Hands
Like A Motorcycle Lyrics
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I left you just enough to live
And you left me just enough
Just enough to irritate my skin
And I keep coming back for more
I want you so bad but for now
My hands are still here
Oh my, hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
Oh my, hands are still here
My hands are still here
I wished you nothing but
I wished you nothing but the best
And you still keep wishing me
All the things that irritate my skin
And I keep coming back for more
I want you so bad but for now
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
Oh my, hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
Oh my, hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
Oh my, hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
My hands are still here
Oh my, hands are still here
My hands are still here
The lyrics to "Hands" by Like a Motorcycle delve into the complex dynamics of a toxic relationship. The singer is expressing their frustration and longing for someone who continuously disappoints them, but despite the pain, they remain attached and unable to let go.
The opening lines, "I left you just enough / I left you just enough to live / And you left me just enough / Just enough to irritate my skin," suggest a sense of resentment and imbalance in the relationship. The singer implies that they have given their partner the bare minimum to sustain themselves, while the partner has done the same, creating a cycle of frustration and unease.
Despite the flaws and hurt, the singer admits that they keep coming back for more because they still desire their partner. The phrase "I want you so bad but for now" shows their conflicting emotions - the strong desire to be with their partner juxtaposed with the realization that it may not be healthy or possible in the present moment.
The second verse repeats a similar theme, with the singer expressing their wish for the best for their partner, yet receiving only irritations in return. The repeated line "And I keep coming back for more" emphasizes their inability to break free from the toxic cycle, continuing to yearn for their partner even though they know it's not ideal.
The chorus, which repeats throughout the song, declares the persistence of the singer's hands. This could be seen as a metaphor for their enduring attachment to their partner, despite the pain and disappointment. The repetition of "My hands are still here" amplifies the message, emphasizing their commitment to this complicated relationship.
Overall, "Hands" reflects the struggles and contradictions found within a toxic relationship, where love and desire can coexist with pain and frustration. It showcases the complexity of human emotions and the difficulty of breaking free from destructive patterns.
Line by Line Meaning
I left you just enough
I gave you the bare minimum, not enough to sustain you
I left you just enough to live
I left you with only the basic necessities to survive
And you left me just enough
You gave me just the right amount, sufficient to bother and annoy me
Just enough to irritate my skin
Your actions and words are like an irritant, causing discomfort and frustration
And I keep coming back for more
Despite the pain, I can't resist the pull and desire for you
I want you so bad but for now
I have an intense longing for you, but it's not the right time
My hands are still here
I still have the ability to touch and hold onto you
Oh my, hands are still here
Oh, I can't believe I still have the capability to reach out to you
I wished you nothing but
I only desired the best for you in my thoughts
I wished you nothing but the best
My hopes and wishes for you were all positive and filled with good intentions
And you still keep wishing me
You continue to desire and hope for things that trouble me
All the things that irritate my skin
The thoughts and actions you send my way cause irritation and discomfort
My hands are still here
I haven't lost the ability to reach out and touch you
My hands are still here
Despite everything, I can still hold onto you
Oh my, hands are still here
It's unbelievable that I haven't let go of you yet
My hands are still here
I haven't given up on us, I'm still holding on
My hands are still here
No matter what happens, my ability to touch you remains
My hands are still here
They're a constant reminder of my unyielding affection for you
Oh my, hands are still here
Oh, it's incredible that even with everything, my hands haven't let go
My hands are still here
Despite the challenges, they continue to cling to the hope of our connection
Lyrics © Seegang Musik
Written by: Jillian Rose Comeau, Kim Hyland, Katelin Lamond, Michelle Skelding
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Steve Brunke
You guys rocked Barrymores last night. I am sure you gained some new fans for sure. Great show!
Ariane Alexander
Awesome to see women rocking out!!! Hells yeah! Great song!
Trina CA Wood
💯🎤🎸🥁📢🇨🇦💀 this song is perfect
Happy COLLAPSE
very good, you deserve more views.
Joseph Roos
Loud fast n dirty Love it .See you on the 16th in Ottawa.
Cage Larock
NEAT
Klutze
good
Jett Crash
Danko Jones much?
joe carroll
seriously dislike. jesus