Her
HOTS Lyrics
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Dinner table yelling at the television
Getting high before noon
Your sister stole your pills again
Won't you ever learn a little?
Try and cut the cord, hit the lights
See the space heater drying up the floorboards
Offer nothing, never change
Look inside us, all the same
You'll find nothing you can save
But try and stitch up grandpa's Tommy's
Blackout, am I better now?
I saw my family off their face as I was graduating
And that's how yeah, you pass it down
Can't pretend like you wanted that
Sit me down and give me the confessional
Stay together for the kid
Isn't that original? Never know
I'll grow up and learn that we were poor
Money talks, but it never tells you
Love is more important (important)
Nothing special, family name
I'll never find the will to change
And if I could, I would stay the same
Blackout, am I better now?
I saw my family off their face as I was graduating
And that's how yeah, you pass it down
Hereditary, maybe see if I grow into something
So now it's bottles breaking
See the whole house is shaking
Let's open up, tear down the walls and sink into the basement
And that's how yeah, you pass it down
Can't pretend like you wanted that
You pass it down
Always selfish, still the same
Maybe I've been in the way
Don't cast shame, oh, I'm so sorry
Blackout, am I better now?
I saw my family off their face as I was graduating
And that's how yeah, you pass it down
Hereditary, maybe see if I grow into something
So now it's bottles breaking
See the whole house is shaking
Let's open up, tear down the walls and sink into the basement
And that's how yeah, you pass it down
Can't pretend like you wanted that
You pass it down
Now it's bottles breaking
The whole house is shaking
See it's bad foundation
Oh, you've grown complacent
Now it's bottles breaking
The whole house is shaking
So just have one but don't have trust or any conversations
The lyrics to HOTS's song "Her" touch on themes of family dysfunction, addiction, and the cycle of destructive behavior that can be passed down through generations. The opening lines, "Blackout, am I better now?", express a sense of self-reflection and questioning, hinting at the singer's struggles with addiction and their desire for change.
The verse describing a dinner table scene with yelling and drug use before noon paints a picture of a chaotic and dysfunctional family dynamic. The line "Try and cut the cord, hit the lights, see the space heater drying up the floorboards" suggests a desperate attempt to escape or numb the pain through drug use and self-destructive behaviors.
The chorus, "Blackout, am I better now? I saw my family off their face as I was graduating, and that's how yeah, you pass it down" reveals the singer's experience witnessing their family members under the influence during a significant milestone in their life. It reflects the devastating impact substance abuse can have on familial relationships and the fear of perpetuating the same patterns.
The verse about the confessional and staying together for the sake of the child implies a strained and unhappy marriage. The line "Money talks, but it never tells you love is more important" highlights the prioritization of material wealth over emotional well-being within the family.
The bridge, with the imagery of bottles breaking, the whole house shaking, and tearing down walls to sink into the basement, represents the destruction and chaos that addiction can bring to a family. The phrase "pass it down" is repeated, emphasizing the intergenerational cycle of harmful behaviors.
Overall, the lyrics of "Her" delve into the darkness and complexity of family dynamics, addiction, and the longing for change and break free from destructive patterns.
Line by Line Meaning
Blackout, am I better now?
After losing consciousness, do I feel any improvement in my state of being?
Dinner table yelling at the television
Engaging in heated arguments during meals while watching TV
Getting high before noon
Using drugs to alter one's state of mind early in the day
Your sister stole your pills again
Your sibling took away your medication once more
Won't you ever learn a little?
Can't you acquire some knowledge and understanding?
Try and cut the cord, hit the lights
Attempt to sever ties and swiftly turn off the lights
See the space heater drying up the floorboards
Observe the heater evaporating the moisture from the wooden floor
Offer nothing, never change
Provide no value, remain constant in behavior
Look inside us, all the same
Examine our inner selves and realize our similarities
You'll find nothing you can save
You won't discover anything worth rescuing
But try and stitch up grandpa's Tommy's
But attempt to mend the wounds of your grandfather Tommy
I saw my family off their face as I was graduating
I witnessed my relatives under the influence when I was completing my education
And that's how yeah, you pass it down
That's how, indeed, you inherit and transmit such behavior
Can't pretend like you wanted that
Can't feign as if you desired those circumstances
Sit me down and give me the confessional
Cause me to sit and engage in a confession
Stay together for the kid
Remain in a relationship for the sake of the child
Isn't that original? Never know
Isn't that unique? You never truly comprehend
I'll grow up and learn that we were poor
I'll mature and recognize that we lacked wealth
Money talks, but it never tells you
Money has influence, but it doesn't disclose everything
Love is more important (important)
Affection holds greater significance
Nothing special, family name
Nothing remarkable about our family's reputation
I'll never find the will to change
I'll never discover the motivation to alter myself
And if I could, I would stay the same
And if I had the choice, I would remain unchanged
So now it's bottles breaking
Hence, bottles are shattering
See the whole house is shaking
Notice the entire house trembling
Let's open up, tear down the walls and sink into the basement
Let's expose ourselves, dismantle barriers, and descend into the underground
Can't pretend like you wanted that
Can't pretend as if you desired such circumstances
Always selfish, still the same
Perpetually self-centered, yet unchanged
Maybe I've been in the way
Perhaps I've been obstructing progress
Don't cast shame, oh, I'm so sorry
Don't place blame on me, oh, I sincerely apologize
Now it's bottles breaking
Now bottles are shattering
The whole house is shaking
The entire house is trembling
See it's bad foundation
Recognize that it has a weak base
Oh, you've grown complacent
Oh, you've become content and unambitious
So just have one but don't have trust or any conversations
So simply consume one, but don't possess trust or engage in any discussions
Hereditary, maybe see if I grow into something
Inherited traits, perhaps observe if I develop into someone meaningful
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Brandon Blakely, Christopher Freeman, Nathan Sanville, Ryan Malicsi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chanel M
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Avenue: 11:55
I can't Breath -
Focus - 19:50
As I Am - 31:20
Do To ME - 35:22
Something Keeps Pulling Me Back - 39:02
2 -42:17
My Song - 45:26
Let Me In - 51:22
Lights On -56:18
I'm not okay - 59:57
Rather Be - 1:03:25
Sometimes -
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