I'm a Mess
Ed S. Lyrics
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Inside out
Searching for a sweet surrender
But this is not the end
I can't work it out
How?
Going through the motions
Going through us
And oh, I've known it for the longest time
And all my hope
All my words are all over written on the signs
When you're on my road walking me home
Home, home, home, home
See the flames inside my eyes
It burns so bright I wanna feel your love
No, easy baby, maybe I'm a liar
But for tonight I wanna fall in love
Put your faith in my stomach
I messed up this time
Late last night
Drinking to suppress devotion
With fingers intertwined
I can't shake this feeling now
We're going through the motions
Hoping you'd stop
And oh, I've only caused you pain, you know
That all of my words will always be low
Of all the lies spoke
When you're on my road walking me home
Home, home, home, home
See the flames inside my eyes
It burns so bright I wanna feel your love
No, easy baby, maybe I'm a liar
But for tonight I wanna fall in love
And put your faith in my stomach
And for how long I love my lover
For how long I love my lover and now, now
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (and I feel love)
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now
For how long, long I love my lover
The song "I'm A Mess" by Ed Sheeran talks about the struggle of being in a relationship when one is not sure of their feelings. The first verse talks about feeling lost and searching for a sense of surrender. The second verse mentions the singer's tendency to cause pain, but still hoping their partner would stay. The chorus mentions the strong desire to feel loved despite feeling like a mess. The line, "See the flames inside my eyes" indicates the intensity of the desire for love. The bridge part of the song talks about how long the singer would love their lover for, implying that their love may not be consistent.
One interpretation of the lyrics is that the singer is experiencing conflicting emotions in their relationship. They may have strong feelings of love, but also doubt and fear, causing them to feel like a "mess." Despite the uncertainty, they want to fall in love and be loved in return, but they are unsure of how long those feelings will last.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I'm a mess right now
I am emotionally unstable and overwhelmed at the moment
Inside out
My inner feelings are exposed and I feel vulnerable
Searching for a sweet surrender
I am seeking a way to let go and find peace within myself
But this is not the end
Despite my struggles, I know that there is still hope and that things will get better
I can't work it out
I am unable to find a solution to my problems
How?
I am expressing my confusion and uncertainty about my situation
Going through the motions
I am just going through the motions of life without feeling truly present or engaged
Going through us
My relationship is also just going through the motions and lacking emotional depth
And oh, I've known it for the longest time
I have been aware of my problems and issues for a long time
And all my hope
Despite my difficulties, I still hold on to hope
All my words are all over written on the signs
My feelings and thoughts are reflected in my actions and behaviors
When you're on my road walking me home
When I am with you, I feel safe and secure
Home, home, home, home
The idea of being 'home' with you is comforting and reassuring
See the flames inside my eyes
I feel intense emotions and passion
It burns so bright I wanna feel your love
I crave your love and affection to help ease my pain
No, easy baby, maybe I'm a liar
I am acknowledging that I may not always be truthful with you
But for tonight I wanna fall in love
I am seeking comfort and affection, even if it is just temporary
Put your faith in my stomach
I am asking you to trust me and have faith in my feelings for you
I messed up this time
I have made a mistake that has caused problems in our relationship
Late last night
The mistake happened during a late-night incident
Drinking to suppress devotion
I was drinking alcohol to avoid confronting my true feelings
With fingers intertwined
Despite my mistake, we are still holding hands and connected
I can't shake this feeling now
I am struggling to overcome the emotions and guilt associated with my mistake
We're going through the motions
Our relationship is still struggling to overcome the aftermath of my mistake
Hoping you'd stop
I am wishing that you will forgive me and help me move past my mistake
And oh, I've only caused you pain, you know
I am aware that my mistake has caused you emotional pain and hurt
That all of my words will always be low
I am acknowledging that my apologies and explanations may never fully express my regret or fix the situation
Of all the lies spoke
I am admitting to having lied or misled you in the past
And put your faith in my stomach
I am asking for your trust and belief in my feelings for you
And for how long I love my lover
I am reflecting on the strength and depth of my love for you
For how long I love my lover and now, now
My love for you is a constant and enduring part of my life
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now
My love for you has not diminished and is as strong as ever
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now
I still feel the same deep love and affection for you
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (and I feel love)
My love for you is still present and I feel it intensely
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
My love for you is all-consuming and affects every part of me
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
My love is all-encompassing and overwhelms me completely
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
My love for you extends beyond just my heart and affects my entire being
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
My love for you is passionate and intense, and I feel it with every fiber of my being
For how long, long I love my lover, now, now (I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love)
My love for you is an ever-present force in my life
For how long, long I love my lover
I will love you for as long as I live
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ed Sheeran
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lisafoos3948
He's so talented and adorable.
He'll be around for a long, long time!
@TinaEN1
Beautiful performance.
@ms.dorkyswag4750
Yes! He Is Amazing, defently Staying Here For A While!
@mediameds601
I'mSosorryThatyouTook ForEverToReadMyWholeUsername I believe it's spelled definitely
@lisafoos3948
MediaMeds lol. That is a hard word : )
@danielhaywood8029
still is
@GunnarOden
This makes me so happy
@hikizzzz
What about a cover?
@GunnarOden
Rosebud I'm definitively gonna cover this one
@GunnarOden
I've uploaded the cover now! I would love if you checked it out :D