Let Me Be
Charlie Brennan Lyrics
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Before you say it
I know what's coming
I need to hear it
My mind can't understand why
Why I love you anyway
Ant it breaks my heart
When I hear it
I still need it
My heart has grown
So far in a day
How can it happen anyway
So if this is our goodbye
Then give me time
Let me be by myself for a while
Cause my heart still wants you baby
And I'm thinking now that maybe
I'm still learning who I am
And I could learn from someone else
So if this is our goodbye
Then give me time
Let me be by myself for a while
Cause my heart still wants you baby
And I'm thinking now that maybe
I'm still learning who I am
And I could learn from someone else
You're breaking rules that I just learned
And it's hard to tell you
How much that hurts
How did you change
So much in a day
How can that happen anyway
So if this is our goodbye
Then give me time
Let me be by myself for a while
Cause my heart still wants you baby
And I'm thinking now that maybe
I'm still learning who I am
And I could learn from someone else
So if this is our goodbye
Then give me time
Let me be by myself for a while
Cause my heart still wants you baby
And I'm thinking now that maybe
I'm still learning who I am
And I could learn from someone else
So maybe we are both to blame
But I know we'll stay the same
So if this is our goodbye
Then give me time
Let me be by myself for a while
Cause my heart still wants you baby
And I'm thinking now that maybe
I'm still learning who I am
And I could learn from someone else
In the lyrics of "Let Me Be," Charlie Brennan sings about a difficult breakup and the internal conflicts that arise as a result. The song starts with acknowledging the inevitability of the breakup, and how painful it is to hear it being said out loud. The singer knows deep down that they still love their partner, even though their mind can't understand why. One of the most powerful lines in the song is "My heart has grown so far in a day, how can it happen anyway?" Here, Brennan captures the paradox of how emotions can change and intensify so quickly, leaving us feeling confused and overwhelmed.
As the song progresses, the singer asks for time to be alone to process their feelings and figure out who they are without their partner. They acknowledge that they might benefit from learning from someone else, and the idea of moving on starts to seem less daunting. The chorus is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the desire for space and time to heal. The final verse hints at the idea that both parties could be to blame for the breakup, but ultimately, they will stay the same. Rather than providing a clear resolution, the song acknowledges the complexity of heartbreak and the long road to recovery.
Overall, "Let Me Be" is a poignant and relatable song about the pain of breaking up and the importance of self-discovery. Its powerful lyrics and emotional resonance make it a standout track that's sure to resonate with anyone who's ever experienced heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
You take one breath
You hesitate before speaking
Before you say it
Before you share your true feelings
I know what's coming
I predict what you'll say
I need to hear it
I need to know the truth
My mind can't understand why
I don't comprehend why
Why I love you anyway
Why I still care about you
And it breaks my heart
It hurts me deeply
When I hear it
When you confirm my fears
But somehow I know
But I'm aware
I still need it
I still want to hear it
My heart has grown
My emotions have intensified
So far in a day
Within a short time
How can it happen anyway
How is it possible
You're breaking rules that I just learned
You're doing things that are unfamiliar to me
And it's hard to tell you
And it's tough to communicate
How much that hurts
How painful it is
How did you change
How did you transform
So much in a day
So drastically in a short time
So if this is our goodbye
If this is the end for us
Then give me time
Then allow me to be alone
Let me be by myself for a while
Let me have space to sort my emotions out
Cause my heart still wants you baby
Because I still have feelings for you
And I'm thinking now that maybe
And I'm considering the possibility
I'm still learning who I am
I'm still figuring myself out
And I could learn from someone else
And I could potentially learn from someone new
So maybe we are both to blame
So perhaps we're both at fault
But I know we'll stay the same
But I know our feelings won't change
Contributed by Eli Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
lukesydnor
I can feel the honesty in what you're saying. Your vocals work really well with the production - keep going like this man
Mariana Zuniga
One of my favorites, continue making good music!
Everything
This is so fkn underrated! This really deserves much more🔥
saprina ruppert
These lyrics are so good!
Edith Duncan
I love this song so much💓
luzma luzma
I'm in love with this song...beautiful‼️❤️
anguy
i want this to be played at my funeral
Cody Evans
was really hoping this would be a music video. If you have plans for it that would be awesome!!!
Yejin Lee
Love it so much
Olly Awake
Love this so much