Helpless
Noble Lyrics


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Hold my breath and count to ten
Forgetting how to breathe again
I can't watch you slip right through my hands
Fingers that are cold as ice
I'm following my own advice
Sometimes even I don't understand
I don't wanna hurt you
But I can't let you go and hurt myself no more
No you don't deserve to
If you'd only known how to wake again
And I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart
I wish you didn't have to leave without me
I don't know how to restart my days
Every second, every hour, every way
Every minute that was ours
But know that I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart
I left you with your broken wings
Hoping you could fly again
Didn't know the pills have eased your pain
So much that I haven't planned
Memories from the back of my hands
Why'd you leave?
I'm trying to understand
Am I a blur to you?
Am I vanished from your vision
No I don't want to lose
Feeling helpless when you try to breath again
And I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart
I wish you didn't have to leave without me
I don't know how to restart my days
Every second, every hour, every way
Every minute that was ours




But know that I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Noble's song "Helpless" depict a deeply emotional and introspective journey of grappling with loss, heartbreak, and the complexities of relationships. The song seems to center around a person who is struggling to come to terms with the end of a relationship and the pain it has caused them.


The opening lines, "Hold my breath and count to ten, forgetting how to breathe again," convey a sense of desperation and suffocation. It suggests that the singer is overwhelmed by the circumstances and is struggling to cope. The following line, "I can't watch you slip right through my hands," indicates a profound sense of helplessness and inability to hold onto the person they love.


As the lyrics continue, the singer expresses their internal struggle, acknowledging that they sometimes don't even understand their own feelings and reactions. They mention not wanting to hurt the other person but realizing they must prioritize their own well-being and protect themselves from further harm.


There is a yearning for understanding throughout the song, as the singer questions if they have become insignificant or invisible to the other person. The line, "Am I a blur to you? Am I vanished from your vision?" suggests a fear of being forgotten or dismissed by someone they still care about deeply.


The chorus emphasizes the singer's determination to find a way to empathize and feel remorse for the pain the other person has experienced, despite their own hurt. It expresses a desire for healing and reconciliation, wishing that the other person didn't have to leave without them and struggling to figure out how to move forward without them.


Overall, "Helpless" delves into the complexities of love, loss, and self-preservation. It illustrates the internal struggle of trying to understand and navigate a difficult situation, all while yearning for closure and a path towards healing.


Line by Line Meaning

Hold my breath and count to ten
I'm holding my breath in anticipation, trying to calm myself before facing a difficult situation or making a tough decision.


Forgetting how to breathe again
The stress and overwhelming emotions are causing me to lose my composure, making it hard for me to even remember how to breathe properly.


I can't watch you slip right through my hands
I feel helpless as I see you slowly slipping away from me, unable to hold onto our connection or relationship.


Fingers that are cold as ice
My touch feels distant and devoid of warmth, reflecting the emotional distance that has developed between us.


I'm following my own advice
I'm trying to find guidance and direction within myself, following the wisdom and lessons I've learned to navigate through this situation.


Sometimes even I don't understand
Despite my attempts to make sense of everything, there are moments when I myself can't comprehend or grasp the complexities of the situation.


I don't wanna hurt you
I genuinely have no desire to cause you pain or harm.


But I can't let you go and hurt myself no more
I can't continue sacrificing my own well-being and happiness for the sake of trying to hold onto a relationship that is causing me pain and taking a toll on my mental and emotional state.


No, you don't deserve to
You shouldn't have to go through this pain and heartache, as it's not fair or justified for you to suffer.


If you'd only known how to wake again
If only you were able to rediscover your own strength and ability to find happiness and fulfillment once more.


And I will try to find a way
I'm determined to search for a solution or resolution to this difficult situation we find ourselves in.


To feel sorry for your heart
To empathize and truly understand the pain and torment your heart is going through.


I wish you didn't have to leave without me
I regret that you're moving on from our relationship while I'm still struggling to come to terms with it. I wish we could have found a way to face this together.


I don't know how to restart my days
I feel lost and uncertain about how to move forward and find a sense of normalcy in my life after the end of our relationship.


Every second, every hour, every way
Regardless of the passing of time or the different situations I find myself in, the pain and longing for what we had remains constant.


Every minute that was ours
Each and every moment we shared together, the memories and experiences that were unique to us.


But know that I will try to find a way
Please understand that I am committed to searching for a path forward, even if I don't know where it'll lead or how difficult it may be.


To feel sorry for your heart
To genuinely empathize and feel remorse for the pain and heartbreak that you're going through.


I left you with your broken wings
I departed from our relationship, leaving you to deal with your own emotional turmoil and vulnerability.


Hoping you could fly again
I wished and hoped that you would find the strength and resilience to overcome your struggles, regain your confidence, and thrive once more.


Didn't know the pills have eased your pain
Unaware that you turned to medication to alleviate your suffering, unaware of the depth of your pain and the measures you took to cope.


So much that I haven't planned
The extent of your pain and the choices you made to cope with it were unexpected and beyond anything I could have anticipated or prepared for.


Memories from the back of my hands
The memories of our past and the emotional weight they carry are deeply ingrained within me, like imprints on the back of my hands.


Why'd you leave?
I'm filled with confusion and a sense of loss as I wonder why you chose to leave and separate yourself from our connection.


I'm trying to understand
I'm making an effort to comprehend the reasons behind your choices and actions, seeking clarity amidst the confusion and pain.


Am I a blur to you?
Am I becoming someone hazy and indistinct in your memory, gradually fading from your perception and significance?


Am I vanished from your vision
Have I disappeared completely from your thoughts and the way you see the world, becoming invisible and inconsequential?


No, I don't want to lose
I desperately don't want to lose our connection, the love and bond we once shared, despite the pain and difficulties.


Feeling helpless when you try to breath again
Experiencing a sense of powerlessness and despair as I witness your struggles to find your breath and regain a sense of normalcy.


And I will try to find a way
I'm resolute in my determination to discover a solution or path forward, even if the circumstances seem bleak or insurmountable.


To feel sorry for your heart
To genuinely empathize and understand the pain and suffering your heart is enduring, offering my heartfelt sympathy.




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Written by: Eddie van der Meer, Josphine Nobel

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Kevin Kelly

Hold my breath and count to ten
Forgetting how to breathe again
I can't watch you slip right through my hands
Fingers that are cold as ice
I'm following my own advice
Sometimes even I don't understand
I don't wanna hurt you
But I can't let you go and hurt myself no more
No you don't deserve to
If you'd only known how to wake again
And I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart
I wish you didn't have to leave without me
I don't know how to restart my days
Every second, every hour, every way
Every minute that was ours
But know that I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart
I left you with your broken wings
Hoping you could fly again
Didn't know the pills have eased your pain
So much that I haven't planned
Memories from the back of my hands
Why'd you leave?
I'm trying to understand
Am I a blur to you?
Am I vanished from your vision
No I don't want to lose
Feeling helpless when u try to breath again
And I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart
I wish you didn't have to leave without me
I don't know how to restart my days
Every second, every hour, every way
Every minute that was ours
But know that I will try to find a way
To feel sorry for your heart

This song is amazing. Amazing guitar by Eddie and the Vocals are fantastic. Keep up this up. Hope to see you go main stream.



All comments from YouTube:

Souhardya Chakraborty

The melody and your tonal quality in this song is so cool and satisfying, and obviously Eddie rocked the song as always . BTW as i told i will make video on your song, i remember that but right now busy on preparing few songs
for a recording trip so i guess you need to wait a little.And oh the lyrics are on next level,so artistic lyrics

Noble

That's so sweet! Don't worry take your time and let me know when it's uploaded so that I can share it💞

ZeroFounder

NOBLE As always Your song and voice are so Beautiful... i hope You will get to 1Mil.. i mean you are so freaking Amazing I bet you gonna pass Eddie Subs sooner or later...😇👍

Noble

Hiiii thank you that is so sweet!!! 🙏💞

Sherniyaz

Oh my God! What a level of music, cinematography and ..... your voice❤❤❤!!! Very Memorable! Wish more and more subs,Noble!🤩🤩🤩🤩👌👌🇰🇿

Noble

Thank you that is so so sweet!!!! Can't wait to show you more 💜

Sherniyaz

Compared to all songs I listened his one is very very special and i don't even know how to describe my feelings

Sudhanwa N Kumar

Ive put this song in my playlist on Spotify!!! Amazing job. Expecting more to come ❤️
Eddie did a great job as usual!

Noble

That's amazing! There are definetely more songs coming!!! 💙

Sarveshwar Sankar

This has just become my favorite song. I mean, the song, the background and the filming of this. This is just, hand down, the best song I have in awhile. Keep it coming and Nice work, Noble.

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