Save Your Breath
Hit the Lights Lyrics
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You're too beautiful
There's nothing left to say
I've wasted all this time on you
On you
It's all the same, we all make mistakes
And if you didn't notice, I'm taking this for all its worth
I know I got the best shot, for taking you out of the way
And every time I think of him it makes me sick
And I don't wanna know just what happened
In the van right in front of my house
That's where you sold me out, girl
You didn't have a clue
You sold me out
What'd you think about when you were telling all your friends
About how your lips were pressed against his tightly
And I hope you (had your eyes closed)
And every time I think of him it makes me sick
And I don't wanna know just what happened
In the van right in front of my house
That's where you sold me out, girl
You didn't have a clue
What'd you think about when you sold me out?
Every time you go to sleep at night
I wonder what you hide behind closed eyes
What else could you be keeping from me?
What else could you be keeping from me?
And every time you go to sleep at night
I wonder what you hide behind closed eyes
What else could you be keeping from me?
What else could you be keeping from me?
And every time I think of him it makes me sick
And I don't wanna know just what happened
In the van right in front of my house
That's where you sold me out, girl
You didn't have a clue
In "Save Your Breath," the singer tells the person they're addressing to save their breath because they're too beautiful to bother wasting words on. The singer admits that they've spent too much time on this person, but they're determined to take them out of the way. The second half of the song is centered on the singer's anger and frustration towards this person, who apparently sold them out in some way. The singer wonders what could be going on behind closed doors and what else this person is keeping hidden.
The first few lines of the song are particularly interesting because they suggest that the person being addressed is so beautiful that words simply aren't enough. This emphasis on the physical traits of this person sets up the song's central conflict: the singer is drawn to this person but also frustrated and angry with them. This tension is heightened as the song progresses and the singer reveals that this person has sold them out in some way. The use of the word "sold" is particularly powerful because it suggests that this person intentionally betrayed the singer, possibly for personal gain.
The song's repeated refrain, "What else could you be keeping from me?" underscores the singer's mistrust of this person and his desire to know exactly what they're hiding. This line also highlights the ongoing conflict between the singer's attraction to this person and their sense of mistrust and betrayal.
Line by Line Meaning
Save your breath this time around
Don't bother talking this time because I don't want to hear it.
You're too beautiful
You're attractive, but that doesn't change how I feel.
There's nothing left to say
I've said all that I needed to; no more words are necessary.
I've wasted all this time on you
I've spent too much time and energy on you, and regret it now.
On you
You are the person who caused me to feel this way.
It's all the same, we all make mistakes
Everyone makes errors, so the situation isn't unique.
And if you didn't notice, I'm taking this for all its worth
I am not going to let the opportunity to get over you go to waste.
If it's a game, and these are the stakes
If our relationship is a competition, then winning is the prize.
I know I got the best shot, for taking you out of the way
I believe I have the best chance of moving on from this.
And every time I think of him it makes me sick
Thoughts of him fill me with disgust and regret.
And I don't wanna know just what happened
I would rather not know the details of what you did.
In the van right in front of my house
Your betrayal occurred right outside my home, which makes it worse.
That's where you sold me out, girl
That's when you betrayed me completely.
You didn't have a clue
You were unaware of how deeply your actions would affect me.
What'd you think about when you were telling all your friends
What were you thinking when you shared intimate details with others?
About how your lips were pressed against his tightly
Did you enjoy kissing him and want to brag about it?
And I hope you (had your eyes closed)
I wish you had been blind to the harm you were causing.
Every time you go to sleep at night
Whenever you go to bed, before drifting off.
I wonder what you hide behind closed eyes
I am curious about what you think or feel when you're alone.
What else could you be keeping from me?
What other secrets or lies have you told me?
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bloddysunday
Almost 11 Years Old And Its Still The Best Song By Them To Me.
Adam Barker
I agree! my go to song from them.
Chippie
hi hit the lights is one of my favorite bands
Joseph Summers
This song deserves way more views / attention.
ModernOddity
All their songs are nothing short of great, some peak to amazing, but the lyrical content mixed with the creativity and catchy hooks keeps you playing them on repeat. Fuck the haters.
Jonicknezzz
I wonder if kids these days know what it’s like to be in the middle of the pit at a pop punk show. I sure hope so. Great memories from this band.
Pipe Dreamz
saw them 2 weeks ago and they played this! such a classic, stay true to your roots
Grumia
Love his voice. Great for punk music.
Rochelle Welbaum
its amazing to see a band thats local to me make it big. :]
TeranCe Gault
<Love it>