First Love
Do Not Attempt Lyrics
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When shes long gone and I don't have to be with her
Crashes in my mind like a meteor
When she was gone why was I still seeing her
I can't break it down wish it wasn't complex
But there's moving pieces when you're treated like a project
Showing some respect, why is that a foreign concept
Ima tell you now, can't wrap my head around it
When we were apart you still made me feel surrounded
Threw away my heart in hopes I never found it
Broke up all my trust so my new girl could ask about it
People told me rumors that I never would believe
Tell you in the end. I did not end up relieved
What I heard was true, should have been prepared to leave
I stayed where I was, guess I didn't like to breathe
That time in our lives
Couldn't get it all right, yeah yeah
So many fights
That would haunt me at night
Never was told I would deal with all this
When I was young ignorance was so bliss
Some people are just not meant to be missed
First love in my life. Regret from the first kiss
You never did care when you did what did
I was left behind to carry burdens of your sin
I swallowed the lost as you carried off your win
I took all the cost while you got under my skin
You tried to mess with my mental
You shopped for a home when what you wanted was a rental
Didn't wanna be sentimental
Being straight forward is way too simple
But love isn't easy. It's real and takes time
Definition doesn't mean guy after guy, after guy, after guy, after guy, after guy
Oh my, but you found a way to leave me dead inside
Never did I wanna talk bad
That's not who I am, but this is just sad
You just made me see that I really couldn't add
Cuz you and me means I had the numbers off a tad
Luckily I'm happy now
Safe and sound in the arms of who cares if I'm around
Got you out the background
I nearly drowned but I'm glad I didn't back down
It was all a journey, but I wish you all the best
March madness like a tourney, had left me in a wreck
Guess I'll always have a piece of it left
Hope you found peace with who was on deck
That time in our lives
Couldn't get it all right, yeah yeah
So many fights
That would haunt me at night
Never was told I would deal with all this
When I was young ignorance was so bliss
Some people are just not meant to be missed
First love in my life. Regret from the first kiss
That time in our lives
Couldn't get it all right, yeah yeah
So many fights
That would haunt me at night
Never was told I would deal with all this
When I was young ignorance was so bliss
Some people are just not meant to be missed
First love in my life
Regret from the first kiss
First love in my life
Regret from the first kiss
First love in my life
Regret from the first kiss
First love in my life
Regret from the first kiss
Regret from the first kiss
The lyrics of "First Love" by Do Not Attempt explore the complex emotions and experiences associated with a failed first love.
The first verse sets the tone by expressing the initial misconception that moving on from the person would be easy. The repetition of the phrase "when she was gone" suggests that even when physically separated, the memories and thoughts of the person continue to linger and affect the singer. The metaphor of a crashing meteor emphasizes the sudden and impactful nature of these thoughts.
The second verse delves into the confusion and difficulty of navigating a relationship where one is treated as a project rather than as a person deserving of respect. The singer questions why respect seems foreign, highlighting the inherent imbalance and lack of genuine connection. The line "oh he's got next when we hadn't even stopped yet" suggests that others were already moving on to the next relationship while the singer was still in the midst of the turmoil.
The third verse reflects on the aftermath of the relationship, where rumors and betrayals added to the already strained emotional state. The singer acknowledges that they should have been prepared to leave, but internalized their pain instead. The line "guess I didn't like to breathe" could imply that staying in the toxic relationship was more comfortable than facing the unknown.
The chorus highlights the struggles and regrets associated with first love. The repeated phrase "couldn't get it all right" emphasizes the difficulties faced during that time. The line "some people are just not meant to be missed" suggests that some relationships, even though emotionally significant, are not meant to stand the test of time.
The fourth verse delves into the manipulation and emotional damage inflicted by the former partner. The singer describes feeling used and discarded, while the other person moved on without care. The line "you tried to mess with my mental" emphasizes the psychological impact of the relationship.
The verse continues with the theme of love's complexity, criticizing the notion that love is simply a series of casual encounters. The line "love isn't easy, it's real and takes time" challenges the superficial understanding of love. The proclamation that the other person left the singer feeling "dead inside" underscores the deep hurt caused by their actions.
The final verse expresses a newfound happiness and contentment after moving on from the toxic relationship. The singer reflects on the journey and wishes the best for the former partner. The reference to "March madness like a tourney" symbolizes the chaotic and unpredictable nature of their relationship. The concluding line "hope you found peace with who was on deck" suggests that the singer has found peace by letting go and wishes the same for the other person.
Overall, "First Love" delves into the complexities and aftermath of a failed first love, exploring themes of emotional manipulation, regret, and personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Honestly, I thought it would be easier
I underestimated how difficult it would be
When shes long gone and I don't have to be with her
I thought I would feel relief when she was gone
Crashes in my mind like a meteor
Thoughts of her still haunt me even though she left
When she was gone why was I still seeing her
Even when she was absent, her presence lingered in my mind
I can't break it down wish it wasn't complex
I struggle to understand why it's so complicated
But there's moving pieces when you're treated like a project
Being treated as a project adds complexity and complications
Showing some respect, why is that a foreign concept
Treating each other with respect is unfamiliar to us
Oh he's got next when we hadn't even stopped yet
Moving on to someone new without closure from our previous relationship
Ima tell you now, can't wrap my head around it
I struggle to comprehend the situation
When we were apart you still made me feel surrounded
Even when apart, I still felt her presence around me
Threw away my heart in hopes I never found it
She discarded my heart, hoping I would never recover it
Broke up all my trust so my new girl could ask about it
She destroyed my trust, causing my new partner to question it
People told me rumors that I never would believe
I received rumors that I initially dismissed as unbelievable
Tell you in the end. I did not end up relieved
In the end, I didn't find the relief I had hoped for
What I heard was true, should have been prepared to leave
The rumors turned out to be true, and I should have been ready to leave
I stayed where I was, guess I didn't like to breathe
I remained in a suffocating situation because I didn't value my own well-being
That time in our lives
A specific period of our lives
Couldn't get it all right, yeah yeah
We couldn't handle everything perfectly
So many fights
We had numerous arguments
That would haunt me at night
The fights would disturb and trouble me during the night
Never was told I would deal with all this
No one warned me that I would face all these challenges
When I was young ignorance was so bliss
In my youth, I didn't realize the difficulties of love
Some people are just not meant to be missed
Some individuals are not worth missing
First love in my life. Regret from the first kiss
The initial love and the first kiss are now regretful for me
You never did care when you did what did
You never showed any concern for the consequences of your actions
I was left behind to carry burdens of your sin
I was left to bear the weight of the negativity caused by your behavior
I swallowed the lost as you carried off your win
I accepted the loss while you celebrated your victory
I took all the cost while you got under my skin
I paid the price while you deeply affected me
You tried to mess with my mental
You attempted to manipulate my thoughts and emotions
You shopped for a home when what you wanted was a rental
You searched for a permanent commitment when you only desired something temporary
Didn't wanna be sentimental
You avoided getting emotional
Being straight forward is way too simple
Communicating honestly and directly is considered too easy for you
But love isn't easy. It's real and takes time
Love is not effortless; it requires genuine effort and patience
Definition doesn't mean guy after guy, after guy, after guy, after guy, after guy
Love is not defined by constant romantic involvement with multiple partners
Oh my, but you found a way to leave me dead inside
You managed to emotionally drain and leave me feeling empty
Never did I wanna talk bad
I never wanted to speak ill of you
That's not who I am, but this is just sad
This situation is disheartening, even though it's not my nature to speak negatively
You just made me see that I really couldn't add
You made me realize that I couldn't contribute positively to the relationship
Cuz you and me means I had the numbers off a tad
Because you and I together didn't result in a successful equation
Luckily I'm happy now
Fortunately, I am currently content and fulfilled
Safe and sound in the arms of who cares if I'm around
I am secure and loved by someone who values my presence
Got you out the background
I managed to remove you from being a constant presence in my life
I nearly drowned but I'm glad I didn't back down
I faced adversity and almost succumbed to it, but I'm relieved I didn't give up
It was all a journey, but I wish you all the best
Our relationship was a learning experience, and I genuinely hope you find happiness
March madness like a tourney, had left me in a wreck
The chaotic and unpredictable nature of our relationship left me emotionally devastated
Guess I'll always have a piece of it left
I will always carry some remnants of our past together
Hope you found peace with who was on deck
I hope you have found inner peace with your subsequent romantic partner
First love in my life
My initial experience of love
Regret from the first kiss
I feel remorseful about our first kiss
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, O/B/O DistroKid, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: PEARSON, JOHNNY PEARSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@idonthaveaname3924
Notice 4 Life: Never beg for Love. True Love is given to you voluntarily! Everything else is toxic or Ego❌❗️
@zyzzzzzzzz
This comment is underrated!
@idonthaveaname3924
@Lhiwelo Ritse I agree! Thx✌️😃
@zyzzzzzzzz
Yw! Man..
@SamanthaLloydMusic
I said I would never. But now I find myself on the verge of it.
@atikahlilian1797
Thankyou.. im tired of pleasing people i loved
@jamiejensen4287
When someone says they aren't ready for you it doesn't mean they aren't ready for themselves. They say that because they don't want YOU. Truth cures.
@laputa_ghibli3389
😂😂😂😂😂
@moonlightstargem1006
And they are a shitty person lol
@dk6173
@J boh Elijah Damn that's good! I guess in the end we all want to be loved.