Paper Doll
Renee Renee Lyrics


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Millions of people looking for love
is it a secret from heaven above?
willing and waiting, wishing for more
will somebody save me and unlock my heart?
Seasons are changing, the passage of time
living in sequence don't step out of line
can anyone see this; is everyone blind?
and walk through the darkness; just follow the light

I see what I say I say what I see
does everything seems so different to me
I saw what i said I said what I saw
coming in different just running it hot

Read the writing on the wall
precious paper doll the pages fall apart
I just can't shake it from my head
and all the things you said they only break my heart

Step out of your comfort and into your fears
Jumping through windows sucking up tears
reason with knowledge changing the gears
remember be honest forget all those years

I see what I say I say what I see
does everything seems so different to me
I saw what i said I said what I saw
coming in different just running it hot

Read the writing on the wall
precious paper doll the pages fall apart
I just can't shake it from my head
and all the things you said they only break my heart

Read the writing on the wall
precious paper doll the pages fall apart
I just can't shake it from my head
and all the things you said they only break my heart

remember that first kiss




when time was lost and love was missed
recall my fingertips caress your neck and lick your lips

Overall Meaning

The song "Paper Doll" by Renee Renee depicts the struggles that one faces when searching for love. The lyrics begin by painting a picture of the vast number of people searching for love and questions if it's a secret that only heaven knows how to unlock. The lyrics continue to express the longing for love and someone to unlock their heart. The passage of time is described as seasons changing, and living in sequence without stepping out of line can feel like everyone is blind to the struggles. The only option left is to walk through the darkness and follow the light.


The chorus suggests that the singer is trying to make sense of the world around them. They see things differently and cannot comprehend why others cannot see what they do. The writing on the wall is a metaphor for the truth, and this precious paper doll is breaking apart. However, it's not just the world that's breaking apart; the singer's heart is also falling apart.


The second verse urges the listeners to step out of their comfort zones and confront their fears. The singer jumps through windows, sucks up tears, and reasons with knowledge while changing the gears. It ends with the reminder to forget all those years and to be honest. The final part of the song brings back a memory of a first kiss, and the pain of love missed.


Line by Line Meaning

Millions of people looking for love
Countless individuals searching for a romantic connection


is it a secret from heaven above?
Could true love be a mystery beyond human understanding?


willing and waiting, wishing for more
Eagerly and patiently longing for something greater


will somebody save me and unlock my heart?
Is there someone out there who can rescue me from heartbreak and emotional vulnerability?


Seasons are changing, the passage of time
The natural progression of time and its associated shifts


living in sequence don't step out of line
Adhering to societal norms and avoiding deviation


can anyone see this; is everyone blind?
Is anyone aware of the constraints of societal expectations, or are all individuals oblivious to them?


and walk through the darkness; just follow the light
Navigate through challenging circumstances and remain optimistic


I see what I say I say what I see
My thoughts and words are in alignment


does everything seems so different to me
Perception of my surroundings is distinct from others


I saw what i said I said what I saw
My observations correspond to my expressions


coming in different just running it hot
Being unique and embracing one's individuality


Read the writing on the wall
Observe the obvious signs and hints


precious paper doll the pages fall apart
A fragile object breaking down over time


I just can't shake it from my head
I cannot forget or ignore the thoughts in my mind


and all the things you said they only break my heart
Your words have caused emotional pain and suffering


Step out of your comfort and into your fears
Escape one's regular routine and overcome trepidation


Jumping through windows sucking up tears
Going through unorthodox or challenging experiences and persevering through sadness


reason with knowledge changing the gears
Using rational thinking to make a shift in mindset


remember be honest forget all those years
Reflecting on the past, embracing honesty, and moving on from past experiences


remember that first kiss
Recall the memory of a first romantic encounter


when time was lost and love was missed
Remembering an opportunity for love that may have been missed


recall my fingertips caress your neck and lick your lips
Remembering the sensation of touching and kissing a loved one




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