Lacrymosa
Evanescence Lyrics
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Out on your own, cold and alone again
Can this be what you really wanted, baby?
Now that you're gone, feel like myself again
Grieving the things I can't repair and willing
Do not you blame it on me and set your guilt free
I don't wanna hold you back now
I can't change who I am, not this time
I won't lie to keep you near me
And in this short life there's no time to waste on giving up
My love wasn't enough
And you can blame it on me and set your guilt free
And I don't wanna hold you back now, love
Ooh ooh ooh
The opening line of the song Lacrymosa by Evanescence conveys a sense of helplessness and acceptance of one's identity. Despite the desire to change, the persona acknowledges that it is impossible to alter who they are. The following lines suggest that the persona has been left alone, which speaks to a sense of abandonment or betrayal. The rhetorical question, "Can this be what you really wanted, baby?" hints at the possibility that the persona's partner initiated the separation. The second stanza expresses a realization that the persona is beginning to move past the grief and accepting the loss. However, the caveat is that there are some things that they cannot fix or repair. The line "I won't lie to keep you near me" reflects a level of integrity on the persona's part, acknowledging that being truthful is more important than holding onto a person who ultimately doesn't want to stay. The final lines suggest that the persona's love was not enough to keep the relationship together.
Overall, Lacrymosa speaks to themes of acceptance, grief, and the power dynamics within a relationship. The persona acknowledges their flaws and limitations, but also recognizes when it's time to let go. The song also touches on the guilt that can accompany the end of a relationship, but advises against letting it hold one back.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't change who I am
I am unable to alter my essence or true self
Out on your own, cold and alone again
You are isolated, without companionship and feeling the chill of loneliness
Can this be what you really wanted, baby?
Are you genuinely content with the present situation, my dear?
Now that you're gone, feel like myself again
My former sense of self has returned since your departure
Grieving the things I can't repair and willing
I am mourning the irreparable issues while attempting to move on
Do not you blame it on me and set your guilt free
Do not attribute fault to me and release yourself from guilt
I don't wanna hold you back now
I do not want to hinder your future progress
I can't change who I am, not this time
I am incapable of modifying my essence at this moment
I won't lie to keep you near me
I will not deceive you to retain your companionship
And in this short life there's no time to waste on giving up
In this brief existence, there is no excuse for surrendering or relinquishing hope
My love wasn't enough
My affection was inadequate
And you can blame it on me and set your guilt free
You may hold me accountable and absolve yourself of any guilt
And I don't wanna hold you back now, love
I do not want to impede your progress, my beloved
Ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization with no discernible meaning
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: AMY LEE, TERRY BALSAMO
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