Every Breath You Take
Dire Straits & Sting Lyrics
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Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you
Oh, can't you see you belong to me?
How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I dream at night, I can only see your face
I look around but it's you I can't replace
I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"
Oh, can't you see you belong to me?
How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Every move you make and every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Every move you make, every step you take, I'll be watching you
I'll be watching you
Every breath you take, every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Every single day, every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake (I'll be watching you)
Every single day, every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
Every breath you take, every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Every single day, every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake (I'll be watching you)
Every single day, every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
The song "Every Breath You Take" by Dire Straits and Sting is a haunting ballad that explores themes of obsession and possession. The lyrics describe a person who is watching and monitoring every aspect of their lover's life, from their every breath and every move to the words they speak and the games they play. The singer's jealousy and possessiveness are highlighted in the line "Oh, can't you see you belong to me? How my poor heart aches with every step you take."
The chorus of the song is particularly memorable, with the repetition of the line "I'll be watching you" conveying the sense of constant surveillance and control. The second verse, which begins with the line "Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace", hints that perhaps the object of the singer's obsession has left, and they are struggling to move on. The final lines of the song, "Every single day, every word you say, every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you", suggest that the singer's obsession is ongoing and that they are unable to let go.
Overall, "Every Breath You Take" is a dark and brooding song that explores the darker side of love and desire. It has become a classic and is often cited as one of the greatest songs of all time.
Line by Line Meaning
Every breath you take and every move you make
I am paying close attention to your every action and decision.
Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Even when you think you're free of me, I will remain closely aware of your movements and choices.
Every single day and every word you say
My vigilance over you is constant and unending.
Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you
Whether you're trying to deceive someone else or just spending time alone, I will always be observing you.
Oh, can't you see you belong to me?
I feel a sense of possession over you and believe that you should stay under my control.
How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Your actions are causing me intense emotional pain and distress.
Every move you make, and every vow you break
No matter what promises you make or actions you take, I will be keeping track of them all.
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Even when you're trying to put on a false facade, I will be able to see through it and remain attentive to your true intentions.
Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I am experiencing a deep sense of loss and confusion now that you're not around.
I dream at night, I can only see your face
You're constantly on my mind, even when I'm asleep.
I look around but it's you I can't replace
No matter how hard I try, I can't find anyone else to fill the void left by your absence.
I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I am deeply lonely and yearning for the warmth and comfort of your physical presence.
I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"
Despite the pain and suffering you've caused me, I still can't help but feel a desperate need to have you back in my life.
I'll be watching you
This phrase is repeated at the end of each verse, underscoring the singer's obsessive focus on the object of their affection.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Gordon Sumner
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Every breath you take
Every move you make
Every bond you break
Every step you take
I'll be watching you
Every single day
Every word you say
Every game you play
Every night you stay
I'll be watching you
Oh, can't you see
you belong to me
How my poor heart aches
with every step you take
Every move you make
Every vow you break
Every smile you fake
Every claim you stake
I'll be watching you
Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I dream at night, I can only see your face
I look around but it's you I can't replace
I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"
@woahwoahwalter
I danced with my girl in the woods to this song. It was a summer evening; the sun was going down. Everything was perfect. I will never forget that experience. She's beautiful.
EDIT: YES. I know that this song is about a stalker, I knew that long before we danced. 😂😂😂
We first kinda of bonded over Stranger Things… and so we kinda started talking about the Snowball, and slow dancing together as time went on…since Mike and Eleven danced to this song at the end of the season, we thought it would be romantic for us to do it as well… AND we’re both onto classic 80’s music like this too, so it just made sense.
Also, the likes are insane… Thank you all! ❤
@alberttjahjadi3124
Anyone watching in April 2024?
@Fokettos._.
Me :>
@ey3s0re_christ12
Right here with ya.✌️
@princessyunyun23
Me 5/4/24
@user-im9km7qs2i
Hello😊
@watcher171
One of the best song ever
@mrmajikjr
This is the kind of song a father dedicates to his son-in-law...
@OliverSalt
mrmajikjr hahaha
@boshjairdlee9682
Genius !
@mrmajikjr
@Andreas Petrikkos That parts to the daughter he lost, and if the son-in-law slips up... he'll be watching him.