Drown
Nolan Sotillo Lyrics
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But you came and swept me off my feet
The way you look into my eyes
It kills me
It's something 'bout the way you smile
I can't help but love the way you laugh
The playful way you call me out
It's everything
Yeah you took me by surprise
Caught up in the rising tide
Lost at sea no coast in sight
I'm teriffied
And I've got nowhere to hide
Love is deep like an ocean
And your waves throw me around
Hurts my heart when we're apart
It feels like, it feels like I'm gonna drown x2
I'm gonna drown
I like being the one in control
Always afraid of letting go
But the moment you came into my life
You changed me
Yeah you took me by surprise
Caught up in the rising tide
Lost at sea no coast in sight
I'm teriffied
And I've got nowhere to hide
Love is deep like an ocean
And your waves throw me around
Hurts my heart when we're apart
It feels like, it feels like I'm gonna drown x2
I take my last breath
I'm in over my head
As it come-comes over me
I'm sinking slowly
Love is deep like an ocean
And your waves throw me around
Hurts my heart when we're apart
It feels like, it feels like I'm gonna drown x4
Yeah
Love is deep like an ocean
And your waves throw me around
Hurts my heart when we're apart
It feels like, it feels like I'm gonna drown x4
I'm gonna drown
In Nolan Sotillo's song "Drown," the singer opens with admitting that he never intended to fall in love, but then, the love of his life swept him off his feet. The way she looks into his eyes, smiles, and even laughs has completely captured his heart. However, he also confesses that the thought of love and giving himself completely terrifies him. The powerful wave of love he is feeling has him lost at sea with no land in sight. He's left terrified and with nowhere to hide. Love is compared to an ocean, with the waves of his love throwing him around and hurting his heart when they are apart. He admits to feeling like he's drowning in love, taking his breath away, and sinking slowly.
This song can be a beautiful representation of what falling in love feels like, the vulnerability, the fear, and the ecstasy that come with it. It also portrays how terrifying it can be to show one's deepest emotions to another person, especially when it involves giving oneself entirely. "Drown" is a song that many people can relate to, especially those who have experienced the ups and downs of falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
I never wanted to fall in love
I had always avoided falling in love until you arrived
But you came and swept me off my feet
You were so irresistible, you completely won me over
The way you look into my eyes
Your gaze is so powerful and captivating
It kills me
I am overwhelmed by the intensity of my feelings for you
It's something 'bout the way you smile
Your smile is so charming and infectious
I can't help but love the way you laugh
Your laughter is so joyous and uplifting
The playful way you call me out
Your teasing and banter is so endearing
It's everything
You are everything to me
Yeah you took me by surprise
You caught me off guard, I was not expecting you
Caught up in the rising tide
I am swept up in the intense emotions of love
Lost at sea no coast in sight
I feel directionless and uncertain in this new experience of love
I'm terrified
I am scared of the unknown and vulnerable state of being in love
And I've got nowhere to hide
I am completely exposed in this state of vulnerability
Love is deep like an ocean
Love is an all-encompassing force that is vast and powerful
And your waves throw me around
Your love and emotions are intense and unpredictable, they shake me to my core
Hurts my heart when we're apart
Being separated from you physically causes me emotional pain
It feels like, it feels like I'm gonna drown x2
The intensity of love feels overwhelming and suffocating, like I am drowning
I like being the one in control
I am comfortable having things under my control
Always afraid of letting go
I am hesitant to relinquish control and open myself up to vulnerability
But the moment you came into my life
You changed everything and challenged my need for control
You changed me
You have had a transformative and positive impact on me
I take my last breath
The intensity of emotions makes me feel like I am suffocating
I'm in over my head
I feel overwhelmed and out of my depth
As it come-comes over me
As the intensity of emotions washes over me
I'm sinking slowly
I feel like I am gradually being consumed by emotions
Yeah
Contributed by Vivian Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sky and Kid Show
So underrated! You are amazing Nolan!
David G Lennertz
Great job, Nolan! Beautiful song and a fabulous voice. Well worth the long wait. This is going to be big! #1 fan in NC
Carolina Arias
2 years and I still hear it like the first time! My favorite song in the whole world!
Taylor Frost
This song is flippin amazing. I've listened to this song like 50 times today. I just love it. & Nolan is super cute.
Notes4Mozart
Why am I blushing? D'aawwee, he's so cute! His voice is better than I thought! Just saw Prom and thought I heard him singing at the end at the credits! Turns out, I was right xD ♥
Gina
OMG. Im in love with this boy....Nolan has EVERYTHING going for him..acting, singing, INSANELY HOTNESS, he can play like 4 different instruments..Girls prob drool over him when he walks by ;) <3333333
Natii Gobantees
I love it, it was amazing, It was one of the best songs that could ever exist, It was really great, Never change Nolan, I love u just the way you are! you are awesome!
Tangtang Quinn
from prom to red band society. i can wait no matter how long it takes til you got your album come out :)
Alexis Carissa Barnes
This is your best yet! I listen to you every morning and i have to say my day is better because of it, Thank you for doing what you do! Keep It Up! :)
Carolee
This is such a great improvement from the other music video <3 I love the lyrics as well. Although I wouldn't of minded if it was shot in color. Good Job Noah!