you're scared of your emotions
I can see you're hoping not hopeless
So why can't you show me? Why can't you show me?
I can see you're looking for distractions
I can see you're tired of the acting
So why can't you show me?
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM and you're all alone
And L.A. doesn't feel like home? (I, I, I)
Who are you in the dark?
[Bridge]
Darling, come on and let me in
Darling, all of the strangers are gone, they're gone
I said, darling, come on and let me see
Darling, I promise that I won't run
[Chorus]
So tell me
Who are you in the dark? (I, I)
Show me the scary parts (I, I)
Who are you when it's 3 AM
And you're all alone (and you're all alone)
And L.A. doesn't feel like home?
No, I, I, I
Who are you in the dark?
[Outro]
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
Mmmmm, mmmm, mmm
Who are you in the dark?
@joyswrld6089
in the dark is such an underrated song. it's my personal favorite in the album, cause it gives this chilling vibe every time. i usually listen to it when i travel. i blast it out on my headphones, stare out the window, and watch the city lights go by. it also fits in well when it's raining outside, and you just stare out the window, watching as the rain droplets fall.
@jazdinerooo
exactly when I listen to this song it just makes me feel free from life but also closer to what I feel. It's just such a relatable song and I just tune everything out
@Cheekylol686
Shadow Games - Minecraft and More! Omg same
@analea6430
thirlxbellos THATS exactly what I do for this album, well specially this song and real friends and consequences
@ekonamare7219
dahyunslalisaa Marry Me.
@fariha4982
Yeeeesss
@ruthdeleon7701
I canāt believe itās already 3 years ago, i still listen to this who's with me??
@aylinn5130
Meš«š
@esthefanymartins1510
Me
@ariaramirez9979
Me me me , such an amazing song