Lighthouse
Loveless Lyrics


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Tell me a lie to keep me in line
You swear it’s a sign
But it’s the tortured who rise
Uncover your eyes
See what’s outside
Eventually we’ll find the time
And what if I
What if I believe you
Or what if I defy
And what if I could see you
Like I saw you the whole time

Go on, give it your all tonight
You can say anything you like
I’m not your savior, so far away
Blinded by anger, you forgot who to blame
I’ll never be your lighthouse in the dusk
If I had my way I’d guide you to the rocks
Go on, give it your all tonight
You can say anything you like

Poison my mind
You’ll never be satisfied
Blame the divine
Eventually they’ll find the time
And what if I
What if I believe you
Or what if I defy
I said what if i believe you, what if I defy

Go on, give it your all tonight
You can say anything you like
I’m not your savior, so far away
Blinded by anger, you forgot who to blame
I’ll never be your lighthouse in the dusk
If I had my way I’d guide you to the rocks
Go on, give it your all tonight
You can say anything you like

You can say anything you like
Go on, give it your all
You can say anything you like
Go on, give it your all

And what if I believed you, what if I could

Go on, give it your all tonight
You can say anything you like
I’m not your savior, so far away
Blinded by anger, you forgot who to blame
I’ll never be your lighthouse in the dusk
If I had my way I’d guide you to the rocks




Go on, give it your all tonight
You can say anything you like

Overall Meaning

Loveless's song, Lighthouse, eloquently illustrates the challenges of one-sided relationships. The lyrics speak to the struggles of trying to hold onto something that is slipping away. The singer is pleading with their lover, asking them to tell a lie to make this heartbreak easier to bear. The lover is desperate for a sign, but the singer knows that even if they continue to pretend that everything is okay, in the end, it will be they who must carry the burden of pain.


As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that their lover has lost their way and is blinded by anger. They realize that they cannot fix their lover's issues, nor should they act as a lighthouse in the dusk, guiding them through treacherous waters. They understand that enabling their partner's behavior is not the answer, even though they wish they could be their savior. In the end, the singer chooses to defy their lover, a bold move that shows they are willing to stand up for themselves and what they believe in.


Loveless's Lighthouse is a poignant representation of the impact of one-sided relationships on individual growth and the potential need to detach from unhealthy relationships, even if it means walking away from those they love.


Line by Line Meaning

Tell me a lie to keep me in line
Ask me to do something untrue to maintain control over me


You swear it's a sign
You assert that it's an indication


But it’s the tortured who rise
However, it's those who are tormented who recover


Uncover your eyes
Open your eyes and see


See what’s outside
Take a look at what is beyond


Eventually we’ll find the time
Sooner or later, we'll have the opportunity


And what if I
What if I were to


What if I believe you
Trust and accept what you're saying


Or what if I defy
Or resist you


And what if I could see you
What if I could perceive you


Like I saw you the whole time
The way I've always seen you


Go on, give it your all tonight
Continue to make your best effort today


You can say anything you like
You're free to express yourself


I’m not your savior, so far away
I cannot save you, and I'm distant


Blinded by anger, you forgot who to blame
Your rage has blinded you, causing you to forget who is at fault


I’ll never be your lighthouse in the dusk
I can't be your beacon to guide you through the dark


If I had my way I’d guide you to the rocks
If it were up to me, I'd lead you towards danger


Poison my mind
Influence my thoughts in a negative way


You’ll never be satisfied
You'll never be contented


Blame the divine
Attribute fault to a higher power


And what if I believed you, what if I could
And if I trusted and comprehended what you're stating


Go on, give it your all
Keep at it and do your best


You can say anything you like
You have the liberty to say whatever you want




Lyrics © ONErpm
Written by: DYLAN TIRAPELLI-JAMAIL, JULIAN COMEAU, KYLE BLACK

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@Melane.D

Your music feels, sounds, smells like my teenage years. I can go back to my almost every memory with you. I'm almost thirty, a very new mom, and I can feel like myself in ways I had forgotten existed, and it's been so long; too long. So, thank you. You cannot possibly imagine what you have given me back.

@lilathegamer5775

Im 36 and still love this stuff

@CountingSheepsTonight

I so agree, I feel like I'm back to my middle school era, which was more than 10 years ago. The music was so great, pure instruments, bands and vocals. I miss those.

@sebsharpe7785

Fr them younger Day vibes. 33 and nobody knows I’m still emo at heart.

@ericbridges6750

@@CountingSheepsTonight 1:14

@ibinkyz

Here bc of LubaTV. Your song is... Heaven like.

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@vitor_r14

Eu também hehehe

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