Don't look back
God des and She Lyrics
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But I never had yours
I followed you back to the end of the path,
But I never found the door
And you can work to save your love
You can bear it from the earth below
Oh, oh but you have to know
Don't look back all you'll ever get
Is the dust from the steps before
I don't have to see you every day,
But I just want to know you're there
Quietly took to the dark of the day
And the hiss of the summer night
The heat of the breeze was a cell block wall
And when I looked you were out of sight
And you can work to save your love
You can bear it from the earth below
You can work but you can't let go
Oh, oh but you have to know
Don't look back all you'll ever get
Is the dust from the steps before
I don't have to see you every day,
But I just want to know you're there
And you can work to save your love
You can bear it from the earth below
You can work but you can't let go
Oh, oh but you have to know
Don't look back all you'll ever get
Is the dust from the steps before
I don't have to see you every day,
But I just want to know you're there
Don't look back all you'll ever get
Is the dust from the steps before
I don't have to see you every day,
But I just want to know you're there
Don't look back all you'll ever get
Is the dust from the steps before
I don't have to see you every day,
But I just want to know you're there
Don't look back all you'll ever get
Is the dust from the steps before
The song "Don't Look Back" by God des and She reminds us that sometimes we have to let go of things that we love, even if it hurts. The song is about chasing after someone who may not feel the same way, and how the pursuit can ultimately lead to disappointment. The first verse references the Greek myth of Orpheus and Persephone, where Orpheus tries to rescue his wife Eurydice from the underworld but fails. The lyrics suggest that the singer has similarly failed to capture the affection of their loved one, despite their efforts.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of moving forward and not dwelling on the past. The line "all you'll ever get is the dust from the steps before" suggests that looking back on what could have been will only lead to frustration and sadness. The final lines of the chorus, "I don't have to see you every day, but I just want to know you're there," express a desire to maintain some connection with the person, even if a romantic relationship may not be possible.
The second verse uses sensory imagery to describe a failed attempt to reconnect with the loved one. The "cell block wall" created by the heat of the breeze suggests a feeling of confinement and isolation. The final lines of the verse echo those of the first, emphasizing that despite the singer's attempts to save their love, they may need to accept that it cannot be salvaged.
Overall, the song presents a bittersweet message about letting go of unrequited love and moving forward. It acknowledges the pain of chasing after someone who may not return your feelings, while also recognizing the importance of finding closure and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Orpheus melted the heart of Persephone
Even though Orpheus was able to win over Persephone, I was never able to win over your heart.
But I never had yours
Unfortunately, I was never able to earn your love or affection.
I followed you back to the end of the path
I pursued you diligently, always following you until the end of the road.
But I never found the door
In spite of my efforts, I was never able to find the entrance into your heart.
And you can work to save your love
There is always hope in repairing and preserving a romantic relationship.
You can bear it from the earth below
You can carry it with you, even to the depths of the earth.
You can work but you can't let go
You can work hard to save your relationship, but you cannot let it go completely.
Oh, oh, but you have to know
Ultimately, it's essential to understand and accept these truths about relationships.
Don't look back
It's detrimental to keep looking back at the past, and it prevents individuals from moving forward.
All you'll ever get is the dust from the steps before
All you'll see is what has already occurred, and nothing will change or evolve over time.
I don't have to see you every day
The frequency of encountering each other need not be a constant source of stress.
But I just want to know you're there
It's comforting to simply know if the other person is present, even if no interaction takes place.
Quietly took to the dark of the day
The singer moved forward in the quiet, dark hours of the day.
And the heat of the summer night
They also moved on during the hot, steamy hours of summer nights.
The heat of the breeze was a cell block wall
Despite the freeing nature of a gentle wind, the oppressive heat made it feel like a barrier.
And when I looked you were out of sight
At times, when the artist would glance, the person they were seeking would no longer be visible.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ZOOEY DESCHANEL
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