Save You
Emilie Lyrics
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As being torn to pieces by a loving hand
How do I save you from a voice so soft
As that which acquiesces to your each demand
How do I look upon the eyes I love
And send them down this path, I know it isn't right
How do I make you realize my love
That there is more to fear than strangers in the night
How do I save you
How do I set you free
Behind the curtain waits a darker world
If I can't make you leave
How can I save you from me
I think you've had enough experience
To differentiate between a heart of gold
And what you cradle in your gentle arms
Can you not recognize a soul already sold
How do I save you from the things I've been
I can't deny the past, it's written on my face
How do I save you from the mess you're in
When I can't make you leave this torturous embrace
How do I save you
How do I set you free
Behind the curtain waits a darker world
If I can't make you leave
How can I save you from me
The lyrics to Emilie Autumn's song "Save You" present the singer's internal conflict as she struggles with wanting to protect her loved one from a harmful relationship while also acknowledging her own dark past and potential to do harm. The opening lines present the paradox of a "fate so sweet" – a loving hand tearing her loved one to pieces. The singer is aware of the danger her loved one is facing but cannot find a way to intervene without causing harm. She recognizes the acquiescence in her loved one's voice, and the danger in that as it enables the harmful relationship.
The singer also questions how she can make her loved one understand that there is more to fear than just strangers in the night. She recognizes that her own dark past is written on her face and that she cannot deny it, making it hard for her to save her loved one from the mess they're in. She implores her loved one to differentiate between a "heart of gold" and a "soul already sold," indicating that she herself may be the latter. The chorus "How do I save you? How do I set you free?" is repeated throughout the song, expressing her desperation to help her loved one. But, behind the curtain, waits a darker world, and the singer is afraid she may need saving from herself.
Overall, the song is a poignant exploration of the complexity of love, the difficulties of protecting a loved one, and the internal turmoil of recognizing one's own darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
How do I save you from a fate so sweet
How can I protect you from a destiny that seems idyllic, but will ultimately result in your downfall?
As being torn to pieces by a loving hand
Specifically, how do I prevent you from being destroyed by the person you love most?
How do I save you from a voice so soft
What can I do to rescue you from someone who seemingly always gives in to your every whim and desire?
As that which acquiesces to your each demand
How do I stop you from being a slave to someone who seems to give into your every command?
How do I look upon the eyes I love
What can I do when I love you so much, but am aware that the course of action I need to take will hurt you?
And send them down this path, I know it isn't right
How can I live with myself if I force you to make a choice that goes against what you want?
How do I make you realize my love
What can I do to help you understand that my love is meant to protect you from harm, not cause harm?
That there is more to fear than strangers in the night
How can I convince you that there are bigger threats in life than just shadowy figures lurking in the dark?
How do I save you
What can I do to rescue you from your perilous situation?
How do I set you free
What actions can I take to liberate you from the person or situation that is causing you harm?
Behind the curtain waits a darker world
I must reveal to you the dark and painful reality of the situation you are in.
If I can't make you leave
If you insist on staying in a dangerous situation or relationship, then I feel powerless to help you.
How can I save you from me
How do I prevent my own past and issues from hurting you or pushing you away, despite my good intentions?
I think you've had enough experience
You are not naive, you have been through enough to recognize what is truly valuable and important.
To differentiate between a heart of gold
You can tell the difference between someone with good intentions and someone who is trying to manipulate or hurt you.
And what you cradle in your gentle arms
You are currently nurturing and protecting something or someone that may be dangerous or toxic for you.
Can you not recognize a soul already sold
It is important for you to see that the person you are holding onto has already surrendered their soul and may not be able to offer you what you truly need.
How do I save you from the things I've been
What actions can I take to stop my own personal history or issues from negatively affecting you or causing you pain?
I can't deny the past, it's written on my face
Despite my efforts to hide or forget my past, it is always present and evident in my demeanor or actions.
How do I save you from the mess you're in
What can I do to help you out of the tricky and potentially dangerous situation you are currently in?
When I can't make you leave this torturous embrace
I feel helpless to assist you when you are holding onto something or someone that is causing you misery and pain, but refuse to let go.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EMILIE AUTUMN
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