Emotional Bruises
Madison Beer Lyrics


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How do I word this?
Was about to write you this letter but it was just curses in cursive
You probably deserve it
But that's so impersonal
Should tell you in person
I hope it don't hurt you but then I've been hurt too
By you
The truth is
All you do is leave me emotional bruises

You're calling me up to link up and
Figure shit out
Know doubt, time's out
We never figure shit out
I can't do this no more
You call me on life support

'Cause this is the fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time that we've relapsed
It's the third second chance that I've given you
For the first time
Let this be the last
Fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time that I've collapsed
Into your arms
It's so hard but for the best
For the first time
Let this be the last

This vicious cycle
Is driving me psycho
I'm anxious
Need someone to come check my vitals
One minute I'm leaving, the next I forgive you

You're calling me up to link up and
Figure shit out
Know doubt, time's out
We never figure shit out
I can't do this no more
Cutting off the life support

'Cause this is the fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time that we've relapsed
It's the third second chance that I've given you
For the first time
Let this be the last
Fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time that I've collapsed
Into your arms
It's so hard but for the best
For the first time
Let this be the last

Please, please
Let this be the last
No, it's gotta be the




Oh, it's truly
The last

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Madison Beer's song "Emotional Bruises" depict a cycle of a toxic, dysfunctional relationship where the singer is being hurt, manipulated and emotionally drained by their partner. In the first verse, the singer expresses the desire to write a letter with all the curses and insults, but then ultimately decides to confront their partner in person. The singer acknowledges that they have also been hurt by their partner and that all they do is leave them with emotional bruises. The second verse reveals that the couple has been through this cycle multiple times, with the singer taking their partner back and forgiving them, only to be hurt again. The chorus repeats the plea for this to be the last time, indicating that the singer is willing to cut ties and leave their partner for good. The line "Cutting off the life support" signifies the singer's decision to end a toxic relationship and move on.


The lyrics in "Emotional Bruises" reveal a message about the dangers of staying in an unhealthy relationship and the power of ending the cycle. The song speaks to many individuals who find themselves in toxic relationships, where their partner repeatedly hurts them and makes them feel undervalued. The singer emphasizes the importance of recognizing their worth and the desire to break cycles of abuse and manipulation. The song also reveals the fear and anxiety that come along with leaving a toxic relationship, and the strength required to end it for good.


Line by Line Meaning

Was about to write you this letter but it was just curses in cursive
I wanted to express my feelings to you in writing, but all I can think of are hurtful words


You probably deserve it
You have done something to cause me pain or distress


But that's so impersonal
Expressing myself in writing feels less authentic and meaningful than doing it in person


Should tell you in person
I need to talk to you face to face about how I feel


I hope it don't hurt you but then I've been hurt too
I don't want to cause you pain, but I have also suffered because of you


By you
I have been hurt by your actions or behavior


The truth is
I need to be honest with you


All you do is leave me emotional bruises
Your behavior and actions cause me emotional pain and distress


You're calling me up to link up and
You want to talk or meet up with me


Figure shit out
Resolve our issues or problems


Know doubt, time's out
There's no time to waste, we need to act quickly


We never figure shit out
We can never seem to resolve our problems or reach a solution


I can't do this no more
I can't continue with this cycle of pain and hurt


You call me on life support
You rely on me to help you, even though it hurts me


This vicious cycle
Our relationship is caught in a pattern of hurt and pain


Is driving me psycho
It's causing me to feel anxious and overwhelmed


I'm anxious
I feel worried and uneasy


Need someone to come check my vitals
I need someone to help me feel secure and stable


One minute I'm leaving, the next I forgive you
I keep going back and forth about whether to stay or leave


Cutting off the life support
Ending the cycle of pain and hurt by distancing myself from you


Please, please
I am begging you


Let this be the last
Let this be the end of our cycle of pain and hurt


No, it's gotta be the
It absolutely has to be the end


Oh, it's truly
This is really the last time


The last
This is truly the final end to our relationship




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Elizabeth Boland, Larus Arnarson, Leroy Clampitt, Madison Beer, Evan Bogart

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EMOTIONAL BRUISES lyrics...
Verse 1
How do I word this?
Was about to write you this letter
But it was just curses in cursive
You probably deserve it
But that's so impersonal, should tell you in person
I hope it don't hurt you, but then, I've been hurt too by you
The truth is, all you do is
Leave me emotional bruises

Pre-Chorus
You're callin' me up to link up and figure shit out
No doubt, time's out, we never figure shit out
I can't do this no more, you call me your life support

Chorus
'Cause this is the fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time, that we've relapsed
It's the third-second chance that I've given you
For the first time, let this be the last time
Fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time, that I've collapsed into your arms
It's so hard, but for the best
For the first time, let this be the last

Verse 2
This vicious cycle, it's driving me psycho
I'm anxious need someone to come check my vitals (Come check my vitals)
One minute I'm leaving, the next I forgive you

Pre-Chorus
You're callin' me up to link up and figure shit out
No doubt, time's out, we never figure shit out
I can't do this no more, cutting off the life support

Chorus
'Cause this is the fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time, that we've relapsed
It's the third-second chance that I've given you
For the first time, let this be the last time
Fifth time I've taken you back
It's the fourth time, that I've collapsed into your arms
It's so hard, but for the best
For the first time, let this be the last

Outro
Please, please
Let this be last
No, it's gotta be
It's truly the last



All comments from YouTube:

Violet Love

Madison, my daughter told me about your music and I figured I should take a listen since I'm a protective mama bear and want to make sure my kids breathe in positivity and get rid of any negativity that will be toxic for their health & lives. She played this song for me and you now have a new fan.. I think you're very underrated. You're beautiful, intelligent, and blessed with a voice that can melt ice caps. Keep singing, hon.

millian

YOUR DAUGHTER IS A QUEEN ! just like u obss!

Violet Love

@millian thanks. Only royalty recognizes royalty. 😇💐

Julia Rao

This is soo sweet 😢

littletwig

🥺

Mia !

Wait that’s so cuteee

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Charlotte Korst

This is truly my most liked song of the album. I’m in love

Maurice

After Baby ?

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Sameeeeeeee 🥺

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