I Miss the Misery
Halestorm Lyrics


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Oh, I miss the misery

I've been a mess since you stayed
I've been a wreck since you changed
Don't let me get in your way
I miss the lies and the pain
The fights that keep us awake
I'm telling you

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

I've tried but I just can't take it
I'd rather fight than just fake it ('cause I like it rough)
You know that I've had enough
I dare ya to call my bluff
Can't take too much of a good thing
I'm telling you

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

Just know that I'll make you hurt
(I miss the lies and the pain what you did to me)
When you tell me you'll make it worse
(I'd rather fight all night than watch the TV)
I hate that feeling inside
You tell me how hard you'll try
But when we're at our worst
I miss the misery

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me

I miss the rough sex
Leaves me a mess
I miss the feeling of pains in my chest
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts

I don't miss you, I miss the misery




I don't miss you, I miss the misery
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

Overall Meaning

In "I Miss the Misery," Halestorm paints a vivid picture of a dysfunctional relationship where the singer misses the pain and drama that came with it. It's a love-hate relationship that's characterized by fights that keep them awake, bad things, lies, and blame games. The lyrics reveal that the singer no longer misses the person but the abuse and the chaos. The chorus sums up the gist of the song by saying that the singer doesn't miss the person but the misery.


The song's lyrics tell a tale of a victim of an abusive relationship, which can be emotional, physical, or psychological. The victim knows it's wrong but has become so familiar with the abuse that they can't imagine life without it. The lines, "I like the kick in the face, And the things you do to me, I love the way that it hurts," indicate that the victim has become desensitized to the pain and even enjoys it. The lyrics "I miss the rough sex, leaves me in a mess, I miss the feeling of pains in my chest," further demonstrate how the victim has normalized the abuse and has grown accustomed to the pain.


The song's upbeat rock melody and the playful tone of the lyrics somewhat mask the seriousness of the theme. Halestorm manages to make a serious topic, such as domestic abuse, more approachable by using a catchy tune and playful lyrics. The song sends the message that abuse is never okay, and no one should tolerate it, however, it's important to recognize the signs and seek help.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh, I miss the misery
The singer misses the pain and drama of their past relationship.


I've been a mess since you stayed
The singer has been emotionally unstable since their partner remained in the relationship with them.


I've been a wreck since you changed
The singer has been emotionally unstable since their partner changed and the relationship was not the same anymore.


Don't let me get in your way
The artist is not trying to impede their ex's life or choices.


I miss the lies and the pain
The artist misses the deceitful behavior and emotional turmoil of the past relationship.


The fights that keep us awake
The singer misses the loud arguments that used to happen between them and their ex-partner.


I'm telling you
The singer is being honest and open about their feelings and thoughts.


I miss the bad things
The artist misses the unpleasant aspects of their former relationship.


The way you hate me
The artist misses the verbal abuse and contempt from their former romantic partner.


I miss the screaming
The artist misses the shouting and angry arguments of their past relationship.


The way that you blame me
The singer misses the way their former partner used to blame them for issues in the relationship.


Miss the phone calls
The artist misses the arguments over the phone with their former partner.


When it's your fault
The singer misses blaming their former partner for relationship issues, even if it was not their fault.


I miss the late nights
The singer misses staying up late to argue with their partner or for other reasons.


Don't miss you at all
The singer does not miss their ex-partner themselves, but the negativity and drama they brought to the relationship.


I like the kick in the face
The artist enjoys the emotionally painful experiences of the past relationship.


And the things you do to me
The artist misses the manipulation and emotional abuse of their ex-partner.


I love the way that it hurts
The singer enjoys the emotional pain and drama that they experienced in the past relationship.


I've tried but I just can't take it
The singer tried to move on from the past relationship but could not.


I'd rather fight than just fake it ('cause I like it rough)
The artist would rather have an argument than pretend to be happy because they enjoy the drama and pain of the relationship.


You know that I've had enough
The artist has reached their limit, but they still miss the pain and drama of the past relationship.


I dare ya to call my bluff
The artist is challenging their ex-partner to test whether their desire to stay away from the relationship is genuine or not.


Can't take too much of a good thing
The singer believes that too much happiness or positivity can be harmful.


Just know that I'll make you hurt
The artist promises to cause their ex-partner pain if they try to come back to the relationship.


(I miss the lies and the pain what you did to me)
The singer misses the deceitful behavior and emotional turmoil caused by their ex-partner.


When you tell me you'll make it worse
The singer expects their former partner to make things even more difficult or painful if they try to come back to the relationship.


(I'd rather fight all night than watch the TV)
The singer prefers to argue and have conflict than to be bored and passive.


I hate that feeling inside
The artist despises the emotional pain and turmoil caused by their past relationship.


You tell me how hard you'll try
The artist expects their former partner to try to come back to the relationship despite knowing how toxic it is.


But when we're at our worst
The singer knows that even at their lowest point, they still enjoy the emotional pain and drama of the past relationship.


I miss the rough sex
The singer misses the emotionally charged and intense sexual encounters from their past relationship.


Leaves me a mess
The artist admits that the rough sex often left them emotionally drained and unstable.


I miss the feeling of pains in my chest
The artist misses the extreme emotional and physical pain caused by their past relationship.


I don't miss you, I miss the misery
The artist does not miss their ex-partner, but the toxic and painful aspects of their past relationship.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Christine Connolly, Elizabeth Hale, Scott C. Stevens

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@marsha4253

Lyrics:
Oh, I miss the misery

I've been a mess since you stayed
I've been a wreck since you changed
Don't let me get in your way
I miss the lies and the pain
The fights that keep us awake
I'm telling you

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

I've tried but I just can't take it
I'd rather fight than just fake it ('cause I like it rough)
You know that I've had enough
I dare ya to call my bluff
Can't take too much of a good thing
I'm telling you

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

Just know that I'll make you hurt
(I miss the lies and the pain what you did to me)
When you tell me you'll make it worse
(I'd rather fight all night than watch the TV)
I hate that feeling inside
You tell me how hard you'll try
But when we're at our worst
I miss the misery

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me

I miss the rough sex
Leaves me a mess
I miss the feeling of pains in my chest
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts

I don't miss you, I miss the misery
I don't miss you, I miss the misery
I don't miss you, I miss the misery



@Scalavius

[Verse 1]
I've been a mess since you stayed
I've been a wreck since you changed
Don't let me get in your way
I miss the lies and the pain
The fights that keep us awake-ake-ake
I'm tellin' you!

[Refrain]
I miss the bad things, the way you hate me
I miss the screamin', the way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls when it's your fault
I miss the late nights, don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

[Verse 2]
I've tried but I just can't take it
I'd rather fight than just fake it ('cause I like it rough)
You know that I've had enough
I dare you to call my bluff
Can't take too much of a good thi-ing
I'm tellin' you!


[Refrain]
I miss the bad things, the way you hate me
I miss the screamin', the way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls when it's your fault
I miss the late nights, don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

[Bridge]
Just know that I'll make you hurt
I miss the lies and the pain, what you did to me
When you tell me, you'll make it worse
I'd rather fight all night than watch the TV
I hate that feelin' inside
You tell me how hard you'll try
But when we're at our worst
I miss the misery

[Refrain]
I miss the bad things, the way you hate me
I miss the screamin', the way that you blame me
I miss the rough sex, leaves me a mess
I miss the feeling of pains in my chest
Miss the phone calls when it's your fault
I miss the late nights, don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

[Outro]
I don't miss you, I miss the misery!
I don't miss you, I miss the misery!



@ChildrenOfBodomHaTeCrEw

Oh, I miss the misery

I've been a mess since you stayed
I've been a wreck since you changed
Don't let me get in your way
I miss the lies and the pain
The fights that keep us awake
I'm telling you

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

I've tried but I just can't take it
I'd rather fight than just fake it ('cause I like it rough)
You know that I've had enough
I dare ya to call my bluff
Can't take to much of a good thing
I'm telling you

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts
I don't miss you, I miss the misery

Just know that I'll make you hurt
(I miss the lies and the pain what you did to me)
When you tell me you'll make it worse
(I'd rather fight all night than watch the TV)
I hate that feeling inside
You tell me how hard you'll try
But when we're at our worst
I miss the misery

I miss the bad things
The way you hate me
I miss the screaming
The way that you blame me

I miss the rough sex
Leaves me a mess
I miss the feeling of pains in my chest
Miss the phone calls
When it's your fault
I miss the late nights
Don't miss you at all
I like the kick in the face
And the things you do to me
I love the way that it hurts

I don't miss you, I miss the misery
I don't miss you, I miss the misery
I don't miss you, I miss the misery



@swamibubba

Lyrics
Ohhh, I miss the misery!

I've been a mess since you stayed,
I've been a wreck since you changed,
Don't let me get in your way,
I miss the lies and the pain,
The fights that keep us awake-ake-ake
I'm tellin you!

I miss the bad things,
The way you hate me,
I miss the screaming,
The way that you blame me!
Miss the phone calls,
When it's your fault,
I miss the late nights,
Don't miss you at all!
I like the kick in the face,
And the things you do to me!
I love the way that it hurts!
I don't miss you, I miss the misery!

I've tried but I just can't take it,
I'd rather fight than just fake it (cause I like it
Rough),
You know that I've had enough,
I dare ya to call my bluff,
Can't take to much of a good thing
I'm tellin you!

I miss the bad things,
The way you hate me,
I miss the screaming,
The way that you blame me!
Miss the phone calls,
When it's your fault,
I miss the late nights,
Don't miss you at all!
I like the kick in the face,
And the things you do to me!
I love the way that it hurts!
I don't miss you, I miss the misery!

Just know that I'll make you hurt,
(I miss the lies and the pain what you did to me)
When you tell me you'll make it worse
(I'd rather fight all night than watch the TV)
I hate that feelin inside
You tell me how hard you'll try
But when we're at our worst
I miss the misery

I miss the bad things,
The way you hate me,
I miss the screaming,
The way that you blame me.

I miss the rough sex,
Leaves me a mess,
I miss the feeling of pains in my chest!
Miss the phone calls,
When it's your fault,
I miss the late nights,
Don't miss you at all!
I like the kick in the face,
And the things you do to me!
I love the way that it hurts!
I don't miss you, I miss the misery!

I don't miss you, I miss the misery!

Written by Christine Danielle Connolly, Elizabeth Mae Hale, Scott Christopher Stevens • Copyright © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc, BMG Rights Management US, LLC



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