Voices
Emaan Lyrics
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Like mine, ringing loud at the red light
Same ones from the last night
Stars are falling down on my crown, call it head lights
I hear voices coming in from the left side
Like mine, ringing loud at the red light
Same ones from the last night
(These) Diamonds on my collarbone
Choke and hold when I'm alone
Running in my blood, can't change me
I can't get enough
These broken friends just stay the same
Promises that don't remain
Wishing that I could've helped you
I pushed and dealt my cards
Told me don't run too far
Big talk from you sittin' in the dark
Come back when I make my mark
Put it to the test, don't test my patience
Coming for my neck, I don't rest, you ain't facing it
Times changing
But I swear
I been out of my mind
I been out of my mind
(These) Diamonds on my collarbone
Choke and hold when I'm alone
Running in my blood, can't change me
I can't get enough
These broken friends just stay the same
Promises that don't remain
Wishing that I could've helped you
Emaan's song "Voices" is about grappling with internal dialogue and pressures from external sources. The first verse talks about hearing "voices" on the left side, which might refer to the left hemisphere of the brain, which is where analytical and logical thinking take place. The voices seem to be loud and persistent, as they ring out even when the singer is stopped at a red light. The stars also fall down on the singer's "crown," which could be a metaphor for the pressure and scrutiny they feel.
The second verse talks about diamonds on the collarbone that choke and hold when the singer is alone. This could represent the weight of expectations, or it might refer to a physical or emotional burden. The "broken friends" and unfulfilled promises discussed later in the verse reinforce the idea of isolation and disappointment.
The chorus repeats the imagery of the diamonds on the collarbone and the idea that they're "running in [the singer's] blood," which reinforces the idea that the pressure and expectations are always present. The singer wishes they could help someone, but it's unclear if that person is a friend or if it's the singer's own self they're referring to.
The third verse seems to address someone specific who told the singer not to "run too far," but it's unclear who that is or what context it's in. The singer is dismissive of the other person's advice, saying they're talking big while sitting in the dark. The singer expresses frustration at other people trying to bring them down, but they also express a determination to prove others wrong. The final lines of the song repeat the idea that the singer feels like they're losing their grip on reality.
Line by Line Meaning
I hear voices coming in from the left side
I hear voices in my head that sound like mine.
Like mine, ringing loud at the red light
The voices in my head are loud and distracting.
Same ones from the last night
I've been hearing these same voices for a while now.
Stars are falling down on my crown, call it head lights
This could be a metaphor for a lot of different things, but it seems like Emaan is saying that the voices in her head are shining too brightly and are too much for her to handle.
Heard you calling out for a sound on my bed side
The voices seem to be calling out to her when she tries to go to sleep at night.
(These) Diamonds on my collarbone
Emaan is talking about the shiny parts of herself that she likes to show off.
Choke and hold when I'm alone
These shiny parts can also feel like a burden when she's alone with her thoughts.
Running in my blood, can't change me
These shiny parts are a part of who Emaan is and she can't change that.
I can't get enough
Despite the burden they sometimes bring, Emaan still loves these shiny parts of herself.
These broken friends just stay the same
Emaan's friends may be falling apart, but at least they don't change like the voices in her head.
Promises that don't remain
People make promises they can't keep, which is frustrating for Emaan.
Wishing that I could've helped you
Emaan wishes that she could have been there for her friends in a more meaningful way.
I pushed and dealt my cards
Emaan is in control of her life and is willing to take risks.
Told me don't run too far
Someone is cautioning Emaan to be careful not to go too far with the risks she's taking.
Big talk from you sittin' in the dark
This person is talking a big game, but not doing anything to back it up.
Come back when I make my mark
Emaan is confident that she'll be successful and wants this person to see that.
Put it to the test, don't test my patience
Emaan is ready to prove that she's capable and doesn't want to be underestimated.
Coming for my neck, I don't rest, you ain't facing it
Emaan is ready for a challenge and won't give up easily, even if someone is coming after her.
Times changing
Things are different now than they used to be.
But I swear
Despite the changes, Emaan is still true to herself.
I been out of my mind
Emaan has been through a lot and it's taken a toll on her mental health.
I been out of my mind
Emaan wants to emphasize how much this has affected her.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Emaan Al-Zadjali
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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