Regrets
Julia Nunes Lyrics
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I doubt it will make it through till tomorrow
It's bogged down with sorrow and guilt
and it's built on these stilts which wobble 5 feet and 3 inches high
you ask me why I'm this way and all I can say
is I've gone through my fair share of shit
and you want all I've got so we'll give it a shot
I'm unimpressed, think it's best
if we give it a rest
I'm so tired I can't stand
for fear I will land on my ass
let time pass, this can't last
cause I'm just barely getting by
you ask me why I'm this way and all I can say
is I've gone through my fair share of shit
and you want all I've got so we'll give it a shot
I just hope you don't regret it
give me a break, with this heart ache
I doubt it will make it through till tomorrow
It's bogged down with sorrow and guilt
and it's built on these stilts which wobble 5 feet and 3 inches high
(I won't change my mind, we've run out of time)
you ask me why I'm this way and all I can say
is I've got nothing to hide behind
no excuses to confuse this
guess everyone loses but it's better than living a lie
you ask me why I'm this way and all I can say
is I've gone through my fair share of shit
and you want all I've got so we'll give it a shot
I just bet you'll regret it
The opening lines of "Regrets" by Julia Nunes suggest that the singer's heart is aching due to the burden of past memories, mistakes, and missed opportunities. The stilts mentioned are used to illustrate the fragility of the singer's heart and how it can easily wobble and fall apart. The singer admits to having gone through hardships and stating that the partner asking for all of their love should be careful not to regret it, indicating a fear of being hurt or causing hurt to someone else.
In the second verse, the singer expresses exhaustion from trying to maintain the relationship and suggests taking a break from it. They are hoping it's not a permanent one, but rather a temporary one that can give them time to recover before continuing the relationship. The final verse highlights the singer's vulnerability, showing a lack of excuses to justify their behavior but also highlighting that it's better than living a lie. The repetition of the line "you ask me why I'm this way" emphasizes the need for the partner to understand the singer's struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
give me a break, with this heart ache
I'm tired of feeling heartbroken and overwhelmed
I doubt it will make it through till tomorrow
I don't think I can handle these emotions much longer
It's bogged down with sorrow and guilt
My heart is heavy with sadness and regret
and it's built on these stilts which wobble 5 feet and 3 inches high
My emotions are unstable and fragile, ready to fall apart at any moment
you ask me why I'm this way and all I can say
You want an explanation for my feelings, but it's hard to put into words
is I've gone through my fair share of shit
I've experienced difficult and painful situations in my life
and you want all I've got so we'll give it a shot
You want to pursue a relationship with me, despite my emotional baggage
I just hope you don't regret it
I'm worried that you will regret getting involved with someone like me
I'm unimpressed, think it's best
I'm not impressed with the relationship so far and think it's best to take a break
if we give it a rest
We should take a break from this relationship
I'm so tired I can't stand
I'm emotionally exhausted and can't handle any more stress
for fear I will land on my ass
I'm afraid that I will fall apart completely
let time pass, this can't last
We need to take a step back and let time pass before we can continue this relationship
cause I'm just barely getting by
I'm barely managing to cope with my emotions and daily life
(I won't change my mind, we've run out of time)
I've made up my mind and this relationship can't continue any longer
is I've got nothing to hide behind
I have no excuses or defenses for my emotions and actions
no excuses to confuse this
I can't explain away my feelings or actions with excuses or justifications
guess everyone loses but it's better than living a lie
This situation may be disappointing or painful for both of us, but it's better than continuing in a relationship that isn't honest or true
I just bet you'll regret it
I have a feeling that you will come to regret pursuing a relationship with me
Contributed by Eliana E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@businessphone7905
HEY JULIA! I found you right when you started with your ukulele. I have that first signed album around here somewhere you and your mom were slinging at the time. I remember catching some friendly flak at work cause you had me singing "it's raining men." I was middle management in a highrise corporate office at the time, and straight as an arrow, it was hilarious. Good times.
I am so happy to see you chased that dream, God love you, you've got heart and courage. It takes a special kinda someone to even do that. I really hope its been everything you've ever wanted and then some. I knew you were something special that needed to been seen and shared and I did my part at the time. This video, specifically "Regrets" sold me. The passion, the intensity, all of you that you are putting out here, leaves me awestruck even 14 years later. Good work too, 14 years later, I still remember every word.
Someone said remaster this... I'm not sure you can take this instance and do it justice. I believe it's on the first album, but it's not the same. She is sharing something pure with the viewer here, it's an amazing thing to see.
Good stuff... I'll have to get caught up on your channel, but wonderful to see you put these classic pieces of early you back up. They're golden kid, just like you.
Congrats on the life you have carved out for yourself, my hat is off to you madam. Still a big fan. Awesome stuff.
@phoenixsplash135
Haven't listened to this in a while. Disappointed by how few views it has. Easily one of my favorite songs of all time.Ā
@ilmgfsm
Been listening to this for 13 years and I still know the lyrics ā¤ā¤
@MJDavidson76
Remaster this song and put it on one of your CDs!! Still my favorite!
@stefaniebutler1063
Yes!! I was googling a song from a show Iām watching bc I loved it and was so shocked when I saw it was herās!! Iām so happy for her!! but Iām all for this to be on Apple Music š
@SuperSinaSaiyan
This one will always hit home. I'm so glad it's back up. I've been just covering it in my room for years ā¤
@0Earthshaker0
Still listening after 10 years
@jennlynimin
Listened to these songs so much back in the day. Such precious gifts to return to. Thank you little Julia.
@RafaelVieira84
PLS, never EVER hide this again! I love the song! Its bookmarked since 2009!!!!!
@pamellaob8429
15 years later and this is still a fave of mine ā¤
@alexmay3543
1. Haven't heard this in years but somehow still remembered the lyrics and it all came back to me in a "song loudly to let out the 2020 feels" kind of way
2. The ending lmfao