Come to Me
Gretchen Parlato Lyrics


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Come to me
I'll take care of you
Protect you
Calm, calm down
You're exhausted
Come lie down
You don't have to explain
I understand

You know
That I adore you
You know
That I love you
So don't make me say it
It would burst the bubble
Break the charm

Jump off
Your building's on fire
And I'll catch you
I'll catch you
Destroy all that is keeping you down
And then I'll nurse you
I'll nurse you
I'll protect you

You know
That I adore you
You know
That I love you
So don't make me say it




It would burst the bubble
Break the charm

Overall Meaning

The song "Come to Me" by Gretchen Parlato is a beautiful and soulful ballad that speaks of unconditional love and support between two individuals. The lyrical content of the song is an expression of absolute devotion, where the singer reassures the listener that they will always be there for them, through thick and thin. The opening lines "Come to me, I'll take care of you, protect you, calm down" are particularly poignant as they offer comfort and solace to the listener, indicating that the person singing these words will always be there for them.


The song beautifully captures the idea of standing by someone no matter what challenges they may face. The second verse, "Jump off, your building's on fire, and I'll catch you, I'll catch you" shows the kind of depth of love that is willing to go the extra mile no matter what the situation is. This kind of unwavering love is further expressed in the lyrics, "Destroy all that is keeping you down and then I'll nurse you, I'll nurse you, I'll protect you." The idea of getting rid of all that's holding a person back and building them up from scratch is emblematic of true love, showing deep commitment to the other person.


Overall, "Come to Me" is a deeply moving and heartfelt song that captures the essence of love, support, and standing by someone through thick and thin. The lyrics talk about a love that is unconditional and knows no boundaries, and the result is a song that is both beautiful and powerful.


Line by Line Meaning

Come to me
I beckon you to approach me


I'll take care of you
I will provide for you and attend to your needs


Protect you
Shield you from harm or danger


Calm, calm down
Relax, ease your anxieties


You're exhausted
You're physically or mentally drained


Come lie down
Rest and seek comfort in my company


You don't have to explain
No need to elaborate, I comprehend your situation


I understand
I empathize with you


You know
You are aware


That I adore you
I hold you dear and cherish you


That I love you
I have deep affection and attachment towards you


So don't make me say it
There is no need for me to express it verbally


It would burst the bubble
It might ruin the perfect atmosphere we have right now


Break the charm
Disrupt the magical moment we are sharing


Jump off
Take a leap of faith


Your building's on fire
Your current situation is greatly alarming


And I'll catch you
I'll be there to rescue you


Destroy all that is keeping you down
Eliminate all the obstacles that hinder your progress


And then I'll nurse you
I'll attend to your physical and emotional needs


I'll protect you
I'll continue to be your guardian




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