Told You So
Riot !n Magenta Lyrics
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if there's any way to save yourself
when you try try try
but there is no one else
who can save you
you get scared of what we say
now you can't hear a sound
it's a sad sad sad place to be
no you can't fight it
cause you're trapped inside
you can't deny it
when I told you
please I really meant it
oh you can hide it
no you can't fight it
cause you're trapped inside
you can't deny it
when I told you
please I really meant it
so now you're taking it back
taking it back taking it back
cause I can't quite hear the things that you're saying
like I can't unhear the things when you said it
so don't dare take me for a fool
because I told you so
you see I told you so
oh you can hide it
no you can't fight it
cause you're trapped inside
you can't deny it
when I told you
please I really meant it
oh you can hide it
no you can't fight it
cause you're trapped inside
you can't deny it
when I told you
please I really meant it
and now you're wondering
if there's any way to save yourself
when you try try try
no one else who can save you
you get scared of what we say
now you can't hear a sound
it's a sad sad sad place to be
oh you can hide it
no you can't fight it
cause you're trapped inside
you can't deny it
when I told you
please I really meant it
oh you can hide it
no you can't fight it
when I get inside
you can't deny it
when I told you
please I really meant it
The lyrics to Riot !n Magenta's song "Told You So" are about being trapped in a situation where the person is unable to save themselves. The song talks about trying to reach out for help but realizing there is no one else who can save you except yourself. Then, the person becomes scared of what others say, and eventually, they can't hear anything - this being a sad place to be in. The repetition of 'you can hide it' and 'no, you can't fight it' emphasizes how the person has no option but to accept their situation, for they are 'trapped inside.'
The second part of the song talks about taking responsibility for one's actions. The singer mentions that the other person is trying to take things back, but it's too late. They can't undo what they said, and the singer reminds them not to take them for a fool. The line 'because I told you so' means that the singer had warned them on time, and now they have to face the consequences.
Overall, the song's lyrics carry a message of self-accountability, taking charge of one's life and choices, and accepting the consequences that follow. The song is emotive and relatable, bringing to mind moments of feeling unable to escape bad situations or make healthy choices.
Line by Line Meaning
and now you're wondering
You are currently questioning yourself
if there's any way to save yourself
You seek a solution to your predicament
when you try try try
Your repeated efforts have yielded no positive results
but there is no one else
No one else can come to your aid
who can save you
There's no savior for you
you get scared of what we say
You're afraid of our words
now you can't hear a sound
You can't listen to anything anymore
it's a sad sad sad place to be
Your current situation is utterly lamentable
oh you can hide it
You try to conceal it
no you can't fight it
Your situation is inescapable
cause you're trapped inside
You are contained
you can't deny it
You cannot reject the truth
when I told you
When I informed you
please I really meant it
I was genuine in what I said
so now you're taking it back
You are retracting your statement
taking it back taking it back
You keep retracting your statement
like I can't unhear the things when you said it
I can't forget what you said earlier
so don't dare take me for a fool
Do not insult my intelligence
because I told you so
Because I have previously notified you
you see I told you so
As you can see, I foretold
when I get inside
When I gain access
Contributed by Hannah R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nannyjen
Breathtaking
Goosebumps
Tears
@thatkoreandude
Heya there! I watched you perform at the Bay Beats Festival yesterday and it was breathtaking.. This really took me by surprise and I think your going to be the reason why I'm going to start singing again! Looking forward to watching you again tonight and in the near future. You got yourself another fan and possibly a fellow vocalist. :)
@leexy26
Mesmerizing vocals, guys! Hope for more material from y'all.. =D Have a blazing new 2014 aite?!