Recover
KITCHEN - CHVRCHES Lyrics
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Hiding from you in this skin
So, old
I'll come, clean
Everyone-everyone knows
It's, me
And if I recover
Or it can be over
Or we can just leave it here
So pick any number
Choose any color
I've got the answer
Open the envelope
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change or part ways
And you take what you need
And you don't need me
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change our old ways
And you take what you need
And you know you don't need me
Blow by blow
Honest in every way I know
You appear
To face a decision I know you fear
And if I recover
Will you be my comfort?
Or it can be over
Or we can just leave it here
So pick any number
Choose any color
I've got the answer
Open the envelope
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change or part ways
And you take what you need
And you don't need me
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change our old ways
And you take what you need
And you know you don't need me
And you know you don't need me
And if I recover
Will you be my comfort
Or it can be over
Or we can just leave it here
So pick any number
Choose any color
I've got the answer
Open the envelope
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change or part ways
And you take what you need
And you don't need me
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change our old ways
And you take what you need
And you know you don't need me
The lyrics of CHVRCHES' song "Recover" speak to the emotional vulnerability and uncertainty in a relationship that seems to be on the verge of breaking apart. The singer acknowledges being caught off guard and hiding their true self from their partner, feeling old and worn out. They are willing to come clean, admitting that everyone knows it's them who needs to make a change.
The chorus reflects the singer's plea for redemption and a second chance. They question if, in their recovery, their partner will be their source of comfort and support. They contemplate whether the relationship can continue or if it's better to end it altogether. The singer presents their partner with the opportunity to decide, asking them to choose any number and any color, suggesting that they have all the answers in an envelope waiting to be opened.
In the following verses, the singer offers their partner one more chance to decide whether they can change their old ways and continue in the relationship or if it's time to part ways. The lyrics evoke a sense of resignation as the singer acknowledges that their partner may take what they need but no longer require the singer's presence.
The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the singer's longing for reassurance and their hope that their partner will still find comfort in the possibility of their recovery. It also reinforces their willingness to accept whatever decision their partner makes, whether it leads to a transformation or an end.
Overall, the lyrics of "Recover" delve into the complexities of a relationship in a precarious state, where one person seeks forgiveness and change while acknowledging their partner's potential decision to move on without them. It embodies the fear of rejection and the desire for a fresh start but offers the partner the power to determine the outcome.
Line by Line Meaning
Caught out cold, cold
Caught off guard, completely surprised
Hiding from you in this skin
Trying to conceal my true self from you
So, old
Feeling worn out and exhausted
I'll come, clean
I'll be honest and confess everything
Everyone-everyone knows
Everyone is aware of the truth
It's, me
I am the one responsible
And if I recover
If I manage to heal and move forward
Will you be my comfort?
Will you be the one to soothe me?
Or it can be over
Or we can put an end to this
Or we can just leave it here
Or we can choose to leave things as they are
So pick any number
So choose any path or option
Choose any color
Choose any direction or outcome
I've got the answer
I know what needs to be done
Open the envelope
Reveal the solution or truth
I'll give you one more chance
I'll offer you another opportunity
To say we can change or part ways
To decide if we can transform or go separate paths
And you take what you need
And you take whatever is necessary for you
And you don't need me
And you realize you can manage without me
Blow by blow
Step by step, in detail
Honest in every way I know
Sincere in every manner I understand
You appear
You seem to be
To face a decision I know you fear
To confront a choice that I know scares you
And if I recover
And if I'm able to heal and improve
Will you be my comfort?
Will you be the one to provide solace?
Or it can be over
Or we can end this relationship
Or we can just leave it here
Or we can choose to let things stay as they are
So pick any number
So choose any course of action
Choose any color
Choose any direction or outcome
I've got the answer
I know what needs to be done
Open the envelope
Reveal the solution or truth
I'll give you one more chance
I'll provide you with another opportunity
To say we can change or part ways
To decide if we can transform or separate
And you take what you need
And you take whatever is necessary for you
And you know you don't need me
And you realize you can manage without me
And you know you don't need me
And you acknowledge that you can live without me
And if I recover
And if I manage to heal and improve
Will you be my comfort?
Will you be the one to provide solace?
Or it can be over
Or we can put an end to this relationship
Or we can just leave it here
Or we can choose to let things stay as they are
So pick any number
So choose any course of action
Choose any color
Choose any direction or outcome
I've got the answer
I know what needs to be done
Open the envelope
Reveal the solution or truth
I'll give you one more chance
I'll provide you with another opportunity
To say we can change or part ways
To decide if we can transform or separate
And you take what you need
And you take whatever is necessary for you
And you know you don't need me
And you realize you can manage without me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: IAIN ANDREW COOK, LAUREN EVE MAYBERRY, MARTIN CLIFFORD DOHERTY
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