Broken Over You
Grace Mitchell Lyrics


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Tripping on words that I didn't say
Getting so lost in my head games
Making me feel kinda cold inside
I feel like leaving and I don't know why

When you're around
I go crazy
Let my hair down
Call me a fool
I get a little broken over you
I get a little broken over you

Trying so hard that I can't speak
I feel a little scared this time around
I don't really care when I hear your words
Sounds so sweet that it kind of burns

When you're around
I go crazy
Let my hair down
Call me a fool
I get a little broken over you
I get a little broken over you

Tell me how you feel when you see me
Does it feel real in the right way
Is it like love when you look inside
Even if its not then I wish you'd lie

When you're around
I go crazy
I let my hair down
Call me a fool
I get a little broken over you




I get a little broken over you
I get a little broken over you

Overall Meaning

In Grace Mitchell's song "Broken Over You," the lyrics describe the emotions and thoughts that come with being in a confusing, complicated relationship. The first verse mentions feeling lost and cold inside, as if the relationship causes more harm than good. Despite this, the chorus reveals that the presence of the other person ("When you're around") causes the singer to "go crazy" and feel "broken over you." This suggests that, while the relationship is complicated and potentially harmful, the singer still feels a strong attachment to the other person.


The second verse delves further into the singer's fear and uncertainty regarding the relationship, admitting that they "don't really care" about the consequences of hearing sweet words from the other person. The bridge of the song asks the other person to be honest about their feelings, even if it means lying about them. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the conflicting emotions that the singer feels, torn between the desire to leave and the pull of their attachment to the other person.


Overall, "Broken Over You" captures the confusion, fear, and longing that can come with being in a relationship that is both intoxicating and harmful.


Line by Line Meaning

Tripping on words that I didn't say
I am struggling to speak my truth, and the unspoken words are causing me distress and confusion.


Getting so lost in my head games
My own thoughts and doubts are causing me to lose sight of reality and become mentally trapped.


Making me feel kinda cold inside
The emotional disconnect between us is causing me to feel numb and empty.


I feel like leaving and I don't know why
The pull to escape from this situation is strong, despite my lack of understanding about the root cause.


When you're around
Your constant presence in my life intensifies my emotions.


I go crazy
I become overwhelmed and lose control of my thoughts and actions.


Let my hair down
I allow myself to be vulnerable and authentic around you.


Call me a fool
I know that my feelings may not be reciprocated, yet I still cannot help being drawn to you.


I get a little broken over you
Your effect on me is strong and leaves me feeling shattered and vulnerable.


Trying so hard that I can't speak
I am attempting to express my feelings, but my efforts are leaving me tongue-tied and helpless.


I feel a little scared this time around
The fear of rejection and heartbreak is weighing heavily on me, especially because I care so much.


I don't really care when I hear your words
Despite my initial lack of investment, your words still have the power to evoke strong emotions within me.


Sounds so sweet that it kind of burns
The tantalizing allure of your words, although tempting, is causing me emotional pain.


Tell me how you feel when you see me
I am trying to decipher your feelings for me, and the uncertainty is unsettling.


Does it feel real in the right way
I am questioning whether the connection we share is authentic and meaningful.


Is it like love when you look inside
I am longing for a deeper, more profound connection with you.


Even if its not then I wish you'd lie
The truth may be difficult to accept, so I wish you would lie and tell me what I want to hear.




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Comments from YouTube:

Benebneb

Why she isn't more popular I will never know. Her voice makes me cry. I honestly can say I love her voice. Thanks for being alive and with us.

Anthony Trujillo

We had jazz choir together in middle school! She's come so far, this is fantastic!

Renee Cordier

This is such a good song 🎶 I’ve been listening to it since day one ☝️

Carina S.

OMG, this song is amazing! ❤️

Maranda Stewart

Grace, you should make music videos of you!! I thought this was going to be one. Proud of how far you've come. I remember you playing for the class way back in Cottage grove :)

Andrew S

This is beautiful. Talented singer. Very good song.

DTT

so proud of you Grace! glad we could spend each summer together as kids!

Ashley

This is so good omg. I love this original performance, and the Hippie Sabotage remix is great imo.

The Duuude

Beautiful voice this is real music.

Abhishek Nair

Why doesn't this have a million hits?

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