Chaeri
Magdalena Bay Lyrics
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The things I should've said
Was I a bad friend?
It was only that bad with you
I'm sorry
Did you feel lonely?
I didn't realize back then
September started sweet
Then winter got so mean
The fruit left on my sheets
If I could do it all again I would've said
Cherry, please
You're killing me
It's only that bad, it's only that bad
If you tell yourself you'll never get out of bed
Cherry, please
You're killing me
It's only that bad, it's only that bad
If you tell yourself you'll never get out of bed
Forget
The way things could've been
Did I learn anything?
It was only that bad with you
September like a dream
But winter got so mean
The storm was underneath
If I could do it all again I would have said
Cherry, please
You're killing me
It's only that bad, it's only that bad
If you tell yourself you'll never get out of bed
Cherry, please
You're killing me
It's only that bad, it's only that bad
If you tell yourself you'll never get out of bed
3, 4, down to the floor
Lose control
Little more
3, 4, down to the floor
Lose control
Little more
Let it come alive
Let it grow
Better crucified
Than alone
Let it come alive
Let it grow
Better cut and dried
Than unknown
Let it come alive
Let it grow
Better crucified
Than unknown
Let it come alive
Let it grow
Better cut and dried
Than unknown
The lyrics of Magdalena Bay's song "Chaeri" delve into the theme of personal growth and self-reflection. The song talks about the regret of not being a better friend to someone who was going through a hard time. The singer apologizes for not being there for the person, and acknowledges that they didn't realize how bad the situation was back then. They express a sense of nostalgia for the past and how good things were until "winter got so mean," which could symbolize a turning point in their relationship with the friend.
The chorus, "Cherry, please, you're killing me, it's only that bad, it's only that bad if you tell yourself you'll never get out of bed," appears to be a direct address to the friend. The name "Cherry" may be a nickname for the friend or represent something sweet that was once in their life. The lyrics suggest that the friend is holding themselves back from moving on or making progress, and the singer wants to convince them that it's not as bad as they think it is.
The bridge of the song seems to be a call to action for the friend to let go of their fears and doubts and "lose control" in order to let something new and positive come into their life. They express that it's better to take a chance and be hurt than to remain in a state of uncertainty and fear.
Overall, "Chaeri" portrays a poignant and relatable message about the importance of being there for loved ones, expressing gratitude for their presence in our lives, and the necessity of taking risks and embracing change.
Line by Line Meaning
Regrets
The singer is feeling remorseful.
The things I should've said
The singer wishes they had said something different in the past.
Was I a bad friend?
The singer is questioning their own actions and whether they were a good friend to someone.
It was only that bad with you
The artist is reflecting on a past relationship and feels that things were not too bad with that person.
I'm sorry
The artist is apologizing.
Did you feel lonely?
The singer is wondering if the other person felt lonely.
I didn't realize back then
The singer did not understand the gravity of the situation at the time it was happening.
It was really that bad for you
The artist is realizing that things were really bad for the other person at that time.
September started sweet
The beginning of September was a pleasant time for the artist.
Then winter got so mean
Things turned cold and difficult as winter came around in the metaphorical sense.
The fruit left on my sheets
There is a metaphorical fruit left on the sheets, possibly referring to something left behind by a lover.
If I could do it all again I would've said
The artist is reflecting on past actions and wishing they could have said something different.
Cherry, please
The singer is addressing someone named Cherry.
You're killing me
Cherry's actions are causing the singer pain.
It's only that bad, it's only that bad
The singer is trying to minimize the situation, perhaps to make it easier to deal with.
If you tell yourself you'll never get out of bed
The artist is warning Cherry that they will be in a bad place if they do not make an effort to get up and move on.
Forget
The artist wants to forget the past.
The way things could've been
The singer is reflecting on what could have been different in the past.
Did I learn anything?
The singer is questioning whether they have learned from past mistakes.
September like a dream
The artist looks back at the beginning of September as if it were a dream, possibly suggesting that things were good at that time.
But winter got so mean
As winter came, things became difficult and cold in a metaphorical sense.
The storm was underneath
There is a metaphorical storm brewing underneath the surface.
3, 4, down to the floor
The singer is referencing a dance move or rhythm.
Lose control
The artist is letting go and allowing themselves to be vulnerable.
Little more
The singer is pushing themselves to go further and be even more vulnerable.
Let it come alive
The singer is urging themselves to let their emotions and feelings come alive.
Let it grow
The singer wants to let their emotions grow and flourish.
Better crucified than alone
The artist is saying that it's better to be in pain than to be alone.
Better cut and dried than unknown
The artist is saying that it's better to have a clear understanding of a situation, even if it is painful, than to be confused and not know what's going on.
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Matthew Lewin, Mica Tenenbaum
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@yseson_
I havenβt heard anything this good since last decade the era of early Purity Ring, Phantogram, & Grimes
@user-bo1ue1ur3t
Fantastic references, I think that's exactly what this album evokes, a new originality for the new decade like those acts were for the 2010s. A real intelligence and reverence for the genre.
@Peterrdee
No literally domino sounds like it belongs on artangels by grimes lol itβs so wild
@comfortlover4245
Hit the nail right on the head.
@quaidrowan
Yep. I was obsessed with Visions and Another Eternity. I didn't think anything would come along like that again. And here we are.
@catmom1738
Sameeeeee
@FriendlyMarmot
This might be the most compelling, haunting and well-crafted electronic song I've ever heard. I think this song will age very well. Reminds me of an old friend who's always in my thoughts.
@armandoosuna6525
UNHoly shit...you took the words out my mouth! And what's funny is that the song mentions friendship so could it be subliminal. One things for sure I love how that theme and the production merge together perfectly. I can't even tell if it's about a loverπ€
@chaeriplease
A SPILL
@thatkid1301
@@armandoosuna6525 that is whatβs it about lolll if u look on genus itβll tell you, but itβs also about the guilt of not being there for a friend when things get bad