Every Breath You Take
I.M.K.K. Lyrics

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Every breath you take and every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you

Oh, can't you see you belong to me
How my poor heart aches with every step you take

Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you

Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
I dream at night, I can only see your face
I look around but it's you I can't replace
I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"

Oh, can't you see you belong to me
How my poor heart aches with every step you take

Every move you make and every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Every move you make, every step you take, I'll be watching you

I'll be watching you
Every breath you take and every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake (I'll be watching you)
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)

Every breath you take and every move you make
Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
Every move you make, every vow you break
Every smile you fake, every claim you stake (I'll be watching you)

Every single day and every word you say
Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)

Overall Meaning

The song "Every Breath You Take" by I.M.K.K. is a hauntingly beautiful ballad that has captivated music fans all over the world. The lyrics, though seemingly romantic on the surface, actually portray a deeply disturbing portrait of an obsessive stalker. The repetition of the phrase "I'll be watching you" throughout the song is a clear indication of the stalker's intentions. The stalker is obsessed with the person he is singing to, and he watches their every move, every breath they take, every word they say, and every game they play. He is so consumed with the object of his affections that he can't even sleep at night. The stalker is so convinced that the person he is stalking belongs to him, that he feels as if his heart is breaking with every step they take that is not towards him.

The chorus of the song, "Oh, can't you see you belong to me, how my poor heart aches with every step you take", is a clear warning to the person being stalked that their every move is being monitored. The stalker follows their every move, watching every vow they break, every smile they fake, and every claim they stake. The repeated refrain, "I'll be watching you", is a chilling reminder that this person is not safe and that their every move is being closely monitored.

In conclusion, "Every Breath You Take" by I.M.K.K. is a powerful ballad that paints a sinister picture of a dangerous stalker. The lyrics, though seemingly romantic, portray an obsessive and possessive love that is anything but healthy.

Line by Line Meaning

Every breath you take and every move you make
I am constantly monitoring your every action and reaction

Every bond you break, every step you take, I'll be watching you
Even when you try to distance yourself, I will still be keeping a close eye on you

Every single day and every word you say
I pay attention to everything you do and say

Every game you play, every night you stay, I'll be watching you
I am even aware of your leisure activities and whereabouts

Oh, can't you see you belong to me
In my mind, you are mine and no one else's

How my poor heart aches with every step you take
Your actions, whether intentional or not, have a profound effect on me

Every move you make, every vow you break
Your behavior, both good and bad, is noticed and significant to me

Every smile you fake, every claim you stake, I'll be watching you
Even if you try to deceive me, I am still fully aware of your true actions and intentions

Since you've gone I've been lost without a trace
Without your presence, I feel completely lost and empty

I dream at night, I can only see your face
Even in my sleep, you are the only thing my mind can focus on

I look around but it's you I can't replace
No one can take your place and fill the void you've left behind

I feel so cold and I long for your embrace
I am incomplete without your physical and emotional presence

I keep crying, "Baby, baby, please"
I am desperate for your return and will beg for it

I'll be watching you
I will not stop monitoring you and your life

Every breath you take and every move you make
I am constantly monitoring your every action and reaction

Every bond you break, every step you take (I'll be watching you)
Even when you try to distance yourself, I will still be keeping a close eye on you

Every single day and every word you say
I pay attention to everything you do and say

Every game you play, every night you stay (I'll be watching you)
I am even aware of your leisure activities and whereabouts

Every move you make, every vow you break
Your behavior, both good and bad, is noticed and significant to me

Every smile you fake, every claim you stake (I'll be watching you)
Even if you try to deceive me, I am still fully aware of your true actions and intentions