Able
Gavin Friday Lyrics


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Don’t tell me you love me, I can feel your rage
Green eyes burning fatal, like a cat in a cage
You lie like a baby, licking your wound
The silence is deadly and our love is doomed

I wanna be able, to hold my own, to breathe without drowning, to find a home,
I want you to love me, don’t want you to lie.
Its all up for the taking, it’s the road to ruin
And there’s no hearts breaking, no song out of tune
You look for attention, you sometimes cry
I even love when you hate me, Oh baby you’re strange

I wanna be able, to tell you my name, to laugh without trying, to know no shame,
Touch without feeling, feeling your pain, feeling your pain, feeling…

In my life / and my soul, my little life / deep inside, way inside / now I know
I know I know I know…

Don’t stop, keep up, walk talk, fall down, break up, life and love
Hiding and cold waiting for the dawn…
A Godsend, love a landslide, something inside, I can’t let go…

I wanna be able, to find my own, I want you to love me, if you don’t you can lie.
Lie like a lover, don’t wanna be alone, I wanna be able… I wanna be able…




…to find my own, …to find my own… to find my own… I wanna be Able…
…I wanna be able… Able

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Gavin Friday's song "Able" depict a tumultuous relationship that is filled with deep emotions and conflicting feelings. The persona of the song is in love with someone who struggles with rage, jealousy, and attention-seeking behavior, which often results in lies and arguments. The metaphor of "green eyes burning fatal, like a cat in a cage" expresses the sense of danger and unpredictability that characterizes this relationship. Despite the difficulties, the persona deeply loves the other person and craves their love in return. The chorus "I wanna be able, to hold my own, to breathe without drowning, to find a home, I want you to love me, don’t want you to lie" expresses the desire for stability, honesty, and mutual respect in the relationship. However, the final lines of the song "Lie like a lover, don’t wanna be alone, I wanna be able… I wanna be able… to find my own" suggest that this might be an unattainable goal, and that the persona is caught in a cycle of love and pain.


Overall, the lyrics of "Able" are poignant and deeply emotional, portraying a complex and realistic portrayal of a troubled relationship. The use of metaphors and vivid imagery enhances the impact of the song, making it both relatable and evocative.


Line by Line Meaning

Don’t tell me you love me, I can feel your rage
The singer can sense the anger and hostility of the person claiming to love them, and doubts the sincerity of their feelings.


Green eyes burning fatal, like a cat in a cage
The person's intense, dangerous gaze is compared to that of a trapped animal, indicating deep-seated pain and desperation.


You lie like a baby, licking your wound
Despite their tough exterior, the person is emotionally vulnerable and tries to ease their pain through deceit and self-pity.


The silence is deadly and our love is doomed
The lack of communication and emotional distance in the relationship may result in tragic consequences, and the artist fears the worst for their love.


I wanna be able, to hold my own, to breathe without drowning, to find a home,
The artist desires independence, freedom from overwhelming emotions, and a sense of belonging and stability.


I want you to love me, don’t want you to lie.
The singer longs for genuine love and honesty from the person, even though they doubt the possibility of it happening.


Its all up for the taking, it’s the road to ruin
The situation is unpredictable and risky, and could lead to disastrous consequences despite the potential rewards.


And there’s no hearts breaking, no song out of tune
Nobody seems to care or be affected by the tumultuous nature of the relationship, and everything seems perfectly fine on the surface.


You look for attention, you sometimes cry
The person craves validation and empathy, and reveals their vulnerable side, alternating between seeking help and pushing others away.


I even love when you hate me, Oh baby you’re strange
The artist has conflicting emotions towards the person, and is drawn to their mysterious and enigmatic nature despite the pain and confusion it causes.


I wanna be able, to tell you my name, to laugh without trying, to know no shame, Touch without feeling, feeling your pain, feeling your pain, feeling…
The singer desires genuine intimacy with the person, free from fear, inhibitions, and emotional numbness. They want to connect with their pain as a way of understanding and empathizing with them.


In my life / and my soul, my little life / deep inside, way inside / now I know I know I know I know…
The artist has gained self-awareness and insight into their own feelings and desires, and acknowledges their limitations and innermost vulnerabilities.


Don’t stop, keep up, walk talk, fall down, break up, life and love Hiding and cold waiting for the dawn… A Godsend, love a landslide, something inside, I can’t let go…
The unpredictability and challenges of life and relationships are acknowledged, along with the fear, detachment, and inner turmoil that the singer experiences. Yet, they cling to the hope and serendipity of love and its transformative power.


I wanna be able, to find my own, I want you to love me, if you don’t you can lie. Lie like a lover, don’t wanna be alone, I wanna be able… I wanna be able… …to find my own, …to find my own… to find my own… I wanna be Able… …I wanna be able… Able
The singer asserts their independence and self-reliance, while also expressing their desire for a genuine love that is based on mutual understanding and respect. Despite the doubts and uncertainties, the singer believes in their own strength and resilience, and desires to be able to own their life and emotions.




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Comments from YouTube:

Michael Amidei

As a music fan, songwriter, and performer myself, I really appreciate the style, creativity and depth of Mr. Gavin's work. I wish there were more like him. :)

Johan Fredrik Holst

Awesome video!

Bipolar Empire

Nice one Kevin.... (And Gavin of course!)

Andrei Kalashnikov

YeaHHH!Man

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