Waiting For You
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stop trying to do it all at once
i strapped you in i'm in control
too bad i have all of the power now
i'm sorry is it getting loud

how long can you hold out for
will you cut me off by force
does it hurt to feel the empty space
waiting for change

from how far can you see
don't think you're quite ready
compensate
it's too late (it's too late)

make it all about you
then you say you can't choose
win or lose (win or lose)
i'm here for you

here for
here for
here for you

here for
here for
here for you

you won't get far you don't play fair
act nice but you don't want to share
too bad i have all of the power now
i'm sorry i figured it out

stepping all over me
you think it's free
back off
please stop

that's played out don't you think
is that all you bring
i'm bored
you're boring

from how far can you see
don't think you're quite ready
compensate
it's too late (it's too late)

make it all about you
then you say you can't choose
win or lose (win or lose)

here for
here for

from how far can you see
don't think you're quite ready
compensate
it's too late (it's too late)

make it all about you
then you say you can't choose
win or lose (win or lose)
i'm here for you

here for
here for
here for




here for
here for

Overall Meaning

In Min's song Waiting For You, there is a clear power dynamic between the singer and the person they are addressing. The first verse sets the tone with the singer firmly stating that they are in control and that the other person is strapped in for the ride. There is a sense of frustration evident in the lyrics as the singer questions the other person's ability to withstand the power dynamic, asking "how long can you hold out for?" and wondering if they will eventually "cut me off by force." The second verse continues this theme of power imbalance, with the singer calling out the other person's lack of fairness and generosity, stating "you don't play fair" and "you don't want to share." Overall, the lyrics suggest a fraught relationship with a partner who may be manipulative or controlling.


The chorus of the song provides a bit of a contrast to the verses, with the singer expressing their commitment to being there for the other person despite the power dynamic. The repetition of "here for you" creates a sense of loyalty and support even as the rest of the lyrics suggest tensions and struggles within the relationship. Perhaps the chorus is a way for Min's character to hold onto hope that things can get better, even when the rest of the song suggests otherwise.


One interesting interpretation of the song is that it could be about the music industry itself, rather than a romantic relationship. The power dynamic between labels and artists is well-documented, and the lyrics about control, compensation, and playing fair could easily be applied to that context. Another interesting aspect of the song is the use of repetition and echo effects in the background vocals, which create a sense of unease and tension that mirrors the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

stop trying to do it all at once
Take a break and don't try to accomplish everything at once.


i strapped you in i'm in control
I have the power now and I have control over you.


too bad i have all of the power now
Unfortunately for you, I have all of the control and authority.


i'm sorry is it getting loud
Apologies if I'm being too loud or intense.


how long can you hold out for
How much longer can you endure this situation?


will you cut me off by force
Are you going to forcibly remove me from the situation?


does it hurt to feel the empty space
Does it cause you pain to experience nothingness?


waiting for change
Hoping for something to change the current situation.


from how far can you see
What is your perspective and how far can you look ahead?


don't think you're quite ready
I don't believe you are prepared for what is ahead.


compensate
Make up for something that is lacking.


it's too late (it's too late)
The opportunity to change something has passed.


make it all about you
Only focus on yourself.


then you say you can't choose
Afterwards, you claim that you have no choice.


win or lose (win or lose)
Whether you win or lose doesn't matter.


i'm here for you
I am here to support and help you.


here for
I am always there for you.


you won't get far you don't play fair
You won't succeed if you don't play by the rules.


act nice but you don't want to share
You may be kind, but you don't like to share or give up control.


i'm sorry i figured it out
I apologize for being the one to figure things out.


stepping all over me
You are trampling over me and my needs.


you think it's free
You believe that you can do what you want without consequences.


back off
Step back and give me space.


please stop
Please end the behavior or action that is causing me discomfort.


that's played out don't you think
Isn't that overused and outdated?


is that all you bring
Are you only capable of offering that much?


i'm bored
I am uninterested or uninspired.


you're boring
You are dull or unexciting.


here for
I am always there for you.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Michelle Lee Bae

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