Presley attended a variety of schools, mostly boarding schools, a few in Los Angeles County (among them the John Thomas Dye School), and also in Ojai, Ventura County, California, She was briefly a student at a Church of Scientology school in Los Angeles.
A close friend of her father's ex-girlfriend Linda Thompson, in 2003, after advice from Thompson's record producer and then-husband David Foster, Presley launched a career as a singer. Her debut album, To Whom It May Concern, reached #5 on the US Billboard 200 albums chart and was certified gold. To promote it she presented a concert in the UK, something that her father never did but wanted. Presley released her second album, Now What, in 2005 and it reached #9 on the US Billboard 200. It was certified gold in November 2005. Unlike her first album, Now What included a Parental Advisory sticker.
Her third album, Storm & Grace, was released on May 15, 2012.
The Road Between
Lisa Marie Presley Lyrics
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I caught a glimpse of my reflection in you
But they can't believe I still want you around
Hung on the line between addiction and this
I can't believe you said I hurt you again
But I can't afford to let you get away
And I cannot take the darkness when you stay
You're all I see
You're all I see
But don't come near me at all
How many roads between your world and mine
How many broken doors and how many fights
I changed my furniture to make you go away
I'm still overwhelmed at how much space you take
You're all I see
And it's definitely my fault
You're all I see
But don't come near me at all
And I can't have you right now
And I can't get it right now
And I can't have you right now
And I can't get it right now
You're all I see
And it's definitely my fault
You're all I see
But don't come near me at all
This is definitely my fault
Hung on the line between addiction and this
I can't believe that I have hurt you again.
The lyrics to Lisa Marie Presley's song, "The Road Between," illustrate the singer's inner turmoil as she grapples with a tumultuous relationship with her former partner. The first stanza depicts her as lost and wandering in a bleak landscape, reflecting on her own image in her ex-partner. This suggests a lack of direction and purpose in her own life, as she has become consumed by her past mistakes and her desire for this person. The second stanza reveals that others around her express disbelief that she still wants her ex-partner in her life, possibly due to the level of pain they have inflicted on each other. The singer is clearly struggling with addiction and the harmful cycle that such behavior can cause in relationships. Despite this, she is compelled to hold onto the relationship, even if it hurts them both.
As the song progresses, the singer discusses the struggle of being separate from her ex-partner, both physically and emotionally. She recognizes that there have been many fights and obstacles keeping them apart, which has caused her to take drastic measures, such as changing her furniture. However, the singer still finds herself overwhelmed and consumed by the memory of her ex-partner. She recognizes that the destruction of their relationship is partly her fault and that they are hanging on by a thread. Despite this, she cannot let go or move on.
The final lines of the song reveal the singer's desperation as she admits to being unable to have what she truly wants. The repetition of the line, "You're all I see," demonstrates her obsession with her ex-partner's presence in her life. She is aware that she is at fault for the pain and turmoil she has caused in their relationship but cannot bring herself to let go.
Line by Line Meaning
Out on the road between nowhere and hell
I was lost and confused, traveling aimlessly through life.
I caught a glimpse of my reflection in you
When I looked at you, I saw myself and all my flaws
But they can't believe I still want you around
Others don't understand why I keep coming back to you even when things are difficult.
Hung on the line between addiction and this
I'm stuck between my unhealthy dependence on you and the reality that we can't be together.
I can't believe you said I hurt you again
Although I shouldn't be surprised, it still hurts that I've caused you pain once more.
But I can't afford to let you get away
Even though it may be for the best, I can't bear the thought of losing you.
And I cannot take the darkness when you stay
Being with you can be emotionally taxing and overwhelming for me.
You're all I see
You're always on my mind and no matter how hard I try, I can't stop thinking about you.
And It's definitely my fault
I accept responsibility for the problems in our relationship.
But don't come near me at all
I know being near you will only cause more pain and heartache.
How many roads between your world and mine
We come from different places and have different priorities and values.
How many broken doors and how many fights
Our relationship has been tumultuous and challenging, marked by conflict and disagreements.
I changed my furniture to make you go away
I've tried everything to forget about you and move on, even rearranging my physical surroundings.
I'm still overwhelmed at how much space you take
Even though you're not physically present, you still take up a lot of mental and emotional space in my life.
And I can't have you right now
It's not possible or healthy for us to be together at this moment in time.
And I can't get it right now
I can't seem to make things work between us, despite my best efforts.
This is definitely my fault
I am to blame for the difficulties and challenges we've faced in our relationship.
I can't believe that I have hurt you again.
I'm in disbelief that I've caused you pain once more.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PENALOZA, PRESLEY, WELLS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Marcia hughey
Love this. Love your voice, love you Lisa Marie. So talented !!!!!
Michelle Whiting
❤😘
Capricious Horse
Wow! Thank you Reina Lynn ! I never knew LM was this good. Does she write her songs? The lyrics are interesting and deep. Love her voice too.
Lagoons002
Of course she wrote this album! It’s a simple google search away
Tammy Rizza
Lisa does write her own songs.
Chantelle Dahdal
I like this song! ♡
Sauce Apple
This was my best friend's favorite.
Delmy Ramirez Pur
Me en canta ésta canción
Elizabeth Freshour
LIsa is such a survivor. I pray for her often. She has alot of angels helping her now.
Jessie Blanton
Love your musice lisa .⚡⚡⚡⚡