BECAUSE OF YOU
Ronan Parke Lyrics


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I will not make the same mistakes that you did
I will not let myself cause my heart so much misery
I will not break the way you did
You fell so hard
I learned the hard way, to never let it get that far

Because of you
I never stray too far from the sidewalk
Because of you
I learned to play on the safe side
So I don't get hurt
Because of you
I find it hard to trust
Not only me, but everyone around me
Because of you
I am afraid

I lose my way
And it's not too long before you point it out
I cannot cry




Because I know that's weakness in your eyes

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ronan Parke's song Because Of You convey a powerful message about the lasting impact that parental or familial relationships can have on a person's life. Parke sings about his determination to avoid the mistakes made by his parents or loved ones, especially in the context of relationships. He vows to not cause himself the same heartache and pain that he witnessed in the past. The line "You fell so hard, I learned the hard way, to never let it get that far" is poignant in its honesty and vulnerability, revealing the pain that Parke has experienced and the lessons he was forced to learn from it.


The chorus is particularly impactful, as it demonstrates the ways in which Parke's past experiences have shaped him into the person he is today. He has learned to stay safe and avoid taking unnecessary risks in relationships, but as a result, he finds it difficult to trust others, including himself. The line "Because of you, I am afraid" is a heartbreaking admission of the emotional scars left behind by those who should have helped him feel secure.


In summary, Because Of You speaks to the lasting impact that family relationships can have on a person's life, both positive and negative. Parke's vulnerable lyrics and emotive vocals make this song a powerful reflection of the human experience and the complex emotions that can arise from our closest relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

I will not make the same mistakes that you did
I refuse to repeat the same errors you made in the past.


I will not let myself cause my heart so much misery
I will do my best to protect my heart from the pain you felt.


I will not break the way you did
I am determined not to shatter like you did.


You fell so hard
You experienced a severe fall.


I learned the hard way, to never let it get that far
Through experience, I know better than to let things go too far.


Because of you
You have had a significant impact on me.


I never stray too far from the sidewalk
I always play it safe and avoid taking risks.


Because of you
Your influence over me is profound.


I learned to play on the safe side
I have become cautious to protect myself from harm.


So I don't get hurt
To avoid being wounded, I always take the safe path.


Because of you
Your impact on me is immense.


I find it hard to trust
I struggle to put my faith in others.


Not only me, but everyone around me
My suspicion extends to all those around me.


Because of you
You have had a profound effect on me.


I am afraid
I am filled with fear and worry.


I lose my way
I often feel lost and directionless.


And it's not too long before you point it out
You are quick to highlight my mistakes and shortcomings.


I cannot cry
I am afraid to show my emotions.


Because I know that's weakness in your eyes
In your opinion, displaying emotions is a sign of weakness.




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