One Whole Me
Dev Lemons Lyrics
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Then what's that say about me?
If you're packed in all the cracks in my heart
Then what fills them if you leave?
You know that I love you, baby
Don't take it personally
But you can't be my other half
I gotta be one whole me
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
I used to feel pale in the face if you left me for a day
If I want you to stay, it's gotta be okay to be
Away from you, there's no excuse
But I'll miss you even when we're in the same room
And now I love alone time as much as I love you
Give me your love, but save some for yourself
Give me your love, but give me just enough
Don't wanna waste our time being the only thing on each other's minds
If I can't breathe without you, baby
Then what's that say about me?
If you're packed in all the cracks in my heart
Then what fills them if you leave?
You know that I love you, baby
Don't take it personally
But you can't be my other half
I gotta be one whole me
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
Ooh, na-na-na-na-na
The lyrics of Dev Lemons's song "One Whole Me" explore the idea of self-discovery and the importance of maintaining individuality within a relationship. The singer acknowledges their deep love for their partner, but also recognizes the need to be a complete person on their own. The opening lines, "If I can't breathe without you, baby / Then what's that say about me?" highlight the dependency the singer feels on their partner, questioning their own sense of self if they can't function independently.
The next lines, "If you're packed in all the cracks in my heart / Then what fills them if you leave?" further emphasize this sense of dependence. The singer acknowledges that their partner has become an integral part of their life, filling the emotional voids within them. However, they also ponder what will happen if their partner were to leave and question how they would cope with the emptiness that would follow.
Despite their deep love, the singer sends a message to their partner, expressing the need for individuality within the relationship. They state, "I gotta be one whole me," emphasizing the importance of maintaining their own identity and personal growth. The lyrics convey the idea that both partners should have their own lives and interests outside of the relationship, allowing for personal fulfillment and a more balanced partnership.
Overall, "One Whole Me" explores the balance between love and independence, highlighting the importance of self-identity and personal growth within a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
If I can't breathe without you, baby
If I am so dependent on you that I cannot function without you
Then what's that say about me?
What does that reveal about my self-worth and independence?
If you're packed in all the cracks in my heart
If you are the sole source of emotional fulfillment in my life
Then what fills them if you leave?
What will fill the void and loneliness in my heart if you choose to go?
You know that I love you, baby
You are aware of my deep affection for you, my dear
Don't take it personally
Please understand that it is not a reflection of your worth as a person
But you can't be my other half
However, I cannot rely solely on you to complete me
I gotta be one whole me
I need to find my own individuality and be complete within myself
I used to feel pale in the face if you left me for a day
I used to feel drained and incomplete when you were not by my side, even for a short time
If I want you to stay, it's gotta be okay to be
If I desire your presence, I must learn to be comfortable in solitude as well
Away from you, there's no excuse
I cannot justify my inability to function independently when you are not with me
But I'll miss you even when we're in the same room
Even in your physical presence, I will crave your attention and long for your companionship
And now I love alone time as much as I love you
I have come to appreciate and value my personal space and alone time as much as I adore you
Give me your love, but save some for yourself
Share your love with me, but remember to prioritize your own self-love and well-being
Give me your love, but give me just enough
Show me affection and care, but do not overwhelm me with excessive dependency on your love
Don't wanna waste our time being the only thing on each other's minds
We should not spend all our time consumed with thoughts of each other, as it would be a waste of our potential and personal growth
Writer(s): Jondren Hwang, Dev Lemons
Contributed by Caden M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@cymeyers1255
What I think is really interesting about dev's music is that most experimental music takes conventions of underground music and experiments on them, whereas dev lemons experiments and extrapolates on what would otherwise be fairly conventional pop tropes, making it a really unique listen, cause nobody else seems to be doing it
@dev_lemons
:,) this is so sweet!! thank u!!
@yahirbear
You ever heard of Charli xcx
@sadhill38again
its pop style as stromae racine carrée
@druwon3147
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@hipwitthekids793
i love dev's music but I mean, you can't ignore the whole genre of experimental pop and hyperpop and say this type of things
@maxhedman
Dev's music is like itching a scratch that you can't itch any other way because it's in the fifth dimension of your back but their music is a scratcher that goes through to the fifth dimension and scratches it
@dev_lemons
!WOW!!!!! THANKS!!!
@tobyzooey
so true
@arigrey8499
Me and my boyfriend are currently on a break in our relationship because its becoming a lot for us and our mental health. A song about healthy boundaries is just what I needed thank you dev!