Emerging singer-songwriter, Lexi Jayde, narrates the limbo between youth and adulthood, untangling experiences of self-discovery, love, heartbreak, mental health and nostalgia. Her unguarded honesty and vulnerablility speaks for her generation, reverberating through teenage hearts across the world from Los Angeles to Laos. Lexi’s artistry is built on an open expression of her internal struggles and insecurities; through her timeless music, she strives to build confidence in her global Gen Z “family” to do the same.
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Lexi Jayde Lyrics
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If I choose to let you in and take off my clothes
If I don't seem in it when you kiss me
And I don't know what to say when you miss me
If I pull away from you, don't take it personal
'Cause I've been dragged through hell and back
And I hope you're okay with that
Could you please be gentle with me?
My heart is fragile, don't you see?
I can't take another break, take another burn
I don't want another lesson learned
Could you please be gentle with me?
I'm a little hesitant to get close with your friends
'Cause the moment I lose you means I lose them
I'm a little pessimistic, can you blame me?
I'm just not looking for anyone to save me
If I seem a little distant, I'm afraid of how this ends
No, I don't want it to end
Please be gentle with me
My heart is fragile, don't you see?
I can't take another break, take another burn
I don't want another lesson learned
Could you please be gentle with me?
(Could you be gentle with me?)
(Could you be gentle with me?)
(Could you be gentle with me?)
(Could you be gentle with me?)
Could you please be gentle with me?
My heart is fragile, don't you see?
I can't take another break, take another burn
I don't want another lesson learned
Could you please be gentle?
Please be gentle with me
In Lexi Jayde's song "Gentle," the lyrics revolve around the artist's fears and vulnerabilities in a romantic relationship. She contemplates the possibility of getting closer to someone but expresses a desire to take things slow. Lexi admits that she has been hurt in the past, having been through difficult situations that have left her emotionally scarred. As a result, she requests the person she is interested in to be gentle with her.
The opening lines suggest that she may be considering going home with this person but wants them to understand her need for a slow pace. Lexi emphasizes her hesitation and vulnerability, indicating that she may have reservations about being intimate or vulnerable. She explains that she may not always outwardly show her emotions, not knowing how to respond when the person misses her. The line "If I pull away from you, don't take it personal" indicates that she may sometimes retreat emotionally due to her past experiences.
The chorus highlights Lexi's plea for gentleness and understanding. She acknowledges that her heart is fragile, possibly still healing from past wounds. Lexi expresses her desire to avoid further heartbreak or pain and to avoid learning another difficult lesson. Her pessimistic outlook may stem from the fear of losing the person she is interested in, along with the potential loss of their mutual friends if the relationship ends. She admits her fear of the relationship's eventual outcome but also expresses her hope that it won't end.
Overall, "Gentle" portrays Lexi Jayde's vulnerability, fear, and desire for a considerate and understanding partner. The song captures the complexity of her emotions as she navigates a potential romantic relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
If I choose to go home with you, can we take it slow?
If I decide to come back to your place, can we proceed at a comfortable pace?
If I choose to let you in and take off my clothes
If I decide to open up to you and reveal myself both physically and emotionally
If I don't seem in it when you kiss me
If I appear distant or disconnected when you kiss me
And I don't know what to say when you miss me
And I struggle to find the right words when you express your feelings of longing for me
If I pull away from you, don't take it personal
If I distance myself from you, please understand that it's not a reflection of you personally
'Cause I've been dragged through hell and back
Because I have experienced intense pain and adversity in my life
And I hope you're okay with that
And I hope you are accepting and understanding of my past struggles
Could you please be gentle with me?
Can you please handle me delicately and with care?
My heart is fragile, don't you see?
My heart is vulnerable and easily broken, can't you perceive?
I can't take another break, take another burn
I cannot endure another heartbreak or emotional pain
I don't want another lesson learned
I do not desire to gain any more painful life experiences
I'm a little hesitant to get close with your friends
I have reservations about forming close relationships with your friends
'Cause the moment I lose you means I lose them
Because if our relationship ends, I will also lose their companionship
I'm a little pessimistic, can you blame me?
I tend to be negative, can you really fault me for that?
I'm just not looking for anyone to save me
I am not seeking someone to rescue or fix me
If I seem a little distant, I'm afraid of how this ends
If I appear distant, it is because I am fearful of the potential outcome of our relationship
No, I don't want it to end
No, I do not desire for our relationship to come to an end
Please be gentle with me
Please treat me with kindness and sensitivity
Could you be gentle with me?
Can you handle me with gentleness?
Please be gentle with me?
I beg you to handle me delicately
Could you be gentle with me?
Can you treat me with tenderness?
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Alexis Burnett, Danny Spadaro
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
savannah
ive been a fan of ur music since last year and seeing u get so big and known makes me so happy. if anyone deserves it, its u!!! so proud of u lex
Ann
rt!
Prod.X
Same
Jonathan Martinez
Same, since she just came out with music i told everyone i knew about her
Kelby Lefsrud
This basically summed up what it’s like to have feelings for someone new after a rough breakup
Arvind
Literally every songs of Closer to closure is soooooooo good and to be honest, if you can relate to any songs, it literally hits different and every song from closer to closure is relatable. Love you, Lexi. Just keep getting bigger and good luck for this album.
Maria Hêliza
parabéns a todos os envolvidos, porque isso aí é um hino atemporal
Sohinee Pramanik
Trust me gurl...this is fantastic.
This looks so perfect and gurl i must admit that yours lyrics are damn good. Thus looks like a real love story. Great work. And the songs of closer to closure are so relatable. Keep making music.
Love from India
Leanna Phan
this music video is so cute!! so happy you’re healing ❤️🩹
AmyLeigh
so proud of you and all that you do, such beautiful art