Skyscraper
Demi Lovato(데미 로바토) Lyrics
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I am watching
Catching tear drops in my hands
Only silence
Has an ending
Like we never had a chance
Do you have toMake me feel like
There is nothing left of me
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
As the smoke clears
I awaken
And untangle you from me
Would it make you
Feel better
To watch me while I bleed
All my windows
Still are broken
But I'm standing on my feet
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Go run run run
I'm gonna stay right here
Watch you disappear ya yaa
Go run run run
Ya it's a long way down
But I am closer to the clouds up here
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
(Like a skyscraper)
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
The lyrics to Demi Lovato's song "Skyscraper" convey a message of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. The opening lines speak to the raw emotions of the singer, who is portrayed as watching the rain fall and catching tears in her hands. The use of "skies" and "crying" suggests that the world is weeping for the singer's suffering. The second verse introduces a foil to the singer, who is attempting to break her down. The lyrics "Do you have to/Make me feel like/There is nothing left of me" speak to the idea of emotional abuse or gaslighting. The chorus provides a rallying cry, with the singer asserting that she will rise again, even after being broken. The use of the metaphor of a skyscraper suggests that the singer will be strong and towering, not easily toppled.
The second verse starts with "As the smoke clears," indicating that something traumatic has happened, and the singer is only beginning to wake up from it. The lyrics "And untangle you from me" suggest that she has escaped from a toxic relationship, and the question "Would it make you feel better/To watch me while I bleed" is a challenge to her oppressor. The final lines of the song indicate that the singer is not just healing, but thriving in the face of what has happened to her. "Watch you disappear" suggests that the abusive partner is no longer in her life, and "I'm closer to the clouds up here" indicates that she has discovered a new level of confidence and perspective.
Line by Line Meaning
Skies are crying
The skies represent the sadness and despair in the singer's life.
I am watching
The singer is aware of the sadness and is watching it unfold.
Catching tear drops in my hands
The singer is trying to hold onto her emotions, but they are uncontrollable like tears slipping through her hands.
Only silence
The pain of the situation has left the singer feeling numb and empty.
Has an ending
This emotional pain is not indefinite and will eventually come to a close.
Like we never had a chance
The relationship or situation that caused the emotional pain felt doomed from the start.
Do you have to
The singer questions if the other person intentionally caused her pain.
Make me feel like
The other person's actions have left the singer feeling as if there is nothing left of her.
There is nothing left of me
The situation has caused the singer to feel as if she has lost her identity.
You can take everything I have
The other person may have taken everything from the singer, but they can't break her down completely.
You can break everything I am
The other person's actions may have caused damage, but the singer will not be destroyed by them.
Like I'm made of glass
The singer feels fragile and vulnerable like glass.
Like I'm made of paper
The singer feels as if she could easily be torn apart like paper.
Go on and try to tear me down
The singer challenges the other person to try and bring her down.
I will be rising from the ground
The singer will overcome this situation and come out stronger.
Like a skyscraper
The singer will stand tall and strong like a skyscraper.
As the smoke clears
The situation begins to settle and clear up.
I awaken
The singer emerges from her emotional numbness and begins to feel again.
And untangle you from me
The singer separates herself emotionally from the other person.
Would it make you
The singer questions if the other person enjoys watching her suffer.
Feel better
The other person may find satisfaction in the singer's pain.
To watch me while I bleed
The other person takes pleasure in the singer's emotional pain and vulnerability.
All my windows
The singer's defenses have been shattered.
Still are broken
Even though the situation has settled, the singer is still coping with the damage caused.
But I'm standing on my feet
Despite the damage, the singer is still standing and persevering.
Go run run run
The singer encourages the other person to leave her life.
I'm gonna stay right here
The singer will remain resilient and strong in the face of adversity.
Watch you disappear ya yaa
The singer will be stronger once the other person is out of her life.
Ya it's a long way down
The other person may enjoy the singer's emotional pain, but the fall from grace will be great for them too.
But I am closer to the clouds up here
The singer is rising above the pain and is emotionally closer to the heavens.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TOBY GAD, KERLI KOIV, LINDY ROBBINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jenlegendary
to all those people being bullied
to all those people who have lost a loved one
to all those people who have lost a pet
to all those people being abused
to all those people going through depression
to all those people with anxiety
to all those people in poverty
to all those people going through a breakup
to all those people having a bad day
to all those people with insecurities
to all those people just having a hard time, Don't forget
your weakness today
is your strength tomorrow
it always gets better
your loved ones will remain in your hearts
you always have the memories
love yourself
stand up for yourself
money can't buy happiness
those lovers
just weren't right
don't abuse yourself
don't abuse others
kill them with kindness
treat people with kindness
we have all had these times
there will always be a hole in our chests
but
let's all be each others' strength
Neither you're
black
white
LGBTQ+
Christian
Atheist
etc.
love yourself
love others
don't cut
don't kill
don't criticize
don't beg
don't do drugs
don't starve yourself
don't starve others
We aren't supposed to do any of that
just keep your strength
keep your faith
don't change because you were told to
be yourself.
all the love,
Kiki
@maryannlorilla472
Skies are crying
I am watching
Catching tear drops in my hands
Only silence
Has an ending
Like we never had a chance
Do you have to
Make me feel like
There is nothing left of me
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
As the smoke clears
I awaken
And untangle you from me
Would it make you
Feel better
To watch me while I bleed
All my windows
Still are broken
But I'm standing on my feet
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Go run run run
I'm gonna stay right here
Watch you disappear ya yaa
Go run run run
Ya it's a long way down
But I am closer to the clouds up here
You can take everything I have
You can break everything I am
Like I'm made of glass
Like I'm made of paper
Go on and try to tear me down
I will be rising from the ground
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
Like a skyscraper
@youguesswho
(Verse 1)
Waking up early, the day has just begun,
Books and notes piled high, under the morning sun,
As the eldest, responsibilities weigh heavy on my shoulders,
Balancing studies and chores, feeling like a soldier.
(Chorus)
Oh, the struggles of being a student and the panganay
Juggling tasks and expectations every single day,
But I'll push through, I'll stand tall,
For education and family, I'll give my all.
(Verse 2)
Late-night study sessions, burning the midnight oil,
Trying to excel, facing challenges and toil,
Guiding my siblings, setting an example bright,
Leading the way, through the darkest night.
(Chorus)
Oh, the struggles of being a student and panganay,
Navigating through obstacles in my own unique way,
But I'll persevere, I'll never sway,
For a better tomorrow, I'll pave the way.
(Bridge)
Dreams in my heart, determination in my soul,
Striving for success, to reach my ultimate goal,
With faith and courage, I'll overcome each test,
In the journey of life, I'll give my best.
(Chorus)
Oh, the struggles of being a student and panganay,
Facing challenges head-on, come what may,
But I'll keep moving forward, day by day,
For a brighter future, I'll find my own way.
@PillowMusic
Find Demi Lovato on:
Famous Artist 🎤 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPI3mzpqd2g&list=PLMh3ppne4EzPoqMB6TF7xB6ODnKCzMJgP
Billionaires💸 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YacnBq9muM&list=PLMh3ppne4EzOIQiurpWNfxMktAJYrS8wP
Ancient Philosophers💫 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0l4YYIam5tY&list=PLMh3ppne4EzN2Bct7oOC60RK8v9qnTBxZ
Pillow Beats 🎵 - https://www.youtube.com/@PillowBeatsMusic
@Neymarjrfan2332
Thx ☺
@helendavies4628
Bless you stay strong
@JellieCarpio-ut4qp
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@ChristinaRicks144
Thank Demi for this song, lots of tears!
@gonzagakelvin-vc4ld
wooo
@tahishalyfontanez981
This song kept me alive and going when my world shattered by domestic violence and I was able to run. It’s been 10 years and best decision I made and this song helped me go through it .
@Maikevb
You are so strong!!
@demiritchie5437
Stay strong
@abdelkaderbeldelmi2907
Stay strong and keep up ❤️