Unsaid emily
Madison Reyes & Charlie Gillespie Lyrics
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We start the scene in reverse
All of the lines rehearsed
Disappeared from my mind
When things got loud
One of us running out
I should've turned around
But I had too much pride
No time for goodbyes
Didn't get to apologize
Pieces of a clock that lies broken
If I could take us back, if I could just do that
And write in every empty space the words "I love you" in replace
Then maybe time would not erase me
If you could only know I never let you go
And the words I most regret
Are the ones I never meant to leave
Unsaid Emily
Silent days, mysteries and mistakes
Who'd be the first to break?
I guess we're alike that way
He said, she said conversations in my head
And that's just where they're gonna stay forever
If I could take us back, if I could just do that
And write in every empty space the words "I love you" in replace
Then maybe time would not erase me
If you could only know I never let you go
And the words I most regret
Are the ones I never meant to leave
Unsaid Emily
If I could take us back, if I could just do that
And write in every empty space the words "I love you" in replace
Then maybe time would not erase me
If you could only know I never let you go
And the words I most regret
Are the ones I never meant to leave
Unsaid Emily
The lyrics to "Unsaid Emily" by Madison Reyes & Charlie Gillespie delve into themes of regret, missed opportunities, and the lingering impact of unspoken words in a relationship. The song opens with the singer reflecting on a past altercation in reverse, where the lines were rehearsed but ultimately disappeared from their mind amid the chaos of a heated moment. The regret of not turning around and letting pride get in the way is palpable, setting the tone for the emotional depth of the song.
The chorus serves as a poignant plea for a chance to rewrite history by expressing love and preventing the erasure of their connection over time. The longing to go back and make things right by filling the empty spaces with "I love you" is a powerful sentiment that underscores the weight of unexpressed feelings. The regret of not seizing the moment to convey emotions becomes a burden that the singer carries, symbolized by "Unsaid Emily," the embodiment of unspoken words.
The second verse delves deeper into the aftermath of the silence, highlighting the pain of unspoken apologies and the weight of unresolved conflicts. The internal monologue of "he said, she said" conversations underscores the internal turmoil and regret over lost opportunities for reconciliation. The reference to "silent days, mysteries, and mistakes" evokes a sense of desolation and the inevitability of fractured communication in a relationship where pride and miscommunication reign.
The repetition of the chorus reinforces the yearning for a chance to make amends and convey the unspoken feelings before they are lost to time. The emotional intensity of the lyrics is heightened by the realization that the singer never let go of their love, despite the absence of verbal affirmation. The profound regret over the words left unspoken serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of expressing love and resolving conflicts before it's too late. "Unsaid Emily" encapsulates the heartache of unvoiced emotions and the lasting impact of words left unsaid in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
First things first
Let's address the situation right away
We start the scene in reverse
We rewind and analyze how everything unfolded
All of the lines rehearsed
Every word we planned to say
Disappeared from my mind
I couldn't find the right words
When things got loud
During moments of chaos
One of us running out
One of us walking away
I should've turned around
I should have tried to fix things
But I had too much pride
But my ego got in the way
No time for goodbyes
No chance to say farewell
Didn't get to apologize
Didn't have the opportunity to ask for forgiveness
Pieces of a clock that lies broken
Fragmented remnants of a relationship
Silent days, mysteries and mistakes
Quiet moments filled with unanswered questions and errors
Who'd be the first to break?
Who would be the first to admit fault?
I guess we're alike that way
I suppose we share that trait
He said, she said conversations in my head
Replaying arguments and conversations mentally
And that's just where they're gonna stay forever
Those thoughts will remain eternally
If I could take us back, if I could just do that
If I could rewind time, if only I could
And write in every empty space the words 'I love you' in replace
And express my love in every possible way
Then maybe time would not erase me
Perhaps I wouldn't be forgotten with time
If you could only know I never let you go
If only you were aware that I never truly moved on
And the words I most regret
And the phrases that haunt me
Are the ones I never meant to leave
Are the statements I never intended to leave unsaid
Unsaid Emily
Unspoken emotions directed towards Emily
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Michelle Lewis, Dan Petty
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