Take Me Away
Hello Operator Lyrics

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Turning in the night is cold again
Broken down, alone and now so many things are left unsaid
Misery has always been so strange
Wanna remember when it wasn't easy to explain

CAN YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME AWAY
OH YOU... 'CAUSE LATELY I DON'T WANNA STAY
SO TELL ME YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME TO THE PLACE I KNOW

Midnight hour's coming to an end
Recognize the reasons why so many things were left unsaid
Look into the calm before the rain
'Cause yeah on better days somehow I know that I can change

CAN YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME AWAY
OH YOU... 'CAUSE LATELY I DON'T WANNA STAY
CAN YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME AWAY
OH YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME TO THE PLACE I KNOW

So pick me up and pull me out
'Cause I know life can change but I can't do without
So take control - no you can't let me go

CAN YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME AWAY
OH YOU... 'CAUSE LATELY I DON'T WANNA STAY

AND YOU - I TELL YOU ALL THE THINGS THAT I CAN DO
BUT YOU LOOK AWAY

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Take Me Away" by Hello Operator portray the feeling of being lost, alone, and looking for a way out of one's current situation. The singer seems to be experiencing a difficult time, as symbolized by the cold night, broken down feelings, and unsaid words. They've been struggling with misery that they can't seem to fully express, making it harder for them to deal with it.

The singer is asking for someone to take them away, to a place they know where they can find some peace of mind. However, they seem uncertain if this is possible. The midnight hour symbolizes the end of a darker time, and as the reasons for the unsaid things become clearer, the singer wishes for things to change. They are aware of the better days that are to come, but they need help to get there. The plea for someone to take control and not let them go emphasizes the need for support in such hard times.

Overall, "Take Me Away" is a cry for help; a plea for finding a way out of a difficult situation. The lyrics speak about the internal turmoil of the singer, making it relatable to anyone who has gone through similar feelings.

Line by Line Meaning

Turning in the night is cold again
The singer is uncomfortable and feeling lonely in the dark of night.

Broken down, alone and now so many things are left unsaid
The singer is feeling emotional and vulnerable, and has regrets about things they have not expressed.

Misery has always been so strange
The singer has experienced hardship before, but it is still difficult to understand and cope with.

Wanna remember when it wasn't easy to explain
The artist longs for a time when they didn't have to worry about expressing their feelings, or when things were simpler.

CAN YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME AWAY
The artist is pleading for someone to help them escape from their current situation.

OH YOU... 'CAUSE LATELY I DON'T WANNA STAY
The singer is expressing their desire to leave and find a better place or situation.

SO TELL ME YOU... CAN YOU TAKE ME TO THE PLACE I KNOW
The singer is asking for reassurance that the person they are speaking to can take them to a familiar, safe place.

Midnight hour's coming to an end
The night is passing and a new day is beginning.

Recognize the reasons why so many things were left unsaid
The artist is reflecting on their regrets and understanding why they have difficulty expressing themselves.

Look into the calm before the rain
The artist is observing a brief moment of peace before a difficult time or hardship.

'Cause yeah on better days somehow I know that I can change
The singer has hope that they can improve their situation and themselves.

So pick me up and pull me out
The artist is asking for help to be rescued from their current situation.

'Cause I know life can change but I can't do without
The singer acknowledges that life can improve, but they are too overwhelmed to handle it alone.

So take control - no you can't let me go
The singer is asking for someone to take control and guide them to safety, and to not abandon them.

AND YOU - I TELL YOU ALL THE THINGS THAT I CAN DO
The singer is listing their abilities and strengths to persuade the person to help them.

BUT YOU LOOK AWAY
The person the artist is addressing is not convinced or interested in helping.

Contributed by Alaina E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.

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