Promises
Golan Lyrics
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my mah.
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
yeah yeah
You make me promises that you can't keep,
my mah
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
yeah yeah
my mah
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
yeah yeah
You make me promises that you can't keep,
my mah
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
yeah yeah
You make me promises that you can't keep,
my mah
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
yeah yeah
You make me promises that you can't keep,
my mah You make me promises you can't keep oh,
yeah yeah
In Golan's song "Promises," the lyrics tell a story of a person who has been promised things that were never fulfilled. The repetition of "You make me promises that you can't keep" emphasizes the frustration of the person who has been repeatedly let down by someone they trusted. The use of "my mah" throughout the song adds a personal touch, and suggests that the person who made the promises is likely someone close to the singer.
The tone of the song is both weary and accusatory. The repeated use of "oh yeah yeah" between the verses emphasizes the disappointment the singer feels. Despite the upbeat tempo, the song is tinged with sadness and resignation. The powerful chorus is easy to sing along to and emphasizes the focus of the song - the broken promises that have left the singer hurt and disillusioned.
Overall, Golan's "Promises" is a relatable song that touches on the pain that comes with broken promises. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, and the repetitive nature of the song helps drive home the message of disappointment and betrayal.
Line by Line Meaning
You make me promises that you can't keep,
You frequently assure me of things which you have no capability to fulfill,
my mah.
My dear affectionate term for you
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
You persist in making assurances that are not within your capacity to bring to completion
yeah yeah
A casual expression used to denote agreement or affirmation
You make me promises that you can't keep,
You consistently offer to do things that you are unable to actualize
my mah
A term of endearment highlighting the closeness between us
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
You habitually guarantee me things that you lack the ability to accomplish
yeah yeah
A colloquial phrase used to confirm or acknowledge a statement
You make me promises that you can't keep,
You frequently make assertions that are beyond your power to fulfill
my mah
A familiar term used to express fondness and love
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
You recurrently assure me of things that you lack the competence to bring to fruition
yeah yeah
A casual term used to imply agreement or approval
You make me promises that you can't keep,
You persistently pledge to do things that are outside your capabilities
my mah
An affectionate designation that signifies the close bond between us
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
You consistently guarantee things that you are unable to accomplish
yeah yeah
An expression used to indicate assent or confirmation
You make me promises that you can't keep,
You keep making assurances that are beyond your capacity to fulfill
my mah
A term of respect and affection used to address you
You make me promises you can't keep oh,
You frequently give assurances that you are not competent or able to do
yeah yeah
An informal phrase used to signal agreement or assent
Writer(s): Alexandru Burcea
Contributed by Noah A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Krychol
You Guys are great! Greetings from Warsaw, Poland!! Thank You for amazing gig!:)
@edkemper6128
Dude, this track deserves more views.
@mariusenjoy
Bro's, we need more music like this in 2023...please help
@pungusattah
This video is better than some full length movies...and this song compliments it so well! Amazing
@PavelEStan
Melodia asta e extraordinara! Ma bucur sa gasesc muzica romaneasca electronica de calitate! Keep going!
@mood1005
Please keep doing this kind of music, not for the views, but for our souls, cuz I love way toooo much your music, you are not commercial and that makes u special.
@ChristianSirT
baieti.... fara cuvinte!!! cel mai bun sound made in RO si cred ca pot merge putin mai departe!
@georgevalentin881
Cristian Tudoricu
Sunt din România?
@Tudoricu.Cristian
@George Valentin revin dupa un an mai tarziu , da.. sunt din romania " Formed in 2014, the group has had one of the fastest ascent of the Romanian electronic music scene. "
@flightmax3859
Cristian Tudoricu ....si au mers !,,,,