I Loved You
Ellee Duke Lyrics
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Taste like poison
Even though it's bad for me
I'm still enjoying it
Falling in a downward spiral and I
Hate it love it at the same damn time
I think you're the devil
Make me want to sin
Let me in
It's gonna get real ugly
When you break my heart
Cuz now I'm all addicted to the dark
But you've got me where you want me
I don't even know how this happened
I think you're the devil mmm
I think you're the devil
When I've tried to walk away
Haunt my memory
Don't look at me
I know I need to get my head straight
Should I go to work or fling myself into the ocean
At least then I would be free instead of frozen
Like a bird I want to fly
I want to feel alive
Oh oh
I think you're the devil
Make me want to sin
Showin' up like knock knock
Let me in
It's gonna get real ugly
When you break my heart
Cuz now I'm all addicted to the dark
But you've got me where you want me
I don't even know how this happened
I think you're the devil mmm
I think you're the devil
When I've tried to walk away
Haunt my memory
Don't look at me
I know I need to get my head straight
I think you're the devil
You make me want to sin
Showin' up like knock knock
Let me in
It's gonna get real ugly
When you break my heart
Cuz now I'm all addicted to the dark
But you've got me where you want me
I don't even know how this happened
I think you're the devil mmm
I think you're the devil
But you've got me where you want me
I don't even know how this happened
I think you're the devil mmm
I think you're the devil
In "I Think You're the Devil," Ellee Duke expresses the addictive and dangerous nature of a toxic relationship. She describes the person she is with as the devil, someone who makes her want to sin and takes control over her life. Even though she is aware that being with this person is bad for her, she is still enjoying it and feels trapped in the relationship. The line "I'm all addicted to the dark" highlights the fact that she is attracted to the darkness and chaos that the relationship brings despite knowing the cost.
The chorus emphasizes the idea that the person she is with has power over her, showing up uninvited and drawing her back in despite her attempts to leave. The line "It's gonna get real ugly when you break my heart" suggests that she knows the relationship is doomed to fail, but she is still bound by her addiction.
The second verse explores the internal conflict of wanting to break free and fly away, but feeling trapped and frozen in the toxic relationship. The line "Should I go to work or fling myself into the ocean" shows the desperation and confusion she feels, torn between the mundane obligations of life and the desire for freedom.
Overall, "I Think You're the Devil" is a powerful portrayal of the dangerous allure of toxic relationships and how they can consume and control a person's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I notice when you're kissing me
I am aware of the toxicity of our relationship
Taste like poison
Our relationship is harmful like poison
Even though it's bad for me
I know that our relationship is unhealthy
I'm still enjoying it
But I cannot resist the temptation to continue
Falling in a downward spiral and I
Our relationship is making me spiral out of control
Hate it love it at the same damn time
I simultaneously love and hate our relationship
I think you're the devil
I believe that you are the cause of my destructive behavior
Make me want to sin
You tempt me to do things I know are wrong
Showin' up like knock knock
You arrive unexpectedly
Let me in
And I cannot resist letting you back into my life
It's gonna get real ugly
I know that our relationship will end badly
When you break my heart
And you will inevitably hurt me deeply
Cuz now I'm all addicted to the dark
But I am already addicted to our negative relationship
But you've got me where you want me
And you have complete control over me
I don't even know how this happened
I cannot explain how I fell into this trap
When I've tried to walk away
Even though I tried to leave you
Haunt my memory
You still remain in my thoughts and memories
Don't look at me
I cannot even bear to face you
I know I need to get my head straight
I am aware that I need to break free from our toxic relationship
Should I go to work or fling myself into the ocean
I feel torn between my obligations and my desire to escape
At least then I would be free instead of frozen
I feel trapped like a bird in a cage
I want to feel alive
But I long to break free and live a fulfilling life
Oh oh
A cry of despair
You make me want to sin
You continue to tempt me towards destructive behavior
But you've got me where you want me
Again, you have complete control over me
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Daniel Pashman, Ellee Duke
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dan Leslie
Ellee, Love your style and your heartfelt words. This songs relates to a lot of people. Your voice is so tender and reaches your soul. What a gift you share with all of for us. Marilyn
Kent Gordon
looks live, sounds mixed...nice work, beautiful vocals
Glenn Lewis
This song is as good as Adele's Someone Like You and was written long before that song.I felt the singer's pain.Great job.
Samuel Serech
Amazing voice I love it.
Danielle Lowe
Gorgeous tune, Tom. And super vocals Ellee! hugs♥dani
samantha magers
amazing vocals amazing guitar amazing all around
Chelsea Raya
Gorgeous voice and song.
Michelle Wall
This is a great song!!! Love.
HowlingTom
amazing !! i love this song!!
hayward7293
Beautiful, beautiful song. I can relate to it too.