I'm a Mess
Ed Sheeran.. Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
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 is a melancholic love ballad that is all about feeling lost and confused in a relationship. In the opening verse, Sheeran describes himself as a mess inside out and searching for a way to surrender, but at the same time, he is not ready to give up. He is unable to understand why he is going through the motions, and he talks about the pain and uncertainty he is experiencing as he and his partner go through the motions of being together.
In the chorus, Sheeran explains that he has always known that he is in love with his partner, and all his hope and words are clearly written on the signs. He describes the flames inside his eyes, his desire to feel the love of his partner, and his willingness to fall in love, even if it is just for one night. In the second verse, Sheeran continues to describe his inner turmoil as he relates his drunkenness to suppress devotion.
Overall, the song's meaning revolves around a confused and uncertain relationship, where Sheeran is trying to navigate his feelings and work out what is happening with his partner. Despite his confusion and desperation, he is unwilling to give up, placing his faith in the love he has for his partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh I'm a mess right now
I am currently very unstable and distressed
Inside out
My emotions and thoughts are in disarray
Searching for a sweet surrender
Looking for a way to let go and find peace
But this is not the end
Although things may be difficult, there is still hope
I can't work it out
I cannot find a solution to my problems
How?
Expressing confusion and frustration
Going through the motions
Just going through the actions without truly feeling it
Going through us
Our relationship is also just going through the motions
And oh, I've known it for the longest time
I have been aware of this for a very long time
And all my hope
Despite everything, my hope remains
All my words are all over written on the signs
My emotions are clearly displayed for you to see
When you're on my road walking me home
When we are together and close
See the flames inside my eyes
Passionate feelings are burning within me
It burns so bright I wanna feel your love
I crave your love and affection
No, easy baby, maybe I'm a liar
I recognize that I may not be trustworthy
But for tonight I wanna fall in love
I want to forget our issues and just enjoy the moment
Put your faith in my stomach
Trust me and my judgment
I messed up this time
I have made a mistake
Late last night
When it was very late
Drinking to suppress devotion
Drinking to numb my feelings of love
With fingers intertwined
Holding hands and being together
I can't shake this feeling now
I cannot rid myself of this emotion
We're going through the motions
We are still together, but it feels empty
Hoping you'd stop
Desiring a change or improvement in our relationship
And oh, I've only caused you pain, you know
I am aware that I have hurt you
That all of my words will always be low
My words and promises may never be enough
Of all the lies spoke
Acknowledging past dishonesty
When you're on my road walking me home
When we are together and close
See the flames inside my eyes
I am still deeply passionate about our relationship
It burns so bright I wanna feel your love
Desiring your love and affection more than ever
And for how long I love my lover
Expressing the longevity and depth of love for my partner
For how long, long I love my lover and now, now
My love for my partner is still going strong at this moment
And I feel love
Expressing my strong emotions of love
I feel it all over now, now, and I feel love
These emotions of love are consuming me
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