Emily
Clean Cut Kid Lyrics
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Emily, I can see you're wound tight as a rope
I know I'm only getting part of the story
And it's not the part giving you a lump in your throat
Smile, try not to cry, 'cause it only makes your eyes red
And come outside, try not to hide, 'cause it only makes your friends scared
There is a hole in your heart
Where I can see the love's been leaking out
'Cause you've been freaking out
And obviously it's tearing you apart
Emily, Emily, Emily
Emily, Emily, Emily
I try to get you on the phone when you're lonely
Emily, there you go and build a wall like that
You said you're better on your own but that's only
Making me try everything to bring you back
Smile, try not to cry, 'cause it only makes your eyes red
Come outside, try not to hide, 'cause it only makes your friends scared
Emily
There is a hole in your heart
Where I can see the love's been leaking out
'Cause you've been freaking out
And obviously it's tearing you apart
Emily
There is a hole in your heart
Where I can see the love's been leaking out
'Cause you've been freaking out
And obviously it's tearing you apart
Emily, Emily, Emily
Emily, Emily, Emily
You feel lost and alone like the only one that knows this
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
Feels like sadness I knew, but it's not sadness at all it's
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
You're sick and tired of the line "you've got your whole life ahead of you"
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
Emily, I can't wait to see the old smile shining through
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
And don't let anybody tell you it's a rough patch
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
Emily, I can see that you've had more than enough of that
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
So if you're ever feeling lost and lonely
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
Emily, I hope you know you can call on Evelyn and me
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
Emily, there is a hole in your heart
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
Emily, there is a hole in your heart
(There's a hole in your heart, there's a hole in your heart)
The song "Emily" by Clean Cut Kid is a heartfelt song that delves into the struggles and suffering of a person named Emily. The song starts with the singer trying to connect with Emily and see things from her perspective, but he recognizes that he doesn't have the whole story. He can see that she's dealing with some intense emotions that are tearing her apart. Despite her sadness, the singer encourages her to put on a brave face and not hide from people because they care about her.
The chorus repeats the line "There is a hole in your heart, where I can see the love's been leaking out," which suggests that Emily has been struggling to hold onto love in her life. She's been "freaking out" and it's taking a toll on her mentally and emotionally. The second verse highlights the wall that Emily has put up, pushing people away because she thinks she's better off alone. But the singer sees through that facade and wants to help her come back to the person she used to be.
The bridge of the song is particularly powerful because it explores the depths of Emily's emotions. She feels lost, alone and sad, but it's not just a passing phase. The hole in her heart is real, and she's tired of hearing people tell her that she has her whole life ahead of her. But the singer is there to remind her that she's not alone and that he and other people care about her. He hopes that she can find her smile again and see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Overall, "Emily" is a moving and compassionate song that reflects on the struggles of mental health and the importance of supporting people in their time of need. It acknowledges that sometimes people can feel very isolated and disconnected from the world, but that doesn't mean they're alone.
Line by Line Meaning
I try to look you in the eyes when we're talking
I want to connect with you and have a real conversation
Emily, I can see you're wound tight as a rope
You seem tense and anxious, like you're holding something in
I know I'm only getting part of the story
I understand that there's more going on with you than what you're telling me
And it's not the part giving you a lump in your throat
The thing that's really bothering you is something you're not talking about
Smile, try not to cry, 'cause it only makes your eyes red
I want you to feel better, but I don't want you to hide your emotions either
And come outside, try not to hide, 'cause it only makes your friends scared
Don't isolate yourself because it worries the people who care about you
Emily, there is a hole in your heart
You're hurting and there's an emptiness inside you
Where I can see the love's been leaking out
You're feeling drained and like you're running out of love to give
'Cause you've been freaking out
You're struggling with anxiety and it's affecting you
And obviously it's tearing you apart
Your mental health is taking a toll on you and your relationships
I try to get you on the phone when you're lonely
I want to support you and be there for you when you need someone to talk to
Emily, there you go and build a wall like that
You're shutting down and not letting people in
You said you're better on your own but that's only
You think you're better off alone, but I don't believe that's true
Making me try everything to bring you back
I care about you and want you to know that you're not alone
You feel lost and alone like the only one that knows this
You're struggling and it feels like no one understands
Feels like sadness I knew, but it's not sadness at all it's
It seems like you're sad, but it's actually something deeper than that
You're sick and tired of the line 'you've got your whole life ahead of you'
People try to give you hope, but it just feels empty
Emily, I can't wait to see the old smile shining through
I miss the way you used to be and want to see you happy again
And don't let anybody tell you it's a rough patch
Some people might dismiss your struggles as something you'll get over, but it's more serious than that
Emily, I can see that you've had more than enough of that
You're tired of people not taking your struggles seriously
So if you're ever feeling lost and lonely
If you ever need someone to talk to
Emily, I hope you know you can call on Evelyn and me
I want to be there for you and support you no matter what
Lyrics © Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: EVELYN HALLS, MICHAEL HALLS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@XSTEVIE1
Deserves so much more attention 🙌
@h1ne078
Ikr
@TheMusicRabbitHole
I agree. Playing them on my Youtube show on Friday
@DurdensVision
Heard this in Old Navy shopping for jeans today. Love it.
@Pookielu2
Same here. 50% off jeans. I shazamed this so quick & fast!!
@brandih9802
Me too!
@relltastic
I get a little Fleetwood Mac vibe from this one. Very nice
@Andrey71music
Me too
@johndavies9589
More than a little!
@xjudson
definitely...