Every Breath You Take
Jonathan Broady Lyrics
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And every move you make
Every bond you break
Every step you take
I'll be watching you
Every single day
And every word you say
Every game you play
I'll be watching you
Oh, can't you see
You belong to me?
How my poor heart aches
With every step you take?
Every move you make
And every vow you break
Every smile you fake
Every claim you stake
I'll be watching you
Since you've gone, I've been lost without a trace
I dream at night, I can only see your face
I look around, but it's you I can't replace
I feel so cold, and I long for your embrace
I keep crying baby, baby please
Oh, can't you see
You belong to me?
How my poor heart aches
With every step you take?
Every move you make
And every vow you break
Every smile you fake
Every claim you stake
I'll be watching you
Every move you make
Every step you take
I'll be watching you
The lyrics of Jonathan Broady's song "Every Breath You Take" convey themes of obsession, possessiveness, and heartbreak. The song begins by expressing the intense scrutiny and surveillance the singer directs towards the person they are addressing. They make it clear that they are monitoring every breath, move, bond, step, word, and game of the other person, emphasizing their constant presence in their life. The repetition of "I'll be watching you" creates an eerie and persistent atmosphere, emphasizing the singer's obsession.
The chorus reveals the singer's possessiveness, declaring that the other person belongs to them. They express how their heart aches with every step the person takes, suggesting the pain caused by their actions. The repeated line "Every move you make, and every vow you break" further emphasizes the person's lack of trust and the consequential emotional toll it takes on the singer.
The second verse reveals that the person the singer is addressing has left them, leaving them feeling lost and empty. They express their desperation and longing, as their dreams are filled with the other person's face, and they search for them in vain. The line "I feel so cold, and I long for your embrace" conveys their deep yearning for the person's physical and emotional presence.
Overall, the lyrics of "Every Breath You Take" depict an unhealthy and possessive relationship, where one person's obsession and surveillance cause pain and heartache for the other.
Line by Line Meaning
Every breath you take
I am extremely aware and observant of your every breath.
And every move you make
I pay close attention to every action you take.
Every bond you break
I notice and acknowledge whenever you sever any connection or relationship.
Every step you take
I am attentive to each and every stride you make.
I'll be watching you
I will continue to keep a vigilant eye on you.
Every single day
Without exception, every day is subject to my observance.
And every word you say
Every utterance you speak is carefully noted by me.
Every game you play
I do not overlook any manipulative tactics or mind games you engage in.
Every night you stay
Even during your nights of rest, I am still acutely aware of your presence.
I'll be watching you
My attention to you remains unwavering.
Oh, can't you see
Are you unable to perceive or comprehend?
You belong to me?
Do you not realize that you are my possession?
How my poor heart aches
The pain in my heart intensifies greatly.
With every step you take?
As I witness your every movement?
Every move you make
Any action you undertake is under my continuous scrutiny.
And every vow you break
Whether intentional or not, I am cognizant of each promise you fail to uphold.
Every smile you fake
Even your insincere smiles do not elude my attention.
Every claim you stake
Your assertions and declarations are not unnoticed by me.
I'll be watching you
My watchful gaze remains fixed upon you.
Since you've gone, I've been lost without a trace
Since your departure, I have felt completely disoriented and without any clues or hints.
I dream at night, I can only see your face
During my nighttime visions, your visage is the sole focus of my dreams.
I look around, but it's you I can't replace
Despite my efforts to search for alternatives, I am unable to substitute or substitute anyone for you.
I feel so cold, and I long for your embrace
A profound sense of chill permeates within me, and I yearn for your warm and comforting embrace.
I keep crying baby, baby please
Frequently, I find myself in tears, pleading and begging, dear loved one.
Every move you make
All your actions, whether deliberate or subconscious, are continuously monitored by me.
Every step you take
Each and every one of your strides is meticulously observed by me.
I'll be watching you
Be assured, my gaze will never cease to focus on you.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Sting
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