Leave Me Alone
James James Lyrics
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So I can finish this song
Tell my heart how the story ends
You say we can be friends
Hell, I've got enough of them
Leave me alone
so I can finish this song
You ask how I've been and I'll let you in
I've been a fool, someday you might be too
So leave me alone, so I can finish this song
Instrumental Chorus
Well I wish you well, time will tell
If I'll move on, I'll stay strong
I hope the Golden rule smiles on me and you
So leave me alone so I can finish this song
Leave me alone
So I can finish this song
Tell my heart how the story ends
You say we can be friends
Hell, I've got enough of them
Leave me alone
so I can finish this song
Leave me alone
So I can finish this song
Tell my heart how the story ends
You say we can be friends
Hell, I've got enough of them
Leave me alone
so I can finish this song
James James's song "Leave Me Alone" is a plea for space and distance so that he can finish writing a song that is emotionally driven. He wants to be left alone to work on the song and to process his feelings about a past relationship. The repetitive chorus reinforces his message that he needs to be alone to work through his emotions.
The first verse highlights his need for solitude to complete the song, but also reveals that the person he is addressing is trying to keep in touch and maintain a friendship. He acknowledges that he has enough friends already, and that he needs space to deal with the aftermath of the relationship.
The instrumental chorus allows for a moment to pause and reflect on the emotions present in the song. The next verse explains that the relationship ended badly, and he wishes that he could have done better. His final words express that he wishes the other person well and hopes that they both find happiness in the future.
Overall, the song is a thoughtful exploration of the need for distance and space after a break-up, as well as the emotional turmoil that can come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Leave me alone
I need space and quiet in order to finish this song without any distractions or interruptions.
So I can finish this song
I am in the middle of writing a song and I don't want anything or anyone to come between me and my creative process.
Tell my heart how the story ends
I need to finish writing this song so that I can work out the emotions and ideas it represents, and figure out how to move on.
You say we can be friends
Even though we have gone through a breakup, you still want to maintain a friendly relationship with me.
Hell, I've got enough of them
I have plenty of friends already, and I don't need any more right now.
Call now and then to see where you stand
It's okay for you to reach out occasionally, just to check in and see how things are going between us.
You ask how I've been and I'll let you in
If you ask how I'm doing, I will be honest with you and tell you what's going on in my life.
I've been a fool, someday you might be too
I have made mistakes in the past, just like everyone else, and at some point you may also make mistakes.
Well I wish you well, time will tell
I genuinely hope that you do well in life, but only time will tell what will happen from here on out.
If I'll move on, I'll stay strong
I don't know if I will be able to move on from this breakup, but I will do my best to stay strong and keep going.
I hope the Golden rule smiles on me and you
I hope that we will both follow the Golden rule (treat others as you want to be treated) in our future interactions and relationships.
Leave me alone so I can finish this song
Once again, I need to be left alone so that I can focus on my music and my own emotional well-being.
Leave me alone
I am serious about needing some space and solitude right now, and I hope that you will respect that.
Tell my heart how the story ends
This song is helping me make sense of my feelings and come to terms with what has happened in my relationship.
You say we can be friends
Even though we are no longer together, I appreciate your willingness to maintain a friendship with me.
Hell, I've got enough of them
I don't necessarily need more friends in my life, especially if they come with complicated emotional baggage.
Leave me alone so I can finish this song
One final time, I am asking for some space and quiet so that I can concentrate on finishing this song.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: CEDRIC DEPASQUALE, MARIA MATTO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mjsumner
Lovin the BVs ;-)
@drnrqsldch
This song is walking thanks to the guitar player! GJ