Falling Into You
Kasey Chambers Lyrics


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I've been crushed like paper
I've been washed like rain
I've been scared of sleeping
In case I wake up the same

I've been broken and battered
I've been lost in my home
I've been cryin' a river
I've been cold as a stone

But falling into you
It carries me far enough away
And everything you do
It lightens up my brighter side of day

I just hope that the wind
Doesn't blow you away
I've been left unattended
I've been thrown like a ball

I've been rolled with the punches
And I didn't feel a thing at all
I've been crossed by the wires
I've been blinded by the light





I've been burnt by the fire
I've been kept out of sight

Overall Meaning

The opening lines, "I've been crushed like paper, I've been washed like rain", suggest that this person has gone through some difficult times and has endured a lot of pain. The following lines reveal that their struggles extend beyond physical pain and into emotional turmoil. They are afraid to sleep because they worry they will wake up feeling just as broken and battered as they did before.


The chorus of the song, "But falling into you, it carries me far enough away, and everything you do, it lightens up my brighter side of day", suggests that this person has found comfort and solace in falling in love with someone. This person's love is a source of warmth and light, and they feel that being with this person helps them to escape their troubles, even if only for a little while.


The final lines, "I've been left unattended, I've been thrown like a ball, I've been rolled with the punches and I didn't feel a thing at all, I've been crossed by the wires, I've been blinded by the light, I've been burnt by the fire, I've been kept out of sight", allude to a person who has lost control during the difficult stages of life. This person has been pushed around, manipulated, and used by people who don't seem to care about their well-being. However, despite the trials and hardships of life, they have found a source of comfort in the person they love.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been crushed like paper
I have experienced emotional pain which has flattened me out and made me feel insignificant.


I've been washed like rain
I have been through a cleansing process that has stripped me of my defenses.


I've been scared of sleeping In case I wake up the same
I have feared that I will remain stuck in this state of emotional distress and will not be able to move forward even after a good night's sleep.


I've been broken and battered
I have been through a difficult journey that has left me feeling damaged and beaten.


I've been lost in my home
I have felt directionless and lost even in familiar surroundings.


I've been cryin' a river
I have shed tears uncontrollably, expressing the depth of my pain.


I've been cold as a stone
I have been numb and disengaged from my emotions.


But falling into you It carries me far enough away
Being with you allows me to escape the pain I feel and gives me a sense of relief.


And everything you do It lightens up my brighter side of day
You bring joy and positivity into my life and it makes everything better.


I just hope that the wind Doesn't blow you away
I fear that I will lose you and the comfort you bring.


I've been left unattended
I have been neglected and left alone when I needed support the most.


I've been thrown like a ball
I have been treated thoughtlessly and pushed around like an object.


I've been rolled with the punches And I didn't feel a thing at all
I have been resilient and adapted to challenges, but it has also made me numb to my emotions.


I've been crossed by the wires
I have been confused and disoriented by the complexities of life.


I've been blinded by the light
I have been overwhelmed by the harshness of reality.


I've been burnt by the fire
I have been hurt by experiences that were supposed to bring me warmth and comfort.


I've been kept out of sight
I have been hidden away and not given a chance to shine.




Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, BMG Rights Management
Written by: KASEY CHAMBERS

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Comments from YouTube:

Emma Wilson

This song makes me cry...so relatable all these years after first hearing it...as we age our experiences and lens we see the world through change, but the feelings are universal and relatable at any stage. Thank you Kasey, your music is a true gift.

Will Manes

its nice to visit that little place in my head, where her lyrics are branded in my mind. been a long time, since I've heard this jewel.

Facilitator Express

Kasey's success - despite the music industry, is elegant proof that for those with the courage to pursue their passion, there is reward, and success. Extraordinary talent such as this cannot be beaten nor kept secret.

Donna L. Palmer

thanx MUCHO lovelisteningtorain 4 posting ahhh the memories of Kasey! what awesome vocals TALENT & there's nothing as sweet as rain on a tin roof :)

Montana Lipscombe

love this song so damn much your lyrics are just amazing your write the best songs xx

Ellen Barnett

so glad l have found Casey music as I just love it

Victoria Hellmer

The absolute mot beautiful song ever.  Thanks Kasey.

justcallmethelma

love this love this love this!

Kevin Crisantemi

Crazy ! Didn't know much about kasey in the u.s but one of her songs was in a u.s tv show....it was do good it made me search for more of her music and honestly I love it all...absolutely amazing....so talented and wonderful....i love kasey😍

Harkeill

I’m not afraid to sleep; I’m afraid to be awake.

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