Over You
Laura Shay Lyrics
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And I have no one else to blame
'Cause even the rain leaves faster than it came
It's only pain, it's only pain you'll say
On the days that my temper flares
You and I, well we don't go there
'Cause all my life, I have always been the one under the knife
When will the sun come out to play
'Cause I, I need a friendly face
Oh 'cause I'm feeling low, oh so blue
And it's over you,
Oh you, over you, oh you do do do...
And oh these thoughts, well they tend to dwell
Until I bid them the last farewell
'Cause I, I know that I drag myself into the undertow
Oh well that's, that's just the way that it goes
When will the sun come out to play
'Cause I, I need a friendly face
Oh 'cause I'm feeling low, oh so blue
And it's over you,
Oh you, over you, oh you do do do...
Hey this jealousy is coming over me
Oh it's the agony of defeat
It's bittersweet
You're, you're the one, you're the golden boy
And all that you touch, well it turns to joy
'Cause you, you sing as though you're some
metaphorical king
Oh that's cool if that's your thing
When will the sun come out to play
'Cause I, I need a friendly face
Oh 'cause I'm feeling low, oh so blue
And it's over you,
Oh you, over you, oh you do do do...
Over you, over you, oh you do do do...
The lyrics to Laura Shay's song "Over You" focus on the aftermath of a failed relationship and the emotional struggles that accompany it. The singer is lamenting the fact that time seems to be moving on, but she remains stranded in the same emotional place, with nobody to blame but herself. She compares her pain to rain that comes and goes fleetingly, yet still manages to leave an impact, and notes that although she and the subject of the song don't argue anymore, that doesn't mean the relationship didn't leave scars.
The singer also struggles with feelings of jealousy and inadequacy, feeling like the "golden boy" she was once with can turn anything he touches into joy while she remains stuck in a negative state. Despite this, she acknowledges that everyone has their own things that make them feel good, and that's okay. Ultimately, the song suggests that despite feeling low and blue, the singer will eventually move on from this heartbreak and find happiness again.
Overall, "Over You" is a poignant and relatable reflection on the complexities of heartbreak and the long journey towards healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Years go by and I'm the same
Even though time is passing, I am not changing or growing in any meaningful way.
And I have no one else to blame
I acknowledge that my lack of progress or happiness is my own responsibility and not due to external factors.
'Cause even the rain leaves faster than it came
Everything, even the things that seem like they will last forever, eventually come to an end and disappear.
It's only pain, it's only pain you'll say
Others may try to minimize my struggles or dismiss my emotions as insignificant or temporary, but to me they feel real and intense.
On the days that my temper flares
Sometimes I have outbursts of anger or frustration that are difficult for me to control.
You and I, well we don't go there
Our relationship is strained or sensitive enough that we both know to avoid certain topics or interactions that could lead to conflict.
'Cause all my life, I have always been the one under the knife
I have experienced many painful or difficult situations throughout my life that have left me feeling vulnerable or exposed.
Oh but you, well you, oh you never look twice
You seem oblivious to my struggles or pain, as though you don't even see or acknowledge them.
When will the sun come out to play
I am looking for a moment of happiness or relief from my current state of sadness or despair.
'Cause I, I need a friendly face
I am longing for human connection or support from someone who cares about me and understands what I am going through.
Oh 'cause I'm feeling low, oh so blue
I am experiencing a deep, persistent sense of sadness or depression that is affecting my ability to function.
And it's over you, Oh you, over you, oh you do do do...
I am fixating on memories or emotions related to you, and I can't seem to move on or let go of these feelings.
Oh these thoughts, well they tend to dwell
I have a tendency to ruminate or obsess over negative thoughts or memories, which can make my mental state even worse.
Until I bid them the last farewell
I am trying to let go of my negative thoughts or memories and move on from them, but it is difficult and requires conscious effort.
'Cause I, I know that I drag myself into the undertow
I recognize that I am responsible for getting myself into negative emotional states, and that I need to find ways to avoid or cope with those situations in the future.
Oh well that's, that's just the way that it goes
I accept that life is difficult and full of challenges, and that I need to learn how to navigate those challenges in a healthy way.
Hey this jealousy is coming over me
I am experiencing feelings of envy or resentment towards someone, possibly related to their successes or relationships.
Oh it's the agony of defeat
These feelings of jealousy or resentment are causing me emotional pain or discomfort.
You're, you're the one, you're the golden boy
I am specifically feeling jealous towards a male individual who is seen as popular, successful, or highly desirable.
And all that you touch, well it turns to joy
This person seems to have a transformative effect on anything they are associated with, making it more positive or enjoyable.
'Cause you, you sing as though you're some metaphorical king
This person has a confident and commanding presence, as though they are a highly respected or influential figure.
Oh that's cool if that's your thing
I acknowledge that some people are naturally charismatic or enviable, and that it's not necessarily a bad thing to be successful or well-liked.
Over you, over you, oh you do do do...
I am continuing to struggle with my feelings and memories related to this person, and I can't seem to move past them.
When will the sun come out to play
I am still looking for happiness or relief from my sadness, and I am hoping for a positive change in my life.
'Cause I, I need a friendly face
I am still seeking connection or support from someone who cares about me and understands my struggles.
Oh 'cause I'm feeling low, oh so blue
My emotional state is still very sad and depressed, and I am struggling to find happiness or positivity in my life.
And it's over you, Oh you, over you, oh you do do do...
I am still fixating on my feelings and memories related to this person, and I can't seem to escape or move on from them.
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