Slow
Dhemo Lyrics

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Pain had really seen its
Golden days when I was
Under your
Broken wing
'Cause you know the art
To molding my self hate
Day to day says
"How dare you run from me

Like you swore
Like you swore" oh
Ah you
Break me down
Break me down slow though
Ah you
Break me down
Break me down slow though
All I know
I know, I know
Won't separate
Won't break off
From my memories of a violent soul
So I
Can't fake anymore
Fold me backwards
For some sense of defense so
I'll feel the weight of my own spine split out
And there I'll find out why
All this time
I never had
No backbone in my stance
Memory withstands all
Your attempt to gaslight
My own sight
But know
Ah you
Break me down
Break me down slow though
Ah you
Break me down
Break me down slow though
All I know
I know, I know
Won't separate
Won't break off
From my memories of a violent soul

So I
Can't fake anymore

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Dhemo's song "Slow" speak to the enduring pain and self-hate experienced in a toxic relationship. The singer reflects on the past, acknowledging that pain seemed more familiar and comfortable when they were under the influence of their partner's broken and suffocating love. They feel trapped in a cycle where their self-hate is constantly shaped and reinforced by their partner. The singer struggles to break free from this toxic dynamic, feeling betrayed by their own inability to escape despite their promises to themselves. The repetition of the line "Break me down slow though" highlights the slow and steady erosion of their self-worth.

The singer recognizes that they have become accustomed to the pain, almost addicted to it. They feel unable to separate themselves from the memories of their partner's violent nature. Despite this, they can no longer pretend or fake strength. They desire some form of defense or protection, even if it means folding themselves backwards and feeling the weight of their own spine split out. This self-destructive act is a desperate attempt to understand why they have lacked a backbone and continuously allowed themselves to be manipulated and gaslighted. The lyrics suggest that despite the attempts to break them down, the singer's memory remains steadfast, resisting their partner's ongoing manipulation.

Overall, "Slow" explores the complex emotions experienced in an abusive relationship, where pain becomes entangled with a sense of familiarity and distorted love. It delves into the struggle of breaking free from this toxicity, the internal battles faced, and the need for self-discovery and empowerment.

Line by Line Meaning

Pain had really seen its Golden days when I was Under your Broken wing
During my time under your influence, I experienced the height of my pain and suffering.

'Cause you know the art To molding my self hate Day to day says 'How dare you run from me Like you swore Like you swore' oh
You have mastered the skill of shaping my self-hatred, constantly reminding me of my inability to escape from it.

Ah you Break me down Break me down slow though
You slowly chip away at my sense of self, breaking me down bit by bit.

All I know I know, I know Won't separate Won't break off From my memories of a violent soul
I refuse to detach myself from the painful memories of my troubled past.

So I Can't fake anymore
I can no longer pretend to be someone I'm not.

Fold me backwards For some sense of defense so I'll feel the weight of my own spine split out
I hope to find some form of protection by folding myself inwards, even if it means bearing the burden of my own brokenness.

And there I'll find out why All this time I never had No backbone in my stance
In that vulnerable state, I will discover why I have always lacked strength and stability in my convictions.

Memory withstands all Your attempt to gaslight My own sight But know
Despite your attempts to distort my perception of reality, my memories remain steadfast.

Ah you Break me down Break me down slow though
Once again, you persistently dismantle my sense of self, but at a slow and deliberate pace.

All I know I know, I know Won't separate Won't break off From my memories of a violent soul
I continue to hold onto the memories of a turbulent and troubled past, refusing to let go or distance myself.

So I Can't fake anymore
I can no longer pretend or put on a false façade.

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Dhemo, Jake Adams

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