Let the Water Run Dry
Inna De Yard Lyrics

Let the teardrops fall
The singer advises the listener to let their tears flow as a way to cope with difficult emotions.

Let the teardrops fall from your eyes
The singer emphasizes that releasing tears is a natural part of emotional processing and should not be repressed or denied.

You never miss your water
The singer notes that people can take basic necessities or relationships for granted until they no longer have them.

'Til your well runs dry, brothers and sisters
The singer uses a metaphor of a well running dry to describe the scarcity of something that was once abundant, and encourages others to take care of what they have.

Now that you're all alone
The singer observes that loss or absence of a loved one can bring feelings of loneliness or abandonment.

And you have no one to call your own
The singer points out that without supportive relationships, one may feel isolated and lacking in identity or belonging.

You're taking up your telephone
The singer suggests that one may reach out to familiar contacts in the hope of receiving comfort or companionship during a difficult time.

Begging me to come home
The singer implies a sense of responsibility for the listener's emotional state, but indicates that they cannot fulfill that role again.

But listen, my friend
The singer addresses the listener directly, conveying a sense of familiarity and empathy.

I'll never make that mistake again
The singer has learned from past experiences and recognizes the importance of self-preservation and setting healthy boundaries in relationships.

'Cause you don't need me as a friend
The singer acknowledges that the listener may not value or prioritize their relationship as highly as the singer does, leading to a sense of rejection or disconnect.