Sirens
Kelsea Ballerini Lyrics

Well, your reputation beats you to this Little town like breaking news Of a devastation that you left behind Well, I ain't scared of a little rain And I watch that spinning weather vane I guess I just ain't the running kind
The singer is aware of the reputation of the person they are talking about in the town. Despite this, they are not afraid of it and are willing to take risk. The singer implies that they won't be running scared anytime soon.

(Oh) They all watch from windows as I ran that dark cloud down You were nothing but trouble, baby And I've been sifting through the rubble lately I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the
Others in the singer's life were watchful and hesitant when the singer enters a relationship with a problematic individual. After the tumultuous end, the singer is still struggling to deal with the aftermath of the relationship. The singer regrets not listening to those who warned them.

(Oh) Wanted to dance in the eye of danger Knowing good well I'd regret it later I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the
Despite knowing that the relationship would end badly, the singer was fascinated with the danger and thrills of the person they were involved with. The singer now realizes that they should have paid attention to the warnings.

(Oh) The warning lights were flashing like lightning I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the sirens
The singer recalls how everything seemed to be a warning sign that their relationship with the problematic person may not end well. The warning signs were similar to those of a siren, which the singer admits they should have listened to.

Well, I let you crumble every wall With your hail as hard as a cannonball 'Cause I like the risk that's in your reckless touch And I've always had a weakness for A terrible and twisted storm 'Cause your kiss is an adrenaline rush
Despite the warning signs, the singer was intrigued by the thrill and excitement of being involved with the problematic person. The singer admits to being addicted to the adrenaline rush that comes with being with them, even though it may be dangerous.

(Oh) I knew what I was chasing when I ran that dark cloud down You were nothing but trouble, baby And I've been sifting through the rubble lately I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the
The singer knew what they were getting into when they entered a relationship with the problematic person. However, after the relationship ended, the singer is left to deal with the aftermath and regrets not listening to the warnings.

(Oh) Wanted to dance in the eye of danger Knowing good well I'd regret it later I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the
The singer admits to purposely seeking out danger and ignoring the warnings. The singer regrets not listening to the people who warned them about the dangers of the relationship.

(Oh) The warning lights were flashing like lightning I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the sirens
The singer recalls how everything seemed to be a warning sign that their relationship with the problematic person may not end well. The warning signs were similar to those of a siren, which the singer admits they should have listened to.

Maybe I'll know better the next time I hear that Ooh I should've listened to the Ooh, yeah
The singer understands that they made a mistake and should have listened to the warnings. The singer hopes to learn from this experience and be more cautious in the future.

You were nothing but trouble, baby And I've been sifting through the rubble lately I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the Wanted to dance in the eye of danger Knowing good well I'd regret it later I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the (Oh) The warning lights were flashing like lightning I should've listened to the, I should've listened to the sirens Going (Ooh)
The singer reflects on their regrets regarding the relationship with the problematic person. The singer admits that they should have listened to those who warned them of the dangers, and is now sifting through the aftermath of the relationship. The warning signs were similar to those of a siren, which the singer admits they should have listened to.