Obsession
Olivia Elise Lyrics
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I'm gonna have you begging please no, please no, don't go
I'm back in the streets baby
Out from hiding
Loneliness say goodbye, no more
And it's not wrong if I don't wanna make my feelings known
I'll keep you guessing, look my way and you will never know
Now that I've got you to myself
No no no no
Cause it's like an obsession
That I can't seem to give you up now
Tell me how to get rid of this obsession that I seem to have with you
Lately
Like a child's imagination runs wild
I'm stuck in my head now
I live in silence
Far from reality I stay
And it's not wrong if I don't wanna make my feelings known
I'll keep you guessing, look my way and you will never know
Now that you found somebody else
No I can't put you on the shelf my darling
No no no no
Cause it's like an obsession
That I can't seem to give you up now
Tell me how to get rid of this obsession that I seem to have with you
Now that I've got you to myself
No I can't put you on the shelf my darling
No no no no
Cause it's like an obsession
That I can't seem to give you up now
Tell me how to get rid of this obsession that I can't seem to give you up now
That I seem to have with you
No I won't give you up
In Olivia Elise's song "Obsession," the lyrics express the singer's intense infatuation with someone and their struggle to let go of their feelings. The song starts with the line "Ooh baby, I'm gonna have you begging please no, please no, don't go," which showcases the desperation and desire to keep the person close. The singer declares that they are back in the streets, out from hiding, symbolizing their return to an active pursuit of this person.
The lyrics suggest that the singer has been dealing with loneliness and are now bidding it farewell. The line "Loneliness say goodbye, no more" indicates that they have found someone that has captured their attention and alleviates their feelings of isolation. However, the singer chooses not to openly reveal their emotions and keeps the other person guessing. This element of mystery adds a playful and unpredictable aspect to the relationship.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Cause it's like an obsession, That I can't seem to give you up now, Tell me how to get rid of this obsession that I seem to have with you." This emphasizes the depth of the singer's fixation on this person, as they acknowledge that it feels like an obsession that they cannot shake. They desire to rid themselves of this obsession but struggle to find a way to do so.
The second verse reveals that the object of the singer's obsession has found someone else. The line "Now that you found somebody else, No I can't put you on the shelf my darling" suggests that despite the other person's new relationship, the singer cannot simply disregard their emotions and move on. The chorus is repeated once again to emphasize the singer's ongoing struggle to let go of this intense infatuation.
Overall, the lyrics of "Obsession" depict a person consumed by their feelings for someone, unable to let go despite the circumstances. The song explores themes of longing, desire, and the struggle to detach oneself from an intense attachment.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh baby
My dear, beloved one
I'm gonna have you begging please no, please no, don't go
I will make you plead with me not to leave and beg for my presence
I'm back in the streets baby
I have returned to the chaotic and unpredictable world
Out from hiding
Emerging from my seclusion
Loneliness say goodbye, no more
Farewell to the feeling of being alone, it will no longer exist
And it's not wrong if I don't wanna make my feelings known
There is no fault in me not desiring to express my emotions openly
I'll keep you guessing, look my way and you will never know
I will keep you uncertain, when you glance at me, you will remain unaware
Now that I've got you to myself
Now that I have your undivided attention
No I can't put you on the shelf my darling
No, I cannot set you aside or neglect you, my beloved
No no no no
Absolutely not
Cause it's like an obsession
Because it feels like an uncontrollable fixation
That I can't seem to give you up now
That I am unable to let go of you at this moment
Tell me how to get rid of this obsession that I seem to have with you
Instruct me on how to eliminate this overpowering preoccupation I possess for you
Lately
As of late
Like a child's imagination runs wild
Similar to when a child's imagination becomes unbounded and limitless
I'm stuck in my head now
I am trapped in my own thoughts at this moment
I live in silence
I exist within a state of quietness
Far from reality I stay
I remain distant from the true world
Now that you found somebody else
Now that you have discovered a new companion
No I can't put you on the shelf my darling
No, I cannot set you aside or neglect you, my beloved
Cause it's like an obsession
Because it feels like an uncontrollable fixation
That I can't seem to give you up now
That I am unable to let go of you at this moment
Tell me how to get rid of this obsession that I seem to have with you
Instruct me on how to eliminate this overpowering preoccupation I possess for you
Now that I've got you to myself
Now that I have your undivided attention
No I can't put you on the shelf my darling
No, I cannot set you aside or neglect you, my beloved
No no no no
Absolutely not
Cause it's like an obsession
Because it feels like an uncontrollable fixation
That I can't seem to give you up now
That I am unable to let go of you at this moment
Tell me how to get rid of this obsession that I can't seem to give you up now
Instruct me on how to eliminate this overpowering preoccupation I possess that prevents me from letting go of you
That I seem to have with you
That appears to be present within me towards you
No I won't give you up
No, I will not abandon or let go of you
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Olivia Andrews
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@kaylzaboo
Thank you for making this video! I'm glad I'm not the only one with these battles/struggles! Xxx
@abigailayling802
Thank you so much for this video, I really struggle with over eating and constantly yo yo ing on slimming world because of this, what you have suggest is a big help and I can totally relate to what you are saying xxx
@abb7378
This is a great video, I can relate so much to this. I would have been at target if it wasn't for continually binging. I will definitely try your tips thanks. X
@neecakechu
You are such a natural I actually think you'd make a fantastic consultant for SW or anything like that you're so personable and kind and understanding! This is super helpful 💘🙌🏼 I really needed to see this today ☹️😳 xxx
@oliviaelise6150
+neecakechu Aw what a lovely comment, thank you so much 😘😘
@annammermaid9702
Thank you for this video! I needed this advice today. 😊
@lisapreston8422
brilliant video! can relate so much to it and it has really helped me so thank you very much xx
@joanmckee3906
Yes yes yes all of the above apply to me! No breakfast, eating one biscuit, decide to start again the next day. Drink coffee, therefore need something sweet to have with it. Not eating enough at mealtimes and have cravings within an hour. I've watched portion sizes on you tube and think I'd never eat all that. Realise all my mistakes and will take on board what you said! You're excellent and a beauty! Tks. I'll let you know how I get on. Jx
@susanheaford3271
My worst time is when I've been super good all week and maybe only have food syns rather than chocolate or crisps etc and then i don't see any loss at all then i feel despondent and stuff my face when I'm not even hungry. I completely get what you mean about having food on your mind all the time, it's hard not to think like that though. thanks for your tips x
@albinohedgehog7250
susan heaford, Im the same. If i have a gain or maintain on the scales its so demoralising and really hard to stay positive and motivated.