Don't Say
Havelin Lyrics
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You say it softly, like that won't make it hurt
You say there′s no choice, let me down easy
You try to sugar coat it, but you're still leaving
If you're gonna break my fucking heart, then go and break it already
If you′re gonna cut me off, you gotta use a machete
That this is for the best don't pretend
I don′t wanna hear it no more
Don't say that you did this for us,
That this is what we need, stop talking please
I don′t wanna hear it no more
*Echos* Don't say, Don′t say, Don't say, Don't Say
You and your sad eyes, lookin′ right through me
I wanna hate you, but you′re too lovely
You say you'll always, feel something for me
But we can′t make this work, and you're so sorry
If you′re gonna break my fucking heart, then go and break it already
If you're gonna cut me off, you gotta use a machete
Don′t say that you did this for me,
That this is for the best don't pretend
I don't wanna hear it no more
Don′t say that you did this for us,
That this is what we need, stop talking please
I don′t wanna hear it no more
*Echos* Don't say, Don′t say, Don't say, Don′t Say
If you're gonna break my heart, then don′t do it gently
If you want to call this off,
Just go and do it already Need you to mess me up,
I need you to let me down I need you to cut me off, now
Don't say that you did this for me,
That this is for the best don't pretend
I don′t wanna hear it no more
Don′t say that you did this for us,
That this is what we need, stop talking please
I don't wanna hear it no more
*Echos* Don′t say, Don't say, Don′t say, Don't Say
The lyrics of Havelin's song "Don't Say" tell the story of a person who is struggling with a breakup. The singer is addressing their ex-partner, who is trying to let them down in a gentle way, but the singer is not able to accept it. They want the other person to be more upfront and direct, even if it means hurting them more. Throughout the song, there is a tension between the desire for the other person to take responsibility for their actions and the lingering feelings the singer still has for them, which makes the breakup all the more difficult.
The opening lines of the song set the tone, with the sweet voice of the other person trying to "sugar coat" the bad news. While the singer appreciates the kindness of the words, they still feel like they are being let down. The chorus of the song repeats the message that the singer wants the other person to be straightforward about the breakup and not try to justify it as being for the best.
In the second verse, the singer's conflicted emotions are further explored. They want to hate the other person for what they are doing, but at the same time, they are still drawn to them and can't help but feel something for them. The repeated refrain of "I don't wanna hear it no more" in the chorus is a cry of frustration and pain, as the singer tries to come to terms with the end of their relationship.
Overall, "Don't Say" is a powerful and emotional song about the struggle of a breakup, with insightful lyrics that capture the complexity of the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
You in your sweet voice, Keepin′ to kind words
You are using your gentle voice, carefully choosing your words
You say it softly, like that won't make it hurt
You are being gentle with your words in hopes of minimizing the hurt
You say there′s no choice, let me down easy
You suggest that there is no alternative, but to deliver the letdown gently
You try to sugar coat it, but you're still leaving
You may use gentle words, but the outcome remains the same - you are leaving
If you're gonna break my fucking heart, then go and break it already
If you have decided to break my heart, do it quickly instead of prolonging the pain
If you′re gonna cut me off, you gotta use a machete
If you are going to cut me out of your life, do it with the full force and speed of a machete
Don′t say that you did this for me,
That this is for the best don't pretend
I don′t wanna hear it no more
I don't want to hear you say that you broke my heart for my own good anymore, it's not helpful
Don't say that you did this for us,
That this is what we need, stop talking please
I don′t wanna hear it no more
I don't want to hear you say that this separation is what we need for the betterment of us anymore, stop talking about it
*Echos* Don't say, Don′t say, Don't say, Don't Say
Repeated plea to stop saying things that only cause more hurt
You and your sad eyes, lookin′ right through me
Your eyes express sadness and despair as you look directly at me
I wanna hate you, but you′re too lovely
I wish I could hate you for breaking my heart, but I still find you too kind and attractive
You say you'll always, feel something for me
You claim that you will always have some feelings for me
But we can′t make this work, and you're so sorry
Despite your feelings, we are not able to make the relationship work and you are apologizing for it
If you want to call this off,
Just go and do it already
Need you to mess me up,
I need you to let me down
I need you to cut me off, now
If you have decided to end this relationship, don't prolong it any further. I need you to cause me pain, I need you to end things now
Writer(s): Alex Zaichkowski, Dajaun Martineau
Contributed by Isabelle L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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@GraydonGlover
“you say it softly, like that won’t make it hurt” 🙏 thank you for this one!
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Severely underrated
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I love this!!!
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