Control
Hazel English Lyrics


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Every little thing that you want
Led by desire
You know this is all your fault
Work a little harder

What are you searching for
Someone to admire?
You want to feel in control
You do what you like

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
You can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

I just want to know you more
Led by desire
I'm just levelling the score
Work a little harder

What are you searching for
Someone to admire?
You want to feel in control
You do what you like

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
Can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

Say what you want
Do what you want
Say what you want
Do what you want

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
Can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?




You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

Overall Meaning

In Hazel English's song Control, the lyrics convey a sense of frustration towards someone who is struggling to take control of their life. The first verse sounds like a warning to the person to stop giving into their desires uncontrollably, as it will lead to their downfall. The second verse is a question directed towards the person, asking them what they are searching for, insinuating that they are looking for someone to idolize. The chorus emphasizes the person's desire to feel in control and to do what they please, without any regard for their future or the consequences of their actions.


The bridge speaks to the person's inability to change or improve their situation, they have constructed a wall which seems almost impossible to get beyond. The singer expresses her feelings of wanting to know the person more, but also requiring them to work harder to become a better version of themselves. The repeated "say what you want, do what you want" line represents their need for control, and perhaps the singer's frustration with their selfish behavior.


Line by Line Meaning

Every little thing that you want
Every desire and need that you have


Led by desire
Guided by your own wants and wishes


You know this is all your fault
You acknowledge that you're responsible for your actions


Work a little harder
Put more effort into improving yourself


What are you searching for
What is the motive behind your actions?


Someone to admire?
Are you seeking validation from others?


You want to feel in control
You desire to have power over your life


You do what you like
You follow your own interests and aspirations


Got to break this wall
You need to overcome your personal barriers


That you've been constructing
That you have created for yourself


You can't find a reason to try
You lack motivation and purpose


Can't you see what's happening to you?
Are you aware of the negative consequences of your own actions?


You're building a prison
You're limiting your own potential and possibilities


Can't find my way in to stay
Unable to feel comfortable and secure in your life


I just want to know you more
I want to understand and connect with you emotionally


I'm just levelling the score
I'm trying to balance the relationship between us


Say what you want
Express your thoughts honestly


Do what you want
Take risks and follow your passions




Lyrics © DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Vieira, Eleisha Caripis, Jackson Phillips

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Fortune Teller

Every little thing that you want
Led by desire
You know this is all your fault
Work a little harder

What are you searching for
Someone to admire?
You want to feel in control
You do what you like

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
You can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

I just want to know you more
Led by desire
I'm just levelling the score
Work a little harder

What are you searching for
Someone to admire?
You want to feel in control
You do what you like

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
Can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

Say what you want
Do what you want
Say what you want
Do what you want

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
Can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay



All comments from YouTube:

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My gosh I can’t believe it’s been 5 years 😭💖💕 Hazel’s music is always so fresh, it doesn’t age a day.

Michael K

Isn't she amazing?

Time Flies

It’s been 6 years now. Her songs are still a bop for me.

Fortune Teller

Every little thing that you want
Led by desire
You know this is all your fault
Work a little harder

What are you searching for
Someone to admire?
You want to feel in control
You do what you like

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
You can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

I just want to know you more
Led by desire
I'm just levelling the score
Work a little harder

What are you searching for
Someone to admire?
You want to feel in control
You do what you like

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
Can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

Say what you want
Do what you want
Say what you want
Do what you want

Got to break this wall
That you've been constructing
Can't find a reason to try
Can't you see what's happening to you?
You're building a prison
Can't find my way in to stay

Moxi poxi moxi

Thank you:)

simplynochannel

Thank you!

Eric Nystrom

Melodious and hypnotizing. The airiness of the cocteau twins with the layering of New Order. Excellent sound, beautiful song.

William Iles

Totally agree, I hear the melodies of the Cure, hypnotizing melodie in some of the Gorillaz and a huge helping of the Pumpkins, positively memorized.

Daniel James Martin

Been listening for awhile now on SoundCloud, I'm so pumped that you are finally hitting the scene. Really really hope you take the world by storm! Great music

Hazel English

thanks!

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