Carmelo
Holychild Lyrics


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Don′t keep me any longer I can't hold my breath
It′s cold beneath the water but I understand
At least we had a story, wasn't that the plan?
I always wear your sweater, please don't hold my hand
So can we call it over if I′m still beneath
The weight of primavera when you finally sneaked
Into my little bedroom when I had to pee
At least you said goodbye

Take me out tonight
I really want to know that it′s alright
That maybe we could talk, I'll buy your flight
Don′t tell me no

What if we had it all?
I think we're better than this
You changed it all, it′s not your fault
You changed it all, it's not your fault
(It′s not your fault)

I danced upon your table to your quiet laugh
You called me Miss America when you would pass
You're still beneath the pear tree every time I dream
Ognuno volará

Take me out tonight
I really want to know that it's alright
That maybe we could talk, I′ll buy your flight
Don′t tell me no

What if we had it all?
I think we're better than this
You changed it all, it′s not your fault
You changed it all, it's not your fault
(It′s not your fault)

What if we had it all?
I think we're better than this
You changed it all, it′s not your fault
You changed it all, it's not your fault
(It's not your fault)

I can′t hide all the utter pain
I′m probably much too ashamed
I can't think of saying your name, I, I, I, I
I honestly feel I′ve not changed
I know when we met it was fate
I hope that you'll hold me again, I, I, I, I

What if we had it all?
I think we′re better than this
You changed it all, it's not your fault
You changed it all, it′s not your fault
(It's not your fault)
What if we had it all?
I think we're better than this
You changed it all, it′s not your fault




You changed it all, it′s not your fault
(It's not your fault)

Overall Meaning

The song "Carmelo" by Holychild seems to be about a relationship that has come to an end but the singer still has feelings for their ex-lover. They are struggling to move on and are asking for one more chance. The first verse talks about holding on for too long and being numb to the pain. They are willing to let go but not before acknowledging that they had a story together, and this was meant to happen.


The second verse describes a moment together where they were happy, dancing and laughing, but now they are apart. They still dream of them but know that it's time to move on, and that's why there's a sense of urgency to buy a flight and see each other. However, they are not sure if their ex is on the same page or if they are ready to work it out.


The chorus of the song repeats the idea that they think they are better together and that it's not either of their faults that they are not together anymore. The repetition of "it's not your fault" can be seen as an attempt to absolve guilt or make amends for something that may have been done wrong.


In summary, "Carmelo" is a song about a relationship that has ended but the singer is still holding on and trying to make things work.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't keep me any longer I can't hold my breath
I need to speak out and be heard, I cannot keep my thoughts and feelings inside for much longer.


It's cold beneath the water but I understand
I am in a difficult situation, but I am aware of what's happening and what I need to do.


At least we had a story, wasn't that the plan?
Although things may not have worked out the way we wanted, at least we have some good memories and experiences to hold on to.


I always wear your sweater, please don't hold my hand
I may still have feelings for you, but I am aware that we cannot be together and I am trying to move on slowly.


So can we call it over if I'm still beneath
Are we really over or is there still some hope for us to reconcile?


The weight of primavera when you finally sneaked
The memories of our relationship are still weighing heavily on me, especially since you left so abruptly.


Into my little bedroom when I had to pee
I still remember the intimate moments we shared, even the ones that were seemingly insignificant or mundane.


At least you said goodbye
Although it was painful, I am glad that you took the time to properly end things between us.


Take me out tonight
I want to go out with you and spend some quality time together.


I really want to know that it's alright
I need reassurance that everything is okay and that we can move forward together.


That maybe we could talk, I'll buy your flight
I am willing to do whatever it takes to make this work, including investing time and money in our relationship.


Don't tell me no
Please don't reject me or shut me out completely, I need you to be open to the possibility of us getting back together.


What if we had it all?
What could our relationship have been like if we had done things differently or made different choices?


I think we're better than this
I believe that we are capable of having a healthy and fulfilling relationship, despite our past mistakes and failures.


You changed it all, it's not your fault
Although our relationship may not have worked out, I do not blame you for everything that went wrong.


(It's not your fault)
I want you to know that I do not hold you responsible for our relationship ending and I still care about you deeply.


I danced upon your table to your quiet laugh
I still vividly remember the times we shared together, even the small moments that may have seemed insignificant to others.


You called me Miss America when you would pass
You made me feel special and beautiful, even during the mundane moments of our relationship.


You're still beneath the pear tree every time I dream
I still dream about you and the memories we shared, especially the moments that took place under the pear tree.


Ognuno volará
Everyone will fly away eventually, whether it's from a relationship or life in general.


I can't hide all the utter pain
I am still in a lot of emotional pain from our breakup and it is difficult for me to conceal my true feelings.


I'm probably much too ashamed
I feel embarrassed and ashamed of my emotions and I am struggling to cope with them.


I can't think of saying your name, I, I, I, I
The pain of our breakup is still very fresh and it is difficult for me to even say your name without feeling overwhelmed.


I honestly feel I've not changed
I am still the same person I was when we first met and I still have feelings for you.


I know when we met it was fate
Our paths crossed for a reason and I am still drawn to you because of how we connected.


I hope that you'll hold me again, I, I, I, I
I miss the comfort of being in your arms and I hope we can find a way to be together again.




Writer(s): Elizabeth Nistico, Louie Diller, James Flannigan

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Comments from YouTube:

Ashley Thomas

Thanks for being vulnerable and sharing your experience through this song and showing the letter in your video. I feel for you - the conflicting feelings you have surrounding who did that to you. But I'm glad you can transform your pain into art. Great song. I love it.

Sooperpork

Wait what happened I heard this song at Old Navy?????

caskrowo

this song is so hard for me to listen because it hurts so much, but I listen to this art when I need it the most. Thank you so much for this piece of art that can help me cope. Seriously thank you so much for sharing your art and vulnerability with the world. Thank you so much.

IT’S EFFIN DOLLY

you're such a strong person and you are so so beautiful, please keep thriving and making music xo

the Murphy formerly known as asmosmeden

This video and music is a true piece of art. The letter in the end connects the visual with the song and sums up and explains everything happening there. This was genius and i hope this can make you go forward and feel better soon. You are brave for putting out such a personal and intimate part of your life out in the open! ❤️❤️❤️

Art Crockford

This is so good u guysss omfg. I cant believe how brave you are. The video is stunninggg too im just so impressed

MLA 28

Sooperpork lmao

Sooperpork

Wait what Happened I heard this song at Old Navy???

Jan Sánchez Bonilla

Sending you love and good wishes in your healing journey.

Talker Fields

lou's production is always on some other level! this is that tune!

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