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So Easy I Know
Dani Shay Lyrics
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Naked, curled into a ball
Holding back your knees with your arms
Wrapped around them
There to break your fall
It's so easy to convince yourself
And so easy to forget yourself
I know, I know
But it's closing in and the distance we've been keeping
Doesn't seem so safe anymore
Holding back our fears to our chests
To protect them
What are we waiting for?
It's so easy to convince ourselves
And so easy to forget ourselves
I know, I know
I know, I know
I know, I know
But have you ever thought for a moment that
You are in this moment and that
No other moment could be just like now?
So do not waste this moment
Accept everything it's holding
And stop trying to plan
Every single when, where, and how
I open my eyes and find my own reflection
Every section just as I recall
Holding back my tears nervously
As I see the great barriers fall
It was so easy to convince myself
And so easy to forget myself
I know, I know
I know, I know
The lyrics to Dani Shay's "So Easy I Know" explore themes of vulnerability, self-discovery, and the struggle to stay present in the current moment. The opening lines paint a vivid image of the singer visualizing someone they care about, curled up in a vulnerable position. At the same time, the singer acknowledges how easy it is to convince oneself of certain beliefs or forget one's true nature.
As the song progresses, the singer notes that the distance they've been maintaining from themselves and others no longer feels safe. They question why they are holding back their fears and doubts, as if protecting them from something. The repetitive chorus emphasizes how easy it is to deceive oneself and forget the truth.
However, in the bridge, the singer introduces a moment of clarity. They recognize that the present moment is the only one that truly exists and that it is essential to accept all that it holds. The climax of the song arrives as the singer opens their eyes and sees their own reflection, finally letting go of their internal barriers and embracing their vulnerability.
Overall, the song's message is about the importance of being honest with ourselves and others and embracing vulnerability. The lyrics encourage listeners to break down their internal barriers and stay grounded in the present moment, rather than getting lost in the past or the future.
Line by Line Meaning
I close my eyes and find you sitting there
I visualize you in my thoughts, sitting curled up in vulnerability
Naked, curled into a ball
You're exposed and protecting yourself by curling up in a ball
Holding back your knees with your arms
You're holding yourself tightly, protecting yourself from harm
Wrapped around them
Your arms are wrapped around your knees
There to break your fall
You're protecting yourself by adopting this posture to prevent yourself from falling
It's so easy to convince yourself
It's effortless to deceive yourself
And so easy to forget yourself
It's simple to lose track of who you are
But it's closing in and the distance we've been keeping
The situation is becoming increasingly tense, despite our attempts to keep our distance
Doesn't seem so safe anymore
We can no longer rely on the safety of distance
Holding back our fears to our chests
We're concealing our fears close to our hearts
To protect them
Because we're afraid of exposing them to the world
What are we waiting for?
Why are we hesitating to confront our fears?
But have you ever thought for a moment that
Have you ever considered the possibility that
You are in this moment and that
We're existing in the present moment
No other moment could be just like now?
This moment is unique and irreplaceable
So do not waste this moment
Don't squander this opportunity
Accept everything it's holding
Embrace what this moment has to offer
And stop trying to plan
Don't attempt to control every aspect of the future
Every single when, where, and how
Every minute detail of what's to come
I open my eyes and find my own reflection
I awaken from my reverie and see myself in the mirror
Every section just as I recall
Every detail is as I remembered
Holding back my tears nervously
I'm trying to suppress my emotions
As I see the great barriers fall
As I witness the breakdown of the obstacles in my life
It was so easy to convince myself
I found it effortless to deceive myself
And so easy to forget myself
I lost sight of who I am
I know, I know
I understand the difficulties of self-discovery
I know, I know
I'm aware of the challenges we face in life
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