The Way You Don't Look At Me
Demi Lovato Lyrics
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'Cause I told me I shouldn't eat
I gained a new vice way more than twice
I've slept on bathroom floors
I lost my temper and locked in my fingers
Looking for answers there aren't really answers for
And I've been to hell and back
'Cause when you say nothing
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
You don't think I see
The way
You don't look at me
Turned off the TV
I close the windows
So tell me what's on your mind
That makes you so selective
I'm not afraid of natural disasters
But I'm so scared if I undress
That you won't love me after
And I've been to hell and back
But this isn't that
'Cause when you say nothing
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
You don't think I see
The way
You don't look at me
The way you don't look at me
The way you don't look at me
Yeah, I've been to hell and back
But this isn't that
As a matter of fact
As a matter of fact
'Cause when you say nothing
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
You don't think I see
The way
You don't look at me
In "The Way You Don't Look At Me," Demi Lovato opens up about her struggles with self-image and the emotional toll it takes on her. The lyrics delve into her experiences with body dysmorphia and the negative impact of society's expectations. Lovato candidly expresses her self-destructive habits, such as extreme dieting and self-harm, as a result of feeling like she doesn't measure up.
The opening lines convey the harsh realities Lovato faces in her quest for perfection. She reveals that she has lost weight rapidly by starving herself, emphasizing the pressure she puts on herself to conform to external standards. She also reveals her self-destructive tendencies, such as sleeping on bathroom floors and losing control of her anger. Lovato acknowledges that she seeks answers to her struggles but finds that they are elusive and difficult to attain.
The chorus highlights the pain caused by someone's indifference. Lovato suggests that when someone remains silent and fails to acknowledge her, it hurts more than the challenges she has overcome in the past. She compares this hurt to her own personal experiences of going through hell and back. Lovato yearns for the person she sings about to recognize the pain they are causing her by their lack of attention.
In the second verse, Lovato addresses her fear of vulnerability. She emphasizes that she is not afraid of natural disasters but is scared that if she reveals her true self, the person she cares about will no longer love her. This fear stems from her insecurities and the belief that her worth is tied to her appearance. Lovato expresses her desire for acceptance and reassurance from the person she sings about.
Line by Line Meaning
Hmm, I've lost ten pounds in two weeks
I have been intentionally restricting my food intake and losing weight rapidly.
'Cause I told me I shouldn't eat
I convinced myself that I shouldn't eat as a way to control my body.
I gained a new vice way more than twice
I developed a new harmful habit or addiction that I engage in frequently.
I've slept on bathroom floors
I have experienced moments of despair and hopelessness, reflected in sleeping on bathroom floors.
I lost my temper and locked in my fingers
I have been overwhelmed with anger to the point of physically clenching my fists.
Looking for answers there aren't really answers for
I have been searching for solutions and understanding in situations where there are no clear answers.
And I've been to hell and back
I have endured incredibly difficult and challenging experiences.
But this isn't that
However, what I am currently going through is different from those past hardships.
'Cause when you say nothing
When you choose not to communicate or express yourself
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
It has a more significant negative impact on me than the challenges I have already conquered
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
This emotional pain is more intense than any moments of happiness or relief.
You don't think I see
You underestimate my ability to perceive and understand what is happening.
The way
The manner or approach
You don't look at me
You avoid making eye contact or acknowledging my existence.
Turned off the TV
I deliberately stopped paying attention to distractions.
I close the windows
I block out external influences and shut myself off.
So tell me what's on your mind
Please share your thoughts and feelings with me.
That makes you so selective
The specific thoughts or emotions you're focusing on are influencing your behavior.
I'm not afraid of natural disasters
I can handle unpredictable and chaotic events.
But I'm so scared if I undress
However, I am deeply afraid of exposing my vulnerabilities and insecurities.
That you won't love me after
I fear that revealing my true self will result in you no longer loving me.
The way you don't look at me
Your lack of attention and avoidance towards me.
Yeah, I've been to hell and back
I have faced unimaginable hardships and overcome them.
As a matter of fact
In fact, it is the reality.
'Cause when you say nothing
When you choose to remain silent and not communicate with me.
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
The impact of your silence is more detrimental to me than any obstacles I have faced before.
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
The pain I feel from your lack of attention surpasses any moments of bliss or contentment that I have experienced.
You don't think I see
You underestimate my ability to perceive and understand what is happening.
The way
The manner or approach
You don't look at me
You avoid making eye contact or acknowledging my existence.
The way you don't look at me
The manner in which you actively avoid looking at me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Caroline Pennell, Jussifer, Julia Michaels, Eren Cannata, Justin Tranter, Demi Lovato
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Ana Paula
|TRADUÇÃO: |
Hmm, perdi quatro quilos e meio em duas semanas
Porque eu disse para mim mesma que não deveria comer
Adquiri um novo vício duas vezes mais
Dormi no chão de banheiros
Perdi meu temperamento e tranquei os meus dedos
Procurando respostas para o que não há respostas
[Pré-Refrão]
E eu estive no inferno e voltei
Mas não é sobre isso
[Refrão]
Porque quando você não diz nada
É muito pior que as coisas que eu já passei e
Isso dói mais quе o tempo que estivе no céu
Você não acha que eu enxergo
O jeito
Que você não olha para mim
[Verso 2]
Desliguei a TV
Fecho as janelas
Então me diga o que está na sua mente
Isso faz de você tão seletivo
Não tenho medo de desastres naturais
Mas tenho muito medo de me despir e você não me amar mais
[Pré-refrão]
E eu estive inferno e voltei
Mas não é sobre isso
[Refrão]
Porque quando você não diz nada
É muito pior que as coisas que eu já passei e
Isso dói mais que o tempo que estive no céu
Você não acha que eu enxergo
O jeito
Que você não olha para mim
[Pós-refrão]
O jeito que você não olha para mim
O jeito que você não olha para mim
[Ponte]
Sim, estive no inferno e voltei
Mas não é sobre isso
De fato
De fato
[Refrão]
Porque quando você não diz nada
É muito pior que as coisas que eu já passei e
Isso dói mais que o tempo que estive no céu
Você não acha que eu enxergo
O jeito
Que você não olha para mim
Kindell K.A
LYRICS
Hmm, I've lost ten pounds in two weeks
'Cause I told me I shouldn't eat
I gained a new vice way more than twice
I've slept on bathroom floors
I lost my temper and locked all my fingers
Looking for answers there aren't really answers for
And I've been to hell and back
But this isn't that
'Cause when you say nothing
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
You don't think I see
The way
You don't look at me
Turned off the TV
I close the windows
So tell me what's on your mind
That makеs you so selective
I'm not afraid of natural disastеrs
But I'm so scared if I undress that you love me after
And I've been to hell and back
But this isn't that
'Cause when you say nothing
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
You don't think I see
The way
You don't look at me
The way you don't look at me
The way you don't look at me
Yeah I've been to hell and back
But this isn't that
As a matter of fact
As a matter of fact
'Cause when you say nothing
It's much worse than things I've overcome and
This hurts harder than my time in heaven
You don't think I see
The way
You don't look at me
Simply Sookie
I love this soft way of singing. Our girl can belt but not every song needs that and she sounds just as good in a softer tone
Angel Salazar
@depressed LustrY ok yes they/them but the girl was only trying to praise Demi and her voice, Demi has said it doesn't really matter if it's with good intentions. So could you stop?
Self-Reliant Swan
I agree! I love love love the belting but this softness is a welcomed change every now and again.
Nick's Anime & Nightcore
@depressed LustrY do yourself a favour. Look at when they came out as non binary. Look at the timing of the comment. :) thank you.
depressed LustrY
Not a girl tho, and their pronouns are they/them please
Marie Cyprien-Taylor
I agree this is nice
Victor Pajardo BeeJeey
"But I'm so scared if I undress that you won't love me after"
Felt that.
Alice Willow
@Malia I think it can be read in both ways (metaphorically and literally). She probably intended that which is the genius behind this line.
Meesha Marie Perez
@Jul es I think that she is saying like if she has sex with somebody they will ghost her after.
C Jaynes
@Siti Nur'ain Mustafa totally i agree. that’s why i said “i personally” just was stating my perception. 💛