Missing
Icon Lyrics


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I stalk the killer through the night
I say it's murder, don't wanna be right
Disappearance, no return
Can you tell me what I need to learn?
Where were you on the night of the crime?
If you're so innocent, why be afraid?
Where were you and what were you thinking of
If you killed the best friend I ever made?

The love is missing
Missing from your eyes
Missing
Is it forever?
Missing
Raise my question to the skies
Don't say if it's true
Don't tell me never

No reaction to the claim
He's just a villain, you don't know his name
I can follow where you go
See you cover up what I need tonight
Stand in line, just pick out the criminal
If you're not guilty, who can it be?
I stand beside of the two-way mirror
'Cause I'm afraid someone will pick out me

The love is missing
Missing from your eyes
Missing
Is it forever?
Missing
Raise my question to the skies
Don't say if it's true
Don't tell me never

Love is alive, I believe it
I can't stop crying
Love will survive, but it needs to go
As we both are still trying and trying

Where were you on the night of the crime?
If you're so innocent, why be afraid?
Where were you and what were you thinking of
If you killed the best friend I ever made?

The love is missing
Missing from your eyes
Missing
Is it forever?
Missing
Raise my question to the skies
Don't say if it's true
Don't tell me

Missing
Missing from your eyes
Missing
Is it forever?
Missing
Raise my question to the skies
Don't say if it's true
Don't tell me never

Missing
Missing from your eyes
Missing
Is it forever?




Missing
Missing

Overall Meaning

"Missing" by the Icon is a song that tells a story of a protagonist who sets out to find the killer of their best friend, who has gone missing. The first verse speaks of the singer stalking the killer through the night, compelled by the idea of seeking justice for their friend's disappearance. The chorus then highlights the emotional impact of the situation, as the love that once existed between the singer and their friend is missing, and the question of whether it will return or remain forever missing is raised.


The second verse sees the singer questioning potential suspects, trying to find answers and uncover the truth. However, they find themselves doubting their own innocence as they stand beside the two-way mirror. The bridge then brings the song to a more positive note, as the singer expresses their belief in the survival of love, despite the difficulties they face in trying to find it.


Overall, the song touches on themes of betrayal, loss, and love, and encourages the listener to think deeper about the significance of relationships in their lives.


Line by Line Meaning

I stalk the killer through the night
I am actively pursuing the perpetrator of this crime under the cover of darkness


I say it's murder, don't wanna be right
I am convinced that what has occurred is a homicide, even though I would prefer to be incorrect


Disappearance, no return
The person who has gone missing has seemingly vanished with no indication of returning


Can you tell me what I need to learn?
I am seeking guidance and knowledge in order to more effectively solve this case


Where were you on the night of the crime?
I am inquiring into the whereabouts of potential suspects on the evening when the crime occurred


If you're so innocent, why be afraid?
I find it curious that someone who claims to be innocent should exhibit signs of fear or nervousness


Where were you and what were you thinking of?
I am hoping to understand the thought processes and actions of individuals who may be involved in this case


If you killed the best friend I ever made?
I am considering the possibility that the victim was someone I was particularly close to and therefore emotionally invested in finding answers


The love is missing
There is a distinct absence of caring or affection in this situation


Missing from your eyes
I can sense that you do not possess love or empathy in your demeanor or gaze


Is it forever?
I am wondering if this lack of love will persist indefinitely


Raise my question to the skies
I am pleading with the universe or a higher power for assistance and answers


Don't say if it's true
I am requesting that others do not confirm my fears, as I am not ready to accept them as reality


Don't tell me never
I am not interested in hearing that there is no hope or possibility for a positive outcome


No reaction to the claim
There is a seeming lack of response or acknowledgement in regards to what has occurred


He's just a villain, you don't know his name
The individual responsible for this crime is being portrayed as a generic and evil character, without a known identity


I can follow where you go
I have the ability to track and monitor the movements of suspects or individuals of interest


See you cover up what I need tonight
I suspect that important evidence or information is being concealed by those involved in this case


Stand in line, just pick out the criminal
Those who may have witnessed or have knowledge of the crime are being directed to identify the perpetrator


If you're not guilty, who can it be?
I am questioning the innocence of those who proclaim themselves blameless, as there must be a guilty party involved


I stand beside of the two-way mirror
I am observing events unfold from a position of concealment or safety


'Cause I'm afraid someone will pick out me
I am worried that my own involvement or potential culpability may be revealed


Love is alive, I believe it
I have faith that there is still love and compassion to be found, despite the bleak circumstances


I can't stop crying
The emotional toll of this situation is overwhelming and cannot be contained


Love will survive, but it needs to go
The concept of love and its importance must still be acknowledged and prioritized, even in the face of tragedy and loss


As we both are still trying and trying
Efforts are still being made to find answers and reach a resolution to this case


Missing
Something crucial is absent or unaccounted for in this situation


Missing from your eyes
The lack of empathy or caring is particularly noticeable in an individual's gaze


Missing
The absence of something vital continues to be felt


Is it forever?
There is uncertainty and fear that this particular loss or lack will continue indefinitely


Missing
There is something essential that cannot be located or filled




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