Black & Blue
Lost Frequencies Lyrics
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You always got an explanation
Some hesitation, oh I know
There's no need for all this tension
You're not addressing, but I know
You're talking with your body
You speak a different language
Don't you understand how bad it hurts me?
So tell me what you want, tell me what you need
Tell me what you're feeling when you're looking at me
Tell me what to say, maybe it's too soon
Swimming through the gray, but I can't find you
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
You say that you just don't believe me
But now you're leaving alone
But baby listen, do you hear me
When I speak clearly 'bout what I want
You're talking with your body
But your lips are saying different words
You speak a different language
Don't you understand how bad it hurts me?
So tell me what you want, tell me what you need
Tell me what you're feeling when you're looking at me
Tell me what to say, maybe it's too soon
Swimming through the gray, but I can't find you
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
So tell me what you want, tell me what you need
Tell me what you're feeling when you're looking at me
Tell me what to say, maybe it's too soon
Swimming through the gray, but I can't find you
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
Now I'm black and blue
The lyrics of Lost Frequencies' "Black & Blue" describe a relationship where one partner is hurt and confused by the other's mixed signals. The singer is black and blue, and the injury is not necessarily physical. Instead, the bruises are emotional, caused by the other person's body language not matching their spoken words. The partner offers "an explanation" but also "hesitation," leaving the singer feeling tense and hurt. The singer knows that there's no need for this tension but feels trapped in a relationship that is difficult to navigate.
The singer is asking for clarity and communication from their partner, pleading with them to "tell me what you want, tell me what you need." Despite the confusion and pain, the singer is willing to work through it and ask the difficult questions, even if it's too soon. The repetitious line, "now I'm black and blue," reinforces the emotional impact of the relationship's complications and the singer's longing for resolution. Ultimately, the song warns of the dangers of miscommunication, emphasizing the importance of clear and honest communication in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Now I'm black and blue
I am emotionally hurt and bruised because of our relationship
You always got an explanation
You always have a reason for your actions and behavior
Some hesitation, oh I know
I sense that you're holding back from me
There's no need for all this tension
We do not need to have all this tension in our relationship
You're not addressing, but I know
You're not openly talking about the problems in our relationship, but I can sense them
You're talking with your body
Your body language shows me that you have something to say
But your lips are saying different words
Your words are not matching your body language
You speak a different language
Your communication style is not effective in expressing your true emotions
Don't you understand how bad it hurts me?
Can't you see the pain that your actions are causing me?
So tell me what you want, tell me what you need
Please communicate your wants and needs to me
Tell me what you're feeling when you're looking at me
Express to me what emotions you have towards me
Tell me what to say, maybe it's too soon
Give me direction on how to approach this situation
Swimming through the gray, but I can't find you
I'm trying to navigate this situation, but I can't understand you
You say that you just don't believe me
You do not trust me
But now you're leaving alone
You're leaving me on my own
But baby listen, do you hear me
I need you to truly listen to what I am saying
When I speak clearly 'bout what I want
When I communicate my desires and needs to you
Writer(s): Felix De Laet, Stephen Puth, John Luke Carter
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@LostFrequencies
Yo !!
Hope you guys like my new single "Black & Blue" ! It a collaboration with Mokita, and the video was produced by my buddy Rafael Deprost !They both killed it, I'm so proud to be able to work with so many talented people ! Hope you guys like the music & the video !
My new album is coming out on the 4th of October, you can preserve it here : https://aliveandfeelingfine.com
Cheers !!
Felix
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@cindyc1508
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@LostFrequencies
Yo !!
Hope you guys like my new single "Black & Blue" ! It a collaboration with Mokita, and the video was produced by my buddy Rafael Deprost !They both killed it, I'm so proud to be able to work with so many talented people ! Hope you guys like the music & the video !
My new album is coming out on the 4th of October, you can preserve it here : https://aliveandfeelingfine.com
Cheers !!
Felix
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