Breathe
Erasure Lyrics
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Now I changed my mind
I was living fast now I'm running on empty
And I feel yeah I feel
You're gonna go, let me go
Breathe, and I breathe
It's bitter without you I can't live without you
Stood the test of time
Though I treated you rough you were always kind
I let my head rule my heart now I'm feeling so lonely
And I feel it's the deal
You're letting me go gonna go
Breathe and I breathe
Hollow without you I can't live without you
And I'm in love with you
Breathe I believe
Empty without you I can't live without you
And I'm in love with you
Breathe, and I breathe
It's bitter without you I can't live without you
And I'm in love with you
Breathe I believe
Empty without you I can't live without you
And I'm in love with you
Breathe I believe
I can't live without you I can't live with you
And I'm in love with you
The lyrics to Erasure's song Breathe express the feelings of love and desperation experienced by the singer. The song begins with the singer painting the city in lights, indicating that he was experiencing joy and vitality. However, the lyrics quickly reveal that the singer is running on empty and is now feeling lonely. He expresses his desire to hold on to his love interest, who is preparing to leave him. The chorus communicates the singer's pain of being without his love interest and his need to "breathe" in order to continue.
The second verse suggests that the singer was not kind to his love interest in the past, but she remained steadfast in her loyalty. The singer now recognizes his past behavior and is feeling the consequences of his actions. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes how deeply the singer needs his love interest and how painful life is without her. The final line, "I can't live without you, I can't live with you, and I'm in love with you," communicates his intense desire for her.
Overall, the song is a powerful expression of love, loss, and desperation that many people can relate to. The lyrics are emotional and heartfelt, and they are perfectly complemented by the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Twenty-seven times I paint the city in lights
I have tried to escape my feelings by indulging in the city nightlife, but it doesn't help.
Now I changed my mind
I realize that I need to face my true feelings and deal with them.
I was living fast now I'm running on empty
My lifestyle used to be exciting, but now it's left me feeling drained and unfulfilled.
And I feel yeah I feel
I am finally acknowledging my emotions and expressing them.
You're gonna go, let me go
We are drifting apart and it's time to let each other go.
Breathe, and I breathe
Taking a deep breath is a reminder to stay calm and composed.
It's bitter without you I can't live without you
I am struggling to move on from the relationship and feel incomplete without you.
And I'm in love with you
Despite the difficult circumstances, I still have strong feelings of love for you.
Stood the test of time
Our relationship has lasted through trials and hardships.
Though I treated you rough you were always kind
I have not always treated you well, but you have always shown me kindness.
I let my head rule my heart now I'm feeling so lonely
I prioritized logic over emotions and now regret it, feeling lonely as a result.
And I feel it's the deal
I accept that the situation is what it is and it's time to move on.
Breathe I believe
Believing in oneself and having faith in the future is important to keep moving forward.
Empty without you I can't live without you
I am still struggling to fill the void you left and cannot imagine life without you.
I can't live without you I can't live with you
Although I can't live without you, I also can't continue living in this limbo.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Andy Bell, Vince Clarke
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jkc2023
Veintisiete veces, pinto la ciudad en luces
Ahora cambié de opinión
Yo estaba viviendo rápido ahora, estoy corriendo en vacío
Y siento que sí me siento
Vas a ir, déjame ir
Respira, y respiro
Es amargo sin ti, no puedo vivir sin ti
Y estoy enamorado de ti
Se a resistió la prueba del tiempo
Aunque te traté duro, siempre fuiste amable
Dejé que mi cabeza gobernara mi corazón ahora me siento tan sola
Y siento que es el trato
Me vas a dejar ir, te vas
Respira y respiro
Hueco sin ti, no puedo vivir sin ti
Y estoy enamorado de ti
Respira, creo
Vacío sin ti, no puedo vivir sin ti
Y estoy enamorado de ti
Respira, y respiro
Es amargo sin ti, no puedo vivir sin ti
Y estoy enamorado de ti
Respira, creo
Vacío sin ti, no puedo vivir sin ti
Y estoy enamorado de ti
Respira, creo
No puedo vivir sin ti, no puedo vivir contigo.
Y estoy enamorado de ti
@louannwolfe7696
The backing vocals were provided by the late Jill Seifers Walsh, the best jazz singer that you have never heard of. A wonderful talent.
@timames4405
What happened?!! I thought two sisters provided the vocals?
@stephenbuffery180
Is that her in vid. ❤
@mikegoutremout1876
I know she appeared on union st and appeared live throughout the touring of that album along with her husband Steve, I’m sure the singers that appeared sung on the track , one being Val Chalmers , the other is not her sister but I’m afraid her name escapes me 😅
@dcharles1828
Amazing live in concert! Such an amazing experience.. Apologies in advice but if you’d like to a listen to a story feel free.. My mother has always been a fan of Erasure. When we heard they were in Newcastle UK, they had already sold out as I was late to hear.. I felt awful not being able to get tickets as my Mum was in the middle of having radiotherapy for a brain tumour.. so as a last resort we stood outside to see if we could buy a couple of tickets. We managed to get two! We went to queue up and ecstatic we were seeing them however we were in totally different ends of the city hall. One ticket was right at the front..the other at the back. Needless to say who go the front ticket. Just before they came on my Mum called and said you’re not going to believe this.. The seat next to her was free as someone was unable to go! So I managed to get to sit next to her after pleading with the steward to do so! What a night.. Mum is in remission now and still enjoying Erasure.. 😬😬😬
@martinwilliams2556
Fab. All the best to you both
@dcharles1828
@@martinwilliams2556 thanks 🙌🏽
@rhondablackburn6841
That’s groovy,, very cool!👍🏻
@ryanswenson
How lovely...💜 Thank you for sharing...🌱 From Yazzoo to Erasure....this 16 year old lost boy was saved by their soulful music.🔥 ...sending love and blessings to you and your mum🙌
@diamondsegundo
Wonderful 🥰