Red Flags
Mimi Webb Lyrics
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You said you'd never settle down
Without a doubt (doubt)
You said your ex still comes around
I found her things around your house
What's that about? ('Bout)
Don't take a genius, yeah, I see it
A million reasons, should be leaving
I need more hands to count all the issues
But I keep on running through these red flags
I'll blame myself 'cause I know it's bad
But I keep on running through these red flags
I'll see the signs, but I'll still come back
I keep on running through them when you're
Touching my body, I listen to nobody and
Nobody can stop me
I keep on running through these red flags
I'll see the signs, but I'll still come back
So I keep on running
Living at your parents' place
You said you'll never move away
Guess that's okay (okay)
The dinner bill I have to pay
'Cause with you, I like the taste
Just keep the change (change)
Don't take a genius, yeah, I see it
Even my friends hate that I'm with you (hate that I'm with you)
A million reasons, should be leaving
I need more hands to count all the issues
But I keep on running through these red flags
I'll blame myself 'cause I know it's bad
But I keep on running through these red flags
I'll see the signs, but I'll still come back
I keep on running through them when you're
Touching my body, I listen to nobody and
Nobody can stop me
I keep on running through these red flags
I'll see the signs, but I'll still come back
So I keep on running
Mm, mm (red flags)
So I keep on running through these red flags
Mm, mm (red flags)
So I keep on running
In Mimi Webb's song "Red Flags," the lyrics explore the theme of being in a toxic and dysfunctional relationship, despite recognizing the warning signs. The singer reflects on the beginning of the relationship, where the partner claimed they would never settle down and still had ties to their ex. The presence of the ex's belongings in the partner's house raises questions and uncertainty about the partner's intentions. Despite all of these red flags, the singer continues to give the relationship a chance.
The lyrics express the singer's awareness of the problematic nature of the relationship. The repeated line "Don't take a genius, yeah, I see it" reveals that the singer acknowledges the red flags and the concerns their friends have expressed. However, the intensity of their attraction and connection to the partner keeps them hooked, leading them to excuse and ignore the warning signs. The lyrics convey a sense of rationalizing the problems through lines like, "I'll blame myself 'cause I know it's bad" and "I'll see the signs, but I'll still come back." The singer is caught in a cycle of recognizing the problems but finding it difficult to break free from the toxic relationship.
Overall, "Red Flags" portrays the struggle of being aware of the warning signs but feeling unable to let go due to the intense emotions and attraction experienced in a relationship, despite its detrimental effects.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, the first time we went out
When we first started dating
You said you'd never settle down
You claimed you didn't want a committed relationship
Without a doubt (doubt)
With complete certainty
You said your ex still comes around
You mentioned that your ex still visits
I found her things around your house
I discovered belongings of your ex at your place
What's that about? ('Bout)
What is the reason behind it?
Don't take a genius, yeah, I see it
You don't have to be a genius to realize
Even my friends hate that I'm with you (hate that I'm with you)
Even my friends strongly dislike our relationship
A million reasons, should be leaving
There are countless reasons why I should leave
I need more hands to count all the issues
There are so many problems, I can't even count them on my fingers
But I keep on running through these red flags
Despite the warning signs, I continue to ignore them
I'll blame myself 'cause I know it's bad
I take responsibility even though I know it's not healthy
But I keep on running through these red flags
I persistently overlook these warning signs
I'll see the signs, but I'll still come back
I acknowledge the warnings, but I still return to you
I keep on running through them when you're
I continue to ignore them when you're around
Touching my body, I listen to nobody and
When you touch me, I ignore the advice of others and
Nobody can stop me
No one can prevent me
Living at your parents' place
You reside at your parents' house
You said you'll never move away
You claimed you have no intentions of leaving
Guess that's okay (okay)
I guess that's acceptable
The dinner bill I have to pay
I always end up paying for our meals
'Cause with you, I like the taste
Because of you, I enjoy the experience
Just keep the change (change)
You can keep the extra money
Mm, mm (red flags)
Hmm, hmm (warning signs)
So I keep on running through these red flags
Thus, I continue to disregard these warning signs
Mm, mm (red flags)
Hmm, hmm (warning signs)
So I keep on running
Therefore, I persist in this pattern
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Connor McDonough, Henry Russell Walter, Mimi Webb, Riley McDonough, Ryan Patrick Daly, Toby James McDonough
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tim Pi
Mimi never disappoints! It's always gold! 💥👌⚡
Gary Penston
Okay i know mimi webb isnt as well known like ariana grande taylor swift or the weekend but she has a beautiful voice whenever im sad i always listen to mimi webb and she truley never disappoints keep doin your thing mimi webb!!!!❤
93sodji
Absolutely smashing it!! She deserves all the success in the world ❤️
ItzRossMusic
Mimi always gives amazing vocals and music videos
Chloe Shanley
Can't wait to hear this live. What a bop ❤️
Bianca olivia Rais
Another banger♥️🔥 always got Mimi's music on repeat!!😊 Can't wait for her album to come out!!!
Guillermo G
This is a great and irresistible song with an exquisite and exhilarating beat.
Really remarkable for dancing and listening all day. I really liked it.
It is unquestionably a catchy tune.
Terrence Newhook
She is my favourite artist of the last two years man. She does not quit. I vibrate when she drops a single!!!!!!
Scott McGoldrick
The only bad part about MiMis songs are; they're always too short ! Amazing tune!
Eve
I agree! I really want her to release the longer version of Red flags!