Move
Nikki Hayes Lyrics

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You make me different
I'm never so damn quiet
Rare when up against the wall
But you make me different
I stay up in the sky
But when I see your eyes, the ground
Can't breathe
But I need

Won't leave
Say what I mean

Simple words, I wonder
If they're worth it
But I'm drawn to you
One of few
I can't stand still
But I cannot move

(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move

You make me wanna
Not ever see the day
And lock my heart inside a safe
But you make me wanna
Get out of my old ways
And learn how to communicate
But I can't breathe
But I need
Won't leave
Say what I mean

Simple words, I wonder
If they're worth it
But I'm drawn to you
One of few
I can't stand still
But I cannot move

(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move

Don't stand still, don't
Don't stand still, don't
Don't stand still, don't
Don't

Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move

(Don't stand still, don't) Move
(Don't stand still, don't) Move

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Nikki Hayes's song "Move" are about how someone has changed the way the singer sees the world, and how they interact with that world. This person has made the singer "different," which is a positive thing. The singer describes themselves as usually not quiet and sometimes feeling trapped. However, the presence of the other person allows the singer to find a new sense of self and new ways of relating to the world around them. Despite feeling that simple words might not be enough to express what they are feeling, the singer is drawn to the other person and feels like they can't stand still, yet they cannot move.

The repetition of "simple words" may suggest that the singer is struggling to communicate their feelings, and may feel that their words are inadequate. Nevertheless, the presence of the other person inspires the singer to want to be better and communicate better. They feel a sense of urgency, as expressed by the repeated phrases "can't breathe / but I need / won't leave / say what I mean." The chorus encourages the singer to "move" and not stand still, which perhaps means that they should continue to pursue their newfound differentness and growth.

Overall, the lyrics suggest a sense of transformation and growth, inspired by the presence of another person in the singer's life. The push and pull between feeling both restless and trapped, and feeling like they are transforming, creates a sense of tension in the lyrics.

Line by Line Meaning

You make me different
Your presence and influence on me has brought about a change in me.

I'm never so damn quiet
I used to be quite reserved, but now I'm more expressive.

Rare when up against the wall
I'm not one to back down when faced with a difficult situation, but seeing you makes me hesitate.

I stay up in the sky
I tend to keep to myself and stay in my head a lot.

But when I see your eyes, the ground
Your presence brings me back down to earth and makes me more grounded.

Can't breathe
Your effect on me is so strong that it takes my breath away.

But I need
Despite the unsettling feeling I get around you, I can't help but need you.

Won't leave
I won't distance myself from you despite how difficult it may be to be around you.

Say what I mean
I will be honest and straightforward with you, no matter what.

Simple words, I wonder If they're worth it
I question whether my words can truly convey the depth of my feelings for you.

But I'm drawn to you
I find myself inexplicably attracted to you and can't stay away.

One of few
You are one of the few people who have had such a profound impact on me.

I can't stand still
I'm always moving and changing, but with you, I'm at a standstill.

But I cannot move
Despite my desire to keep moving and changing, I am held back by my feelings for you.

You make me wanna Not ever see the day And lock my heart inside a safe
I'm afraid of getting hurt but I'm drawn to you so much that I want to protect myself from ever losing you.

Get out of my old ways And learn how to communicate
Being around you inspires me to be better and learn how to communicate effectively.

Don't stand still, don't
I don't want to be still or stagnant, even if it's hard to keep moving.

Move
I want to keep moving and growing, even if it's difficult, and even if it means staying around you.

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