In 2010 he released two singles on Innovative Leisure, a subsidiary of Stones Throw Records. His debut album, Will the Guns Come Out, was released on September 27, 2011. The album features eight original songs and three covers.
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Paralyzed
Hanni El Khatib Lyrics
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Like waves in the sea, I'm buried in it
I've been so frozen by the cold, so comatose
So blacked out now, the blood it overflows
'Cause I'm (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Paralyzed
I'm like (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I said I'm (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Paralyzed
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed
Didn't take you long to knock me out (knock me out)
Stole my breath right out my mouth and now it's down
No wasted time
No wasted time
I bet no doubts crossed your mind, but they crossed mine
Oh yeah, they did
I was a kid in your arms
You held me tight
I lost the faith to stay strong
You pushed me down (pushed me down)
Right in the mud
I knew you would, 'cause you came for blood
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed, I said I'm (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Immobilized, and ah (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed
Yeah
And when the flood came in I drowned (drowned, drowned)
Oh yeah, I drowned
And when the walls caved in I screamed (screamed, screamed)
Let me out
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed, and ah (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Immobilized (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed, I said now (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed, said now (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed (ooh-ooh-ooh)
The lyrics of Hanni El Khatib's song "Paralyzed" depict a tumultuous and overwhelming relationship. The singer describes being completely overcome by the intensity of their partner's presence, comparing it to being struck by a ton of bricks or being submerged under waves in the sea. This overwhelming force has left the singer frozen in their emotional state, feeling comatose and unable to respond. The mention of being "blacked out" and having their "blood overflow" indicates the emotional and physical toll that this relationship has taken on them.
The chorus repeats the word "paralyzed," emphasizing the singer's state of being completely immobilized and unable to move forward. This feeling of paralysis is further reinforced by the repetition of the phrase "I'm paralyzed" throughout the song. The short lines in the verses emphasize the brevity and suddenness of the impact, highlighting how quickly and deeply the singer was affected.
The second verse suggests that the partner swiftly and effortlessly knocked the singer out, leaving them breathless and unable to resist. While the partner seems to have no doubts or hesitation, the singer reveals that doubts did cross their mind. The reference to being a "kid in your arms" suggests vulnerability and dependency, and the partner taking advantage of that power dynamic. The imagery of being pushed down into the mud further adds to the sense of being overwhelmed and degraded by the partner's actions.
The bridge depicts the singer's experience as a flood, drowning them both emotionally. The desperation to be released from the suffocating situation is expressed through the line "when the walls caved in I screamed, let me out." This line suggests a longing to escape and find freedom from the emotional turmoil.
Overall, "Paralyzed" explores the themes of overwhelming love, power dynamics, and emotional entrapment within a relationship. It portrays the singer as being consumed and rendered immobile by their partner's actions.
Line by Line Meaning
You came all over me like a ton of bricks
You entered my life with great force and intensity
Like waves in the sea, I'm buried in it
I am overwhelmed and consumed by your presence
I've been so frozen by the cold, so comatose
I have become emotionally numb and unresponsive
So blacked out now, the blood it overflows
I am overwhelmed by negative emotions and they consume me
'Cause I'm (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Paralyzed
I am emotionally and mentally paralyzed
I'm like (ooh-ooh-ooh)
So paralyzed
I am completely unable to move forward or make decisions
I said I'm (ooh-ooh-ooh)
Paralyzed
I reiterate that I am paralyzed
(Ooh-ooh-ooh)
I'm paralyzed
I am trapped and unable to escape my emotional state
Didn't take you long to knock me out (knock me out)
You quickly took control over me and my emotions
Stole my breath right out my mouth and now it's down
You took away my ability to breathe and now I feel suffocated
No wasted time
You didn't hesitate or waste any time
No wasted time
You were swift in your actions and intentions
I bet no doubts crossed your mind, but they crossed mine
While you were confident, I had doubts and uncertainties
Oh yeah, they did
My doubts were certainly present
I was a kid in your arms
I was vulnerable and dependent on you
You held me tight
You provided comfort and security
I lost the faith to stay strong
I lost belief in my ability to endure and remain resilient
You pushed me down (pushed me down)
You forcefully brought me down
Right in the mud
You brought me to a low and dirty state
I knew you would, 'cause you came for blood
I expected and sensed your intentions to cause harm
And when the flood came in I drowned (drowned, drowned)
When overwhelming emotions and circumstances came, I felt overwhelmed and submerged
Oh yeah, I drowned
I genuinely felt overwhelmed and defeated
And when the walls caved in I screamed (screamed, screamed)
When everything fell apart, I expressed my distress and anguish
Let me out
I desperately wanted to escape and find relief
I'm paralyzed, and ah (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am emotionally and mentally paralyzed
I'm paralyzed (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am completely unable to move forward or make decisions
Immobilized (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am trapped and unable to escape my emotional state
I'm paralyzed, I said now (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I reiterate that I am paralyzed
I'm paralyzed, said now (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I emphasize my state of paralysis
I'm paralyzed (ooh-ooh-ooh)
I am trapped and unable to escape my emotional state
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Hanni El Khatib
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@505carla
Mais uma aqui que veio por causa do comercial da Citröen ❤ e estou obcecada por essa música
@wellintonbend
Muito bom
@ronelasmar2867
Dois
Custei a shazar aqui kkk
@mhj8961
Três , demorei pra achar. Pensava que era dos Stones
@mhj8961
Que música top , demorei achar , pensei que era Mick Jagger
@BruxoPaint
✌️🌷
@Wilson-nn9wu
Simplesmente espetacular, para quem pensa que a música não tem mais caminho, como pode isso!!! Não tem explicação é maravilhosa.
@2000barella
Show essa musica, me faz lembrar os clássicos dos Rolling Stones. Adoro essa musica. de +++++++++++++++++
@loshijosdeoz8492
El tema está a la altura de grandes bandas, la primera vez crei escuchar a jager. Potencial tremendo.
@victorledesma5520
Me pasó lo mismo.