Aged 14, he gained national attention in 2012 after appearing in the second USA series of The X Factor.
Having previously released three EPs, Jacob Whitesides released hit debut studio album, Why?, was released on 9 September 2016.
killing me
Jacob Whitesides Lyrics
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There's no stopping with a love this toxic
We're just hanging on for a thrill
One more taste is gonna put us in our coffins screaming
La-di-da, la-di-da, la-di-da
We knew the end was near, burying all our fears
La-di-da, la-di-da, la-di-da
I hate all the fussing and fighting
'Til we take it to the room and ignite
It's killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
It's toxic all day, it's a warfare
Surrendering at night just to go there
It's killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
Waking up in cold sweat
Fighting back the memories
When friends turn to enemies
But we're still walking dead
Trading in clarity for our insanity
I hate all the fussing and fighting
'Til we take it to the room and ignite
It's killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
It's toxic all day, it's a warfare
Surrendering at night just to go there
It's killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
I hate all the fussing and fighting
'Til we take it to the room and ignite
It's killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
It's toxic all day, it's a warfare
Surrendering at night just to go there
It's killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
Killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
Killing me, killing me, get it together
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
The lyrics of Jacob Whitesides's song "Killing Me" speak of a toxic, addictive, and destructive love that is killing him. The song describes the turbulent and tumultuous nature of the relationship, which is constantly plagued by fighting and fussing. Despite the difficulties, the lovers are hooked on each other and unable to let go, unwilling to stop until they reach their grisly end. They know that their love is dangerous, but they continue to indulge in it, chasing the high and the thrills that it brings. Whitesides sings of the self-destructiveness of the relationship, describing it as a "beautiful misery" that will ultimately lead them both to the grave.
The song's chorus repeats the phrase "It's killing me, killing me, get it together," emphasizing the destructive nature of this toxic love. The lovers are caught up in a cycle of fighting and making up, with their passion for each other driving them to the brink of their emotions. The bridge of the song talks about the repercussions of their relationship, with the lovers trading in clarity and sanity for their insanity, and waking up in cold sweats as they fight back the memories of their tumultuous past.
Overall, "Killing Me" is a song that captures the pain and despair of a love that is both exhilarating and destructive. The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship on the edge, with the lovers risking everything for the sake of their passion. The song is a warning about the dangers of toxic love, emphasizing that it can be a beautiful misery that will ultimately lead to our downfall.
Line by Line Meaning
I kinda like the way it feels
I know it's wrong, but I can't resist this thrilling yet toxic love.
There's no stopping with a love this toxic
Our love is so dangerous that it's impossible to control; we're just along for the ride.
We're just hanging on for a thrill
We know it's going to end badly, but we can't help staying in this destructive relationship for the excitement it brings.
One more taste is gonna put us in our coffins screaming
We know that every time we give in to our desires, we're getting closer to an inevitable, tragic end.
La-di-da, la-di-da, la-di-da
We're trying to ignore the pain and danger of our love and just enjoy the moment.
We knew the end was near, burying all our fears
We know this relationship is doomed, but we're ignoring the warning signs and choosing to live in denial.
A beautiful misery, now we can rest in peace
Our love was doomed from the start, but it was beautiful while it lasted, and now that it's over, we can finally find peace.
I hate all the fussing and fighting
Our love is filled with drama and conflict, which is exhausting and draining.
'Til we take it to the room and ignite
But the passion we feel towards each other is so intense that it's impossible to resist, leading us to make up and get intimate.
It's killing me, killing me, get it together
Our love is destroying us, and we need to find a way to stop before it's too late.
You're killing me, killing me, this love's the end of me
You're the reason I can't let go and move on, and it's leading me towards my eventual downfall.
It's toxic all day, it's a warfare
Our love is like a constant battle, with toxic behaviors and emotions taking over every aspect of our lives.
Surrendering at night just to go there
Even though we know our love is toxic, we still give in to the passion and desire we feel when we're together.
Waking up in cold sweat
The aftermath of our fights and intimacy leaves us feeling anxious and paranoid, unable to sleep peacefully.
Fighting back the memories
We try to erase the painful memories of our tumultuous relationship and focus on the good times instead.
When friends turn to enemies
Our relationship puts a strain on not just us, but also our friendships and relationships with those around us.
But we're still walking dead
We know our relationship is slowly destroying us, but we can't seem to let go and move on.
Trading in clarity for our insanity
We know what we're doing is crazy, but we're willing to give up our sanity just to hold on to the passion we feel towards each other.
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