Don't Let Go
Mesa Luna Lyrics


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I woke up this morning distant from myself
it was ordinary hell ordinary hell
was I all alone I couldn't see a thing
I could be anywhere I could be anywhere
slowly I returned hand upon my chest
I had to pinch myself I had to pinch myself
all these ups and downs
short circuiting
don't let go





Overall Meaning

In the first verse of "Don't Let Go," Mesa Luna describes waking up feeling disconnected from their true self. They refer to this state as "ordinary hell," suggesting that it is a common experience many people can relate to. They question whether they are alone in this feeling, as if they cannot see clearly or perceive their surroundings. This uncertainty creates a sense of being lost or disoriented, not knowing where they are or what is happening around them.


As the song progresses, the singer slowly regains their sense of self and awareness. This is symbolized by the line "slowly I returned hand upon my chest," suggesting a physical gesture of grounding oneself and reconnecting with their internal reality. The act of pinching oneself serves as a wake-up call, a reminder to stay present and engaged in their own life. It signifies the desire for a reality check and a need to distinguish between what may feel surreal or disconnected from what is truly happening.


The bridge of the song emphasizes the tumultuous nature of the singer's experiences. They refer to these ups and downs as "short-circuiting," suggesting a disruption in their emotional or mental state. This phrase also metaphorically implies that their inner world is in a state of chaos or confusion, as if a circuit is malfunctioning. Finally, the repeated plea of "don't let go" serves as a reminder or a plea to themselves not to lose touch with their true self, not to lose sight of who they are amidst the chaos and uncertainty of life's challenges. It encapsulates the importance of staying grounded, connected, and true to oneself in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I woke up this morning distant from myself
Upon awakening, I felt disconnected from my true essence


it was ordinary hell ordinary hell
This feeling of disconnect was a common and recurring torment


was I all alone I couldn't see a thing
I questioned whether I was truly alone and unable to perceive my surroundings


I could be anywhere I could be anywhere
The uncertainty of my existence made me believe I could be in any place


slowly I returned hand upon my chest
Gradually, I regained my sense of self with a comforting touch upon my chest


I had to pinch myself I had to pinch myself
In order to confirm my reconnection, I resorted to physically pinching myself


all these ups and downs short circuiting
The constant fluctuations and disruptions were causing a state of malfunction


don't let go
Please, do not release your grip or relinquish your support




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALEX COOPER, JUSTICE ROBERT HOWARD MCLELLAN

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