Breaking Hearts
Grace Mitchell Lyrics

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Blindfolded, step into the danger
Fast lane, obsessed with all the bright lights
Bad dreams have always been my favorite
I'd picture mom a little shaken
Some people say that I'm a cynic
Like a smoking gun on a joyride
Always love the taste of a death wish
Like the Sun, get hotter by the minute

She's running the game, running the game
We live the DJ life, we go out every night
We're barely scraping by so can't we just get by?
Breaking hearts into the night
We never fit the mold, we like to instigate
We made the honor roll fashionably late
Breaking hearts into the night
I could use somebody like a sidekick
To have my back and help me take a hit, breath
Would you bathe and run with me forever?
Don't have to be in love cause we know better
She's running the game, running the game
We live the DJ life, we go out every night
We're barely scraping by so can't we just get by?
Breaking hearts into the night
We never fit the mold, we like to instigate
We made the honor roll fashionably late
Breaking hearts into the night
All these colors and fluorescent lights
Get my body, body should get electrified
Burn the candles out on both sides
Does it feel like trouble when you're near me?
We live the DJ life, we go out every night
We're barely scraping by so can't we just get by?
Breaking hearts into the night
We never fit the mold, we like to instigate
We made the honor roll fashionably late
Breaking hearts into the night
We live the DJ life, we go out every night
We're barely scraping by so can't we just get by?
Breaking hearts into the night
We never fit the mold, we like to instigate

We made the honor roll fashionably late
Breaking hearts into the night

Overall Meaning

In "Breaking Hearts," Grace Mitchell sings about the thrilling but dangerous life of living in the fast lane. The opening lines of the song, "Blindfolded, step into the danger," set the tone for the rest of the lyrics. She is willing to take risks and indulge in things that may be considered taboo or frowned upon by society. The chorus of the song talks about living the life of a DJ, going out every night, and barely scraping by.

The lyrics also suggest a level of self-awareness as Grace talks about being a cynic and enjoying the taste of a death wish. She understands that her lifestyle may not lead to a long and prosperous life, but the thrill of the moment is too alluring to resist. Additionally, there is a sense of camaraderie as she looks for a sidekick to have her back and help her take a hit. This person doesn't necessarily have to be her lover, but someone who understands the risks they take and the consequences that come along with them.

Overall, "Breaking Hearts" is a song about living life on one's own terms, even if it means breaking hearts along the way. It's about finding excitement in the unknown and embracing the chaos that comes with it.

Line by Line Meaning

Blindfolded, step into the danger
I'm taking risks without fully understanding the consequences.

Fast lane, obsessed with all the bright lights
I'm addicted to the excitement that comes with living life in the fast lane.

Bad dreams have always been my favorite
I enjoy the dark side of life and am attracted to things that are considered taboo.

I'd picture mom a little shaken
I know my lifestyle worries my mother and I'm aware of the impact my choices have on those who care about me.

Some people say that I'm a cynic
Others perceive me as negative and skeptical of the world around me.

Like a smoking gun on a joyride
I'm living life recklessly and dangerously, as if I have a loaded weapon in my hand.

Always love the taste of a death wish
I'm drawn to situations that could potentially harm or kill me, often finding pleasure in the risk itself.

Like the Sun, get hotter by the minute
My excitement and energy only increase over time, similar to the way the sun grows hotter as it rises.

She's running the game, running the game
I'm in control and calling the shots, dominating the social scene around me.

We live the DJ life, we go out every night
I'm part of a group that lives for the nightlife and thrives on the energy and excitement of the club scene.

We're barely scraping by so can't we just get by?
We struggle financially, but we want to continue living this lifestyle and refuse to give it up.

Breaking hearts into the night
We're not concerned with the emotional impact our actions have on others and often leave a trail of broken hearts behind us.

We never fit the mold, we like to instigate
We don't conform to society's expectations and often stir up trouble just for the sake of it.

We made the honor roll fashionably late
We may be late to the game, but we plan to make a big impact and be recognized for it.

I could use somebody like a sidekick
I'm looking for someone who can complement my lifestyle and protect me when needed.

To have my back and help me take a hit, breath
This person needs to be supportive and able to help me through difficult times, both physically and emotionally.

Would you bathe and run with me forever?
I'm searching for someone who will stay with me, regardless of the dangerous and often chaotic lifestyle we lead.

Don't have to be in love cause we know better
We know that love won't save us from our destructive tendencies and choose not to pursue it.

All these colors and fluorescent lights
The sensory overload of nightlife fuels us and makes us feel truly alive.

Get my body, body should get electrified
The rush of excitement from a night out is like electricity surging through my body.

Burn the candles out on both sides
We live life to the fullest, often staying up all night and pushing ourselves to the limit until there's nothing left.

Does it feel like trouble when you're near me?
I know that my lifestyle can be dangerous and drag others down with me, and I wonder if being around me feels dangerous to those around me.

Writer(s): Annalise Schiersch, Grace Mitchell, Morgan Taylor Reid

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