Tongue Tied
Free Throw Lyrics
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Waiting in the back of my mind, cannot say that
Daily dose of my own regret
An unset feelings that I won't forget
So I speak the truth and the empty things in bottle
With everything I have a diary but put into to a song
Everything I ever meant to say but always said it wrong
It's like standing on the edge so I can contemplate the fall
Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you'd stay?
And how we always make you ever would have stayed
what we call your way
stumbling in everything you say
So I'm contemplating the fall
I'm contemplating the fall
What I said is what I meant, I'm just tongue tied
not left untied
With everything I have a diary but put into to a song
With everything I have a diary but put into to a song
Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you'd stay?
with everything you say
The lyrics of Free Throw's song Tongue Tied are about struggling to express oneself, particularly in a relationship. The singer is haunted by missed opportunities to say what they really mean, and is burdened with regret over things left unsaid. The phrase "tongue tied" is used to describe the feeling of being unable to articulate one's thoughts and emotions, and the frustration that arises from wanting to express oneself but feeling blocked.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has a history of bottling up their feelings and not communicating them effectively. This creates a kind of internal conflict where the singer is simultaneously aware of their own feelings and regrets, but unable to openly express them. The repetition of the phrase "With everything I have a diary but put into a song" reinforces the idea that the singer is using their art to externalize their emotions and finally express what they have been holding back.
The relationship between the singer and the person they are addressing in the song is strained and uncertain. The line "Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you'd stay?" implies that there was a promise made that may not have been kept, adding to the singer's frustration and disappointment. The repeated phrase "contemplating the fall" suggests that the singer is struggling with a decision - perhaps whether to leave the relationship or take a risk and be more vulnerable.
Line by Line Meaning
What I said is what I meant, I'm just tongue tied
I intended to convey exactly what I said but I struggle to express myself verbally
Waiting in the back of my mind, cannot say that
There's something I'm holding back and can't muster the courage to speak it out
Daily dose of my own regret
Every day I'm plagued by remorse for my actions or inaction
An unset feelings that I won't forget
There's an emotion I've been unable to process or resolve and it's still haunting me
So I speak the truth and the empty things in bottle
I try to be honest but it feels like my words lack substance or impact
With everything I have a diary but put into to a song
I journal my experiences and feelings but sometimes they inspire me to write a song instead
Everything I ever meant to say but always said it wrong
I have good intentions but often fail to communicate them effectively
Every day I dialed your number, I just never made the call
I wanted to reach out to you but couldn't overcome my fear or indecisiveness
It's like standing on the edge so I can contemplate the fall
I feel like I'm dangling on the brink of something uncertain or risky and considering the potential consequences
Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you'd stay?
I remember you promised to always be there for me but now it feels like you've abandoned me
And how we always make you ever would have stayed what we call your way stumbling in everything you say
Even though we had a tumultuous relationship, I always hoped you'd stick around and be true to yourself, but now your words and actions seem inconsistent and unsure
So I'm contemplating the fall
I'm contemplating the fall
I'm still grappling with a difficult decision or situation and weighing the risks and benefits
Contributed by Claire A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mostdays444
[Verse 1]
What I say is what I get
I’m just tongue tied
Waiting in the back of my mind
“You’re not worth it.”
A daily dose of my own regret
And unsaid feelings that I won’t forget
So I speak the truth into empty cans and bottles (it’s a problem)
[Chorus]
The definition of a diary but put into a song
Everything I ever meant to say but always said it wrong
Every day I dial your number I just never make the call
It’s like standing on the edge so I can contemplate the fall
[Verse 2]
Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you’d stay
And that we’d always make it better if it ever went astray?
I guess that liars aren’t compatible, that’s why we parted ways
It doesn’t change the fact I still believe in everything you say
So I’ll contemplate the fall (x2)
[Bridge]
What I say is what I get
I’m just tongue tied
Lets just get this over with
A knot left untied
[Conclusion]
The definition of a diary but put into a song (x2)
Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you’d stay
(And I'll contemplate the fall)
It doesn’t change the fact I still believe in everything you say
(And I'll contemplate the fall)
Because I do (x2)
@ShoopityDoopity
“Did you forget you said ‘forever’ when I asked how long you’ll stay?”
I like that line.
@madim9739
I felt it in my core.
@joeymadara7266
Those yells is what made me fall in love with this. Once i read the lyrics it officially confirmed my love
@jessicafowler6913
Such an underrated band
@videogamepro964
Jessica Fowler I know. Funny how were the only ones here.
@solongsuicide9
*we're
@aamarks2186
You still listening to them?
@sincarisma1457
134k followers
Where's the underrated?
@adam3168
This song is my anthem right now. Can't wait till I'm out of these feelings. But I'll always remember this song for getting me through
@mostdays444
[Verse 1]
What I say is what I get
I’m just tongue tied
Waiting in the back of my mind
“You’re not worth it.”
A daily dose of my own regret
And unsaid feelings that I won’t forget
So I speak the truth into empty cans and bottles (it’s a problem)
[Chorus]
The definition of a diary but put into a song
Everything I ever meant to say but always said it wrong
Every day I dial your number I just never make the call
It’s like standing on the edge so I can contemplate the fall
[Verse 2]
Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you’d stay
And that we’d always make it better if it ever went astray?
I guess that liars aren’t compatible, that’s why we parted ways
It doesn’t change the fact I still believe in everything you say
So I’ll contemplate the fall (x2)
[Bridge]
What I say is what I get
I’m just tongue tied
Lets just get this over with
A knot left untied
[Conclusion]
The definition of a diary but put into a song (x2)
Did you forget you said forever when I asked how long you’d stay
(And I'll contemplate the fall)
It doesn’t change the fact I still believe in everything you say
(And I'll contemplate the fall)
Because I do (x2)