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To Belong or To Let Go
Mariam the Believer Lyrics
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Swipe them out
Or tare them apart
In body, out of body
Beat after beat
After beat
To belong or to let go of it all
The lyrics in Mariam the Believer's To Belong or To Let Go express a sense of inner turmoil and indecision. The song seems to portray the singer being torn between wanting to hold onto something and wanting to let it go. The first few lines express a desire to completely change one's heart or even rip it apart in order to find peace. The repetition of "beat after beat" almost sounds like a heartbeat, emphasizing the intensity of the emotion.
The second verse is where the crux of the song lies - the singer admits to being unsure of what they truly long for, whether it's to belong or to let go of everything. This could refer to a relationship or a personal struggle, as the lyrics are rather ambiguous. The decision of whether to let go or remain can be a deeply difficult one, and the song captures that feeling perfectly. The juxtaposition of the longing and the uncertainty creates a sense of tension and emotional depth that makes this song truly powerful.
Line by Line Meaning
Change our hearts
Alter our innermost desires
Swipe them out
Replace them entirely
Or tare them apart
Rip them to shreds
In body, out of body
Whether physically present or absent
Beat after beat
Continuously and rhythmically
After beat
Persistently and without pause
I'm not sure what I long for most of all
I have conflicting desires and am unsure of which one I yearn for the most
To belong or to let go of it all
Either become part of something or completely detach from it
Contributed by Lillian E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.