Darkness
R. A. T. M. Lyrics

Dark
The singer is beginning the song in a somber tone, emphasizing the theme of darkness that pervades the lyrics.

I asked you to let me go
The singer is pleading with someone to release her from a relationship or situation that she feels trapped in. The repetition of this line shows the desperation in her plea.

But darkness
The singer acknowledges that while she wants out of the situation, there is a part of her that is drawn to the sense of impending doom and danger that comes with staying in it.

I’ll always be your girl
The artist admits that she feels a sense of loyalty to the person she is pleading with, despite their mistreatment of her.

The grass looked so green
The artist is describing a moment of temptation or illusion - something that looks appealing on the surface but is ultimately false.

In that moment of weakness
The singer admits that she was tempted by something, but recognizes that she acted from a place of vulnerability.

I woke up
The singer is coming out of a state of delusion or distraction, and realizing the truth of her situation.

On the other side
The artist is suggesting that she has emerged from a difficult or dangerous experience, and has arrived at a new place of clarity and understanding.

I will tell you
The artist is preparing to offer an explanation, confession, or warning to the person she is addressing.

I know you’re already suspicious
The artist acknowledges that the person she is speaking to may already be aware that something is amiss - she is trying to get ahead of any confrontation by admitting her own guilt or responsibility.

While the sun was out
The singer is describing a moment of relative safety or comfort, when things seemed bright and optimistic.

I looked up one time
The artist is describing a moment of reflection or introspection - she is taking stock of her own experience and considering her options.

But darkness
The singer is again emphasizing the pull of danger, thrill, or recklessness that comes with staying in a difficult situation.

I’ll always be your girl
The singer is once again emphasizing her loyalty to the person she is pleading with, despite their mistreatment of her.

How could you let me?
The singer is expressing a sense of betrayal or anger towards the person she is addressing - she is accusing them of being responsible for her suffering or distress.

How could you let me go?
The artist is specifically addressing the issue of separation - she is asking how the person she is addressing could have allowed her to leave or escape their grasp.

I’m always going to be your girl
The artist is reiterating that she feels a sense of loyalty or obligation to the person she is addressing, despite her own suffering.

Darkness
The singer is returning to the theme of darkness that pervades the lyrics - suggesting that she may be resigned to staying in a place of danger or sadness, even if she doesn't want to.