Broken
Jess Glynne Lyrics


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So broken
So broken

Sometimes when I fall down low
And I got no where else to go
I hide myself, don't let it show
But you find me
Sometimes when the day go by
I've missed it because all I did was cry
You always know the reason why
You know me

You always have the words that never let me down, let me down
Always make me laugh somehow
You tell me don't worry
When I've done wrong
It's something that I'll never know
How you can love someone so broken, so right?
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of paradise

Sometimes when I run too fast
You let me go don't hold me back
When I can't see the tracks
You find me
Sometimes when I can't see
I lose my balance and I can't breathe
You hold me close and brush your cheek on me
You know me

You always have the words that never let me down, let me down
Always make me laugh somehow
You tell me don't worry
When I've done wrong
It's something that I'll never know
How you can love someone so broken, so right?
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of paradise

Woah-oh-ohh, woah
Woah-oh-ohh, woah

Said it's all 'cause you're a part of me
I hope I give you just as much
'Cause you could never let me down
Even when I'm standing here now

So broken, arms open wide
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of paradise
You tell me don't worry
When I've done wrong
It's something that I'll never know
How you can love someone so broken, so right?
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of paradise
Was a little bit of paradise
Oh, woah, oh, woah




Oh, woah
Was a little bit of paradise

Overall Meaning

The song "Broken" by Jess Glynne is a soulful and emotional ballad about finding love and support during difficult times. The repeated phrase "so broken" throughout the song emphasizes the singer's vulnerability and struggles, while the chorus highlights the unconditional love and understanding of their partner.


The lyrics begin with the singer admitting to feeling low and hiding their emotions from the world. Despite this, their partner always manages to find them and provides comfort and reassurance. This is shown through the lines, "You always have the words that never let me down, let me down / Always make me laugh somehow / You tell me don't worry / When I've done wrong." This shows that the partner is a reliable source of emotional support for the singer, regardless of the situation.


The chorus of the song sums up the main message of the song, with the repetition of "How you can love someone so broken, so right? / 'Cause all I ever wanted was a little bit of paradise." Here, the singer expresses their disbelief that someone could love them despite their flaws and shortcomings. They view their partner's love as a kind of paradise, something that they have been searching for but never thought they could find.


Overall, "Broken" is a poignant and heartfelt song about finding love and acceptance in the midst of personal struggles.


Line by Line Meaning

So broken
The singer feels emotionally shattered and vulnerable.


So broken
The singer repeats this line to emphasize just how broken they feel.


Sometimes when I fall down low
At times, the singer feels down and helpless.


And I got no where else to go
The artist feels trapped and without options.


I hide myself, don't let it show
To cope with their emotions, the artist keeps them hidden.


But you find me
Despite their attempts to hide, the singer's loved one sees through their facade.


Sometimes when the day go by
On some days, the singer feels like they've wasted time and missed out on life.


I've missed it because all I did was cry
The artist has spent their time crying instead of enjoying life.


You always know the reason why
The artist's loved one has great insight into their emotions and knows why they feel the way they do.


You know me
The artist's loved one truly understands and knows them deeply.


You always have the words that never let me down, let me down
The singer's loved one always knows the right thing to say to uplift them and make them feel better.


Always make me laugh somehow
Even in difficult times, the artist's loved one has a way of bringing joy and laughter into their life.


You tell me don't worry
The singer's loved one reassures them that everything will be okay and not to worry.


When I've done wrong
Even when the singer has made mistakes, their loved one offers forgiveness and understanding.


It's something that I'll never know
The singer acknowledges that they may never fully comprehend how their loved one can love someone who feels so broken.


How you can love someone so broken, so right?
The artist is amazed and grateful that their loved one can love them despite their brokenness, and wonders how it's possible.


'Cause all I ever wanted
The artist expresses their desire for happiness and fulfillment.


Was a little bit of paradise
The singer hopes for a small piece of heaven on earth that can bring them joy and contentment.


Sometimes when I run too fast
At times, the singer feels like they're moving too quickly or out of control.


You let me go don't hold me back
The artist's loved one allows them to have freedom and make their own choices, without restraint.


When I can't see the tracks
During difficult times, the artist loses sight of their path forward.


You find me
Despite the artist's confusion, their loved one is able to help guide them back on track.


Sometimes when I can't see
The singer is acknowledging their own limitations and inability to see clearly at times.


I lose my balance and I can't breathe
The artist feels unsteady and overwhelmed during certain situations.


You hold me close and brush your cheek on me
During difficult moments, the singer's loved one provides physical and emotional comfort, tenderly touching their cheek.


Said it's all 'cause you're a part of me
The singer acknowledges that their loved one is integral to their well-being and happiness.


I hope I give you just as much
Despite receiving so much love and support, the singer hopes to also reciprocate and give equally to their loved one.


'Cause you could never let me down
The artist has complete trust and faith in their loved one's ability to always be there for them.


Even when I'm standing here now
The artist acknowledges that their loved one's support has been unwavering, even in the present moment.


So broken, arms open wide
Despite feeling shattered and vulnerable, the singer remains open and willing to accept love and support.


Was a little bit of paradise
The singer still longs for a sense of happiness and contentment, but is grateful for the love they do have.




Lyrics Β© DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jonny Coffer, Jess Glynne, Jamie Scott

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

vanesa zaninovich

So broken, so broken
Sometimes when I fall down low
And I got no where else to go
I hide myself, don't let it show
But you find me
Sometimes when the day goes by
I've missed it because all I did was cry
You always know the reason why
You know me
You always have the words that never let me down
Always make me laugh somehow
You tell me don't worry
When I've done wrong
It's something that I'll never know
How you can love someone so broken, so right?
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of paradise
Sometimes when I run too fast
You let me go don't hold me back
When I can't see the tracks
You find me
Sometimes when I can't see
I lose my balance and I can't breathe
You hold me close and brush your cheek on me
You know me
You always have the words that never let me down
Always make me laugh somehow
You tell me don't worry
When I've done wrong
It's something that I'll never know
How you can love someone so broken, so right?
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of paradise
Woah-oh-ohh, woah
Woah-oh-ohh, woah
Said it's all 'cause you're a part of me
I hope I give you just as much
Because you could never let me down
'Cause even when I'm standing here now
So broken, my arms open wide
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of paradise
You tell me don't worry
When I've done wrong
It's something that I'll never know
How you can love someone so broken, so right?
'Cause all I ever wanted
Was a little bit of Paradise
Was a little bit of Paradise
Oh, woah, oh, woah
Oh, woah
Was a little bit of Paradise



All comments from YouTube:

ronnie richards

Definitely dedicate this to my God he loves me when I have done wrong. I have been in bad relationships and had left my husband for not being supportive and my soul feels broken but my God puts me back on track and loves me unconditionally. This beautiful song was for me. Thank you Jess

Colleen Hannum

πŸ’š

Dina O'Garro

This album was a masterpiece as per usual. Her lyrics are always pure genius. The pain is always accompanied by hope and there is something beautiful about that.

Olivia Weber

you couldn't be more right.
she is obviously going through a harsh time.

Tom L

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Andrea Greenwood

Love it so true

Taylor Cavin

This song, immediately followed by β€œTake me home” just does something to the heart.

Darcey Linda

RIP my my bestfriend my soulmate ,my everything πŸ˜‡πŸŒŽβ€οΈπŸ’–πŸ’žπŸ’—πŸ’”πŸ˜’πŸ˜­

Darcey Linda

my 2 favorite songs make me cry every time . πŸ’”πŸ˜‡πŸ˜’πŸ˜­πŸ˜˜

Sarah Sundi

I listened to this song everyday for 3 months walking down the same path because I was scared to go home ,I was broken ,my heart arched so much all did was cry in the dark cause then ,I wouldn't have to explain coz no one saw me
Almost a year now it still hurts but I am nolonger what I used to be I thank GOD to everyone going through a heart breaking moment it does,nt matter what it is I want u to know that GOD loves & sees u and that every thing will be alright I love u ,u so brave & buetifulπŸ˜πŸ˜˜πŸ’–πŸ¦‹

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