Every Breath You Take
Countdown Singers Lyrics


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Every breath you take and every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you

Oh, can't you see you belong to me
How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you

Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I dream at night, I can only see your face
I look around but it's you I can't replace
I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"

Oh, can't you see you belong to me
How my poor heart aches with every step you take

Every move you make and every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Every move you make, every step you take, I'll be watching you

I'll be watching you
Every breath you take and every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake (I'll be watching you)
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)

Every breath you take and every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake (I'll be watching you)




Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to “Every Breath You Take” by The Police are sung from the perspective of a possessive lover who is watching every move and breath of their significant other. The lines “Every breath you take and every move you make, Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you” make it clear that this person is obsessive and cannot bear to be without their lover.


The chorus of the song repeats the phrase “Oh, can't you see you belong to me, How my poor heart aches with every step you take,” emphasizing the possessiveness and the pain this person feels when their lover is not with them. Additionally, lines like “Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace, I dream at night, I can only see your face, I look around but it's you I can't replace, I feel so cold and I long for your embrace” further emphasize the obsession and the lengths this person is willing to go to keep their lover close.


Overall, “Every Breath You Take” is a song about obsessive love that borders on stalking. The lyrics paint a picture of a person who cannot bear to be without their lover and will stop at nothing to keep them close, even if it means watching their every move.


Line by Line Meaning

Every breath you take and every move you make
I am observing and monitoring all of your actions and behavior, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem.


Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Even if you decide to cut ties with someone or take a new path in life, I will still be keeping an eye on you and your progress.


Every single day and every word you say
My gaze is fixed on you constantly, both during your actions and even when you're simply speaking.


Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you
No matter what activities you engage in, or how long your days or nights are, I will still be keeping a close eye on you.


Oh, can't you see you belong to me
I believe that you are mine to possess, and that you have no choice but to be mine.


How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Your every action causes me emotional pain, even when I am not physically present to observe them.


Every move you make, every vow you break
All of your actions, even when they contradict promises or commitments you've made, are still being closely monitored by me.


Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Even if you are not being truthful or honest, I will still be aware of your behavior and aware of what you are attempting to accomplish.


Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
If you leave my sight or break away from my control, I will be left feeling adrift and directionless.


I dream at night, I can only see your face
Even in my unconscious mind, you still hold a prominent place in my thoughts and feelings.


I look around but it's you I can't replace
No matter what alternatives or substitutes I may encounter or consider, I will never find anyone who can truly take your place.


I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
Without your physical presence, I feel empty and unfulfilled, longing for the comfort that only you can provide.


I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"
I am desperate for your attention and affection, willing to beg and plead for your return.


I'll be watching you
Throughout all of your actions and movements, I will remain vigilant and aware.


Every move you make and every vow you break
Regardless of what you do or say, none of it will escape my notice or careful scrutiny.


Every breath you take, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Every aspect of your life, both physical and emotional, will be monitored and observed by me.


Every single day and every word you say
On a continuous basis, I am tracking your behavior and keeping tabs on your every utterance.


Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you
Even when you think you are engaging in activities that aren't related to me, I will still be keeping a close eye on you.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Gordon Sumner

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