Sometimes Hearts Break
Nathan Wagner Lyrics
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As these memories bombard me of all you were like
I remember your smile and the part in your hair
And the way that you'd laugh like nobody was there
Oh, I fell in love with you
And you said you loved me too
As the dawn meets the dusk and I've pondered the night away
No reason, just hopelessly dreamin' of the girl
That I knew and let slip through my arms
Oh, I fell in love with you
And you said you loved me too
But I'm sitting here trembling, my body is weak
I never can focus, can't sleep, I can't eat
I had you, I lost you
How could I believe
That I'd be fine without you when you're all that I breathe?
You ran away
You didn't stay
The clock strikes the seven, I go through my day
I say all the right things, put a smile on my face
But you don't leave my mind, no, you never give space
Just the thought of what was and what isn't today
Oh, I'm struggling, I'm fighting to put this to rest
But I always hear your name or see our places, smell a scent
That brings me back to all the good times we swore would never end
This constant cycle of confusion, no conclusion's got me
Sitting here trembling, my body is weak
I never can focus, can't sleep, I can't eat
I had you, I lost you
How could I believe
That I'd be fine without you when you're all that I breathe?
You ran away
Didn't stay
Ran away
Didn't stay
Oh, days become weeks and then weeks become months
I'm still trying to cope, trynna give you up
But your memory, it haunts me, the ghost of your love
Drills a hole heart and it hinders my trust
'Cause you came and you went like a flash in the sky
And you gave me a dream and you left it behind
And you said that you love me
Well, where are you now as I need you the most?
You're nowhere to be found
I fell in love with you
Guess you never loved me too
'Cause I'm sitting here trembling, my body is weak
I never can focus, can't sleep, I can't eat
I had you, I lost you
How could I believe
That I'd be fine without you when you're all that I breathe?
You ran away
Ran away
You ran away, away
You ran away, away
You ran away, away
You ran away
You ran away, away
You ran away, away
You ran away, away
The lyrics to "Sometimes Hearts Break" by Nathan Wagner depict the emotional turmoil and longing that one experiences after a heartbreak. The song begins by reminiscing about the cherished moments spent with the person, including their smile, hairstyle, and infectious laughter. The singer fell deeply in love with this person, and they reciprocated those feelings.
As time passes, the memories become overwhelming, consuming the singer's thoughts day and night. They are unable to move on from the person they lost, constantly dreaming about them and wondering what could have been. The pain of the breakup is evident as the singer expresses their physical and emotional struggles – trembling, lack of focus, sleeplessness, and loss of appetite. They can't believe they could ever be fine without their love interest because that person is their everything, the very breath they take.
Despite trying to conceal their pain and put on a happy face, the thoughts of their lost love are incessant. The singer refers to the constant reminders of their past relationship, the places they used to frequent, and even certain scents that trigger memories. This confusion and lack of closure create a never-ending cycle of longing and despair.
As time goes by, the singer continues to grapple with their feelings, trying to move on and let go. However, the memory of this person continues to haunt them, like a ghost that penetrates their heart and erodes their trust. The song highlights the suddenness of the breakup, where the love interest came and went, leaving behind broken dreams. The singer questions where this person is now when they need them the most but realizes that they are nowhere to be found.
In the end, the realization hits that their love was not reciprocated. Despite falling in love deeply, the other person never truly loved them in return. This painful realization reaffirms the struggle the singer experiences, their physical and emotional weakness, and the feeling of being abandoned.
Overall, "Sometimes Hearts Break" is a poignant depiction of the aftermath of heartbreak, capturing the longing, pain, and subsequent attempts to heal.
Line by Line Meaning
Minutes to midnight, got you on my mind
The late hours of the night remind me of you and I can't stop thinking about you
As these memories bombard me of all you were like
I am overwhelmed by the memories of how you used to be
I remember your smile and the part in your hair
I recall your smile and the way you styled your hair
And the way that you'd laugh like nobody was there
I miss your unique and carefree laughter
Oh, I fell in love with you
I deeply fell in love with you
And you said you loved me too
You claimed to love me as well
Moments make minutes and minutes make hours
Small moments add up to minutes, and minutes turn into hours
As the dawn meets the dusk and I've pondered the night away
During the transition from day to night, I've spent countless hours lost in my thoughts
No reason, just hopelessly dreamin' of the girl
Without any particular reason, I find myself daydreaming about you, feeling helpless
That I knew and let slip through my arms
You were someone I knew and allowed to escape from my grasp
But I'm sitting here trembling, my body is weak
I am overcome with emotional distress, causing physical trembling and weakness
I never can focus, can't sleep, I can't eat
I struggle to concentrate, sleep, and have lost my appetite
I had you, I lost you
I had the privilege of having you, but now you're gone
How could I believe
I find it difficult to accept
That I'd be fine without you when you're all that I breathe?
How could I think I would be okay without you when you are everything to me?
You ran away
You escaped from me
You didn't stay
You chose not to remain by my side
The clock strikes the seven, I go through my day
When it's seven o'clock, I go about my daily routine
I say all the right things, put a smile on my face
I pretend to be happy, say the appropriate words, and force a smile
But you don't leave my mind, no, you never give space
You constantly occupy my thoughts, never allowing me any mental peace
Just the thought of what was and what isn't today
Merely thinking about the past and the present reality brings me distress
Oh, I'm struggling, I'm fighting to put this to rest
I am in a constant struggle, battling to find closure and move on
But I always hear your name or see our places, smell a scent
Your name, familiar locations we shared, and certain fragrances constantly remind me of you
That brings me back to all the good times we swore would never end
These triggers transport me back to the happy moments we believed would last forever
This constant cycle of confusion, no conclusion's got me
I am trapped in an ongoing loop of uncertainty, unable to find any resolution
Oh, days become weeks and then weeks become months
Days pass and turn into weeks, and before I know it, weeks have transformed into months
I'm still trying to cope, trynna give you up
I am still attempting to deal with my emotions, trying to let go of you
But your memory, it haunts me, the ghost of your love
Your memory lingers and torments me, like a haunting ghost of our past love
'Cause you came and you went like a flash in the sky
You entered and exited my life quickly, like a brief streak across the sky
And you gave me a dream and you left it behind
You gave me a dream, but then abandoned it
And you said that you love me
You professed your love for me
Well, where are you now as I need you the most?
Now that I need you the most, you are nowhere to be found
You're nowhere to be found
You cannot be located
Guess you never loved me too
I suppose you never truly loved me either
'Cause I'm sitting here trembling, my body is weak
I am sitting here, trembling and physically weakened by my emotions
I never can focus, can't sleep, I can't eat
I struggle with lack of concentration, sleeplessness, and loss of appetite
I had you, I lost you
I had you with me, but now you're gone
How could I believe
I find it hard to accept
That I'd be fine without you when you're all that I breathe?
How could I think I would be okay without you when you are everything to me?
You ran away
You fled from me
Ran away
You escaped from me
You ran away, away
You ran away, far away
You ran away, away
You ran away, far away
You ran away, away
You ran away, far away
You ran away
You escaped from me
You ran away, away
You ran away, far away
You ran away, away
You ran away, far away
You ran away, away
You ran away, far away
Contributed by Emily M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@viviennewaller8185
Let me tell you something
Don't think about it too much
The same happenend to me 3 years ago and let's say
This year I finally could get over it and well
All those years thinking about what I did to him and don't remember are wasted time
He was not a real friend if it was so easy for him to turn your back to you
But you'll find someone who would never do that, I did too
Just don't think about it too much, it'll drive you mad ❤️
@nathanwagner762
So blessed 😭 Love you all. Thank you T.G.M 🙏
@elirashatri2978
Nathan Wagner we love you too.Thanks for being with us in quarantine days and making us smile
@CC-dv8ib
These lyrics are so relatable to me that I'm surprised I didn't write this song.
@mattp5151
We love you Nathan ❤️
@sammiesisland1487
Hey Nathan 😁❤
@therealmeemawmallen9493
Me too~~~ ❤️
@skyetaylor3890
My best friend one day just blocked me out of no where. He said it was for his girlfriend. I loved him with all my heart I even helped him pick out her Christmas gift. I wanted to be her friend too but I guess there was no room for me.... this will always be the song that reminds of him
@b4mmoon743
Babe everything is OK.
@majesticdreams240
He may come back.. never lose faith. The things manipulative girlfriends do to keep guys away is bleh
@sarahtrummer9521
He is no real friend of yours. You shouldn't wait for him to come back. 'Cause real friends don't leave. No matter what.