Burning Bridges
Cheap Suits Lyrics

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What gives you the write to walk all over me
Do you think that you're a goddess, do you think that you're a queen
Well a self centered bitch that is all you'll ever be
And I wonder how long it takes for everyone to see

That I don't want to stay here or even hang around
And if you find out where I live ill move to another town
So without hesitation ill tell this to you, you didn't want me and I don't want you

Chorus
You never wanted me around, you never cared about me
You never wanted me around, you never cared about me

The way that you acted the way that you behaved
You thought that you owned me, you thought Id be you slave
Well slaves always rebel and good guys come though
And unlike Spartacus ill say it was you

Chorus

All the rude boys can you hear me? All the rude girls can you hear me ?
All the rude boys can you hear me? Come rude girls lets hear you scream!

Well I never hit you or tried to treat you bad
But no matter what I did it always seemed to make you mad
So without hesitation I raise my hand to
Stick up my middle finger and tell you that were through.

Chorus

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Burning Bridges" by Cheap Suits explores the concept of a one-sided relationship where one partner feels like the other is dominating and controlling them. The opening lines are accusatory and confrontational, as the singer asks what gives the other person the right to walk all over them. They describe their partner as self-centered and egotistic, and wonders how long it will take for others to see their true nature.

As the song progresses, the singer asserts their independence, declaring that they don't want to stay in the relationship anymore and that they will move to another town if necessary. The chorus repeatedly states that their partner never cared about them and never wanted them around. The bridge section of the song directly addresses the rude boys and girls, urging them to hear the singer's message and scream in unison. The lyrics also mention the concept of rebellion and overthrowing the dominating forces, alluding to the story of Spartacus.

Overall, the song presents a narrative of a person who's had enough of being controlled and wants to break free. The lyrics are confrontational and rebellious, urging others to join in the rebellion against the controlling forces.

Line by Line Meaning

What gives you the write to walk all over me
You have no right to treat me poorly and take advantage of me.

Do you think that you're a goddess, do you think that you're a queen
Do you believe that you are entitled to everything and should be treated like royalty?

Well a self centered bitch that is all you'll ever be
You are selfish and will always be that way.

And I wonder how long it takes for everyone to see
I can't believe that others haven't seen your true character yet.

That I don't want to stay here or even hang around
I have no desire to stay in this harmful situation or keep company with you.

And if you find out where I live ill move to another town
I am willing to uproot my life to avoid any further interaction with you.

So without hesitation ill tell this to you, you didn't want me and I don't want you
I have no interest in being in a relationship with someone who doesn't value me and I am not interested in continuing any form of a relationship with you.

You never wanted me around, you never cared about me
It is evident that you never truly cared about me or wanted me in your life.

The way that you acted the way that you behaved
Your actions and behavior were unacceptable and hurtful.

You thought that you owned me, you thought Id be you slave
You acted like you had complete control over me, and expected me to follow your every command.

Well slaves always rebel and good guys come though
I refuse to be a slave to anyone and will fight against that mentality, and ultimately, goodness will prevail.

And unlike Spartacus ill say it was you
I will not be a part of any manipulation or coercion, and will hold you responsible for your actions.

All the rude boys can you hear me? All the rude girls can you hear me ?
Anyone who has been in a similar situation, can you relate to what I have been through?

All the rude boys can you hear me? Come rude girls lets hear you scream!
Come together and let's show our strength against any form of mistreatment or manipulation.

Well I never hit you or tried to treat you bad
I have never physically harmed or abused you.

But no matter what I did it always seemed to make you mad
Despite my efforts to please you, I could never seem to make you happy.

So without hesitation I raise my hand to
As a symbol of my independence and freedom, I raise my hand.

Stick up my middle finger and tell you that were through.
I am choosing to end this relationship and assert my dominance in my own life.

You never wanted me around, you never cared about me
It is evident that you never truly cared about me or wanted me in your life.

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