Ghosts
Remme Lyrics
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I miss you even when you're by my side
It's all the time
Can't seem to shake it, there's nowhere to hide
The more I lock it away
The more it's breaking out
The more I cover my ears
The more I hear 'em shout
You can't give up your ghosts
Everywhere you go, they're right there beside you
You closed every door
But everywhere you hide, they always will find you
Even when it's me and you
It's never quite just us two
'Cause I can see your ghosts
Right there, right there beside you
Under my skin
I feel your blood
But I'm used to it
It's running
But I ain't fast enough to outrun this
The more I try to escape
The more I cannot move
The more that I'm awake
The more I have to lose
But who am I tryna fool?
You can't give up your ghosts
And everywhere you go, they're right there beside you
You closed every door
But everywhere you hide, they always will find you
Even when it's me and you
It's never quite just us two
'Cause I can see your ghosts
Right there, right there beside you
You can't give up your ghosts
Everywhere you go, they're right there beside you
You closed every door
But everywhere you hide, they always will find you
Even when it's me and you
It's never quite just us two
'Cause I can see your ghosts
Right there, right there beside you
I can see your ghosts
Right there, right there beside you
Right there, right there beside you
'Cause I can see your ghosts
Right there, right there beside you
The lyrics of Remme's "Ghosts" convey a sense of being haunted by memories and experiences of a past relationship. The singer is tormented by the persistent presence of their former partner, even when physically apart. The opening lines suggest a constant preoccupation with thoughts of the person, as the singer misses them even when they are together. This is followed by a sense of futility and desperation, as the singer tries to find a way to escape the overwhelming sense of being haunted, but finds that it is impossible.
The repetition of the lines "The more..." adds to this sense of helplessness, as each attempt to resist the ghosts seems to make them stronger. The line "You can't give up your ghosts" suggests that these haunting memories are an inherent part of the person, something that can never truly be left behind. Even when the singer is with their former partner, they are never truly alone, as the ghosts of the past are always present. The repetition of the final stanza drives this point home, emphasizing the inescapability of these ghostly memories.
Overall, "Ghosts" is a haunting and introspective song that conveys a sense of being trapped in the past and unable to move forward. The imagery of ghosts adds to this sense of haunting, emphasizing the way that memories and experiences from the past can cling to a person long after they are gone.
Line by Line Meaning
You’re on my mind
I can't stop thinking about you
I miss you even when you're by my side
Being in your presence is not enough and I crave more of you
It's all the time
I am consumed by thoughts of you constantly
Can't seem to shake it, there's nowhere to hide
I cannot escape my thoughts and emotions even though I try
The more I lock it away
I try to suppress my feelings
The more it's breaking out
Suppressing my feelings is making them stronger and harder to manage
The more I cover my ears
Ignoring my feelings is not helpful
The more I hear 'em shout
My feelings are becoming louder and harder to ignore
You can't give up your ghosts
You cannot escape the past and the memories attached to it
Everywhere you go, they're right there beside you
The memories are a constant presence, even in new situations
You closed every door
You have tried to move on and forget
But everywhere you hide, they always will find you
Trying to run away from your past will not work, it will always catch up to you
Even when it's me and you
Even in our moments together
It's never quite just us two
The past is always present, affecting our present
'Cause I can see your ghosts
I can sense that you are haunted by your past
Right there, right there beside you
The memories are always with you, affecting your present
Under my skin
I am emotionally affected by you and your past
I feel your blood
I feel like I am experiencing your emotions and struggles
But I'm used to it
I have become accustomed to the pain and hurt that comes with being with you
It's running
Your past and the memories associated with it are always present
But I ain't fast enough to outrun this
I am unable to distance myself from your past and how it affects you
The more I try to escape
I try to ignore my own emotions
The more I cannot move
Ignoring my feelings is not helpful and only makes them stronger
The more that I'm awake
The more aware I am of my own emotions
The more I have to lose
My feelings are becoming stronger and I am more invested in the relationship
But who am I tryna fool?
I cannot hide from my own emotions and I am aware of them
Writer(s): Gary Go, Thomas Azier, Ben Esser, Isaias Azier, Remme C M T Rem Ter Haar
Contributed by Hailey S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Víťa Official
This song is now playing in the biggest radio a in Czech every day. Wow, lose touch was top, this song too. You are my favourite singer now. I looking forward to your new songs.. ❤️
Just Animated
Yo that's so much underrated dude, this song is fire 🔥
Lei Calli
I am from the Czech republic and your songs are on repeat on the radio. I thought "yeaaah, this year's summer songs" and I looked you up and find out you are so underrated I literally dont get this
ludo wuyts
Dat zijn vier keitoffe singles op een rij. Spijtig horen we ze bijna niet of alleszins veel te weinig op de radio in Vlaanderen.
remme
dankjewel!!!
Edz
Seen this guy in Paradiso (Amsterdam) in 2019. He played as a support act for James Morrison and nailed it!!! Me and my girlfriend were (and are) amazed by his voice. IMO he’s one of the biggest talents we have in the Netherlands!
remme
;)))🙏🙏
Vallie Sis
Last night, I was driving back to the town from which I ran away three months ago because of the fact that my mother was abusive and she hurt me. I was crying all the way as I thought that I wasn’t ready to see this town again but I knew that it was necessary as my grandparents living there needed help. But when I turned on the radio and heard this song, I was astonished by it. By amazing lyrics, by Remme’s voice. I realised that I stopped crying and suddenly was so strong. I was so ready to see this town and help my grandparents.
Remme, thank you. You helped me immensely last night and you’re an incredibly talented singer. Once again, thank you.
❤️
annimariecron
The song is incredible 😄
remme
thanks so much🙏😊