Dazed
Ruel Lyrics


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You came in swinging like Apollo
I'll be feelin' it tomorrow
No, I ain't seein' straight, hyperventilate
Knees begin to wobble
You cut my brakes and hit the throttle
I couldn't stop it if I wanted
Just your silhouette, makes me break a sweat
I'm in trouble

Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed

I bet you know just what you're doing
You're not the type that's used to losing
First, you build me up, then with just a touch
Leave me here in ruins
Something 'bout your eyes
I can't even walk in a straight line
Under the influence

Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed

I don't know if this is real life, real life
What happens if I open my eyes, my eyes?
Will I ever get my head right, head right?
I don't know if this is real life, real life (ooh)

Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me

That's got me dazed and confused
From the day I met you
I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind




There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

Overall Meaning

Ruel's "Dazed & Confused" opens with the image of someone moving in fast, like a boxer swinging punches in a ring ("You came in swinging like Apollo"), and the singer anticipating the pain that is to come ("I'll be feelin' it tomorrow"). The song describes a feeling of being overwhelmed and disoriented by the presence of a captivating person. The singer admits he can't think straight and is out of control. The lyrics convey the exhilaration and confusion that the singer feels in the presence of this alluring person. They know precisely what they're doing, building him up then leaving him in ruins with just one touch. Despite knowing his love interest’s potential to hurt him, the singer is willing to risk it all over again.


As the chorus repeats, Ruel recognizes that he is "dazed and confused" since the day he met this person. He lost his head, and he does not know whether he’s losing his mind or seeing the light. Nevertheless, there's just something about this person that's got him dazed and confused. In the bridge, he questions whether this is real life or not, and what would happen if he opened his eyes. Yet, the chorus comes back, reiterating how dazed and confused he is.


The song ultimately portrays the beauty and turbulence of new love. The singer is drawn to this person's alluring nature, but their force also disorients him, causing him to question everything. Ruel’s vocals, alongside the synths and dreamy pop production, lay the groundwork for the song's dreamy, emotionally charged tone.


Line by Line Meaning

You came in swinging like Apollo
You entered with such energy and force, like the Greek god of the sun, that it caught my attention immediately.


I'll be feelin' it tomorrow
I know that the impact of meeting you will last long past today, and I will still be feeling the effects tomorrow.


No, I ain't seein' straight, hyperventilate
I am so overwhelmed with emotions that I cannot think clearly and am struggling to breathe.


Knees begin to wobble
The strength has left my legs, and I am having trouble standing up straight.


You cut my brakes and hit the throttle
You have taken control and are driving us both forward without any regard for caution or safety.


I couldn't stop it if I wanted
Even if I try to resist or slow down, I know that I am powerless to stop the force of our connection.


Just your silhouette, makes me break a sweat
Even just the sight of you, without any physical contact, can make me so nervous and anxious that I start to sweat.


I'm in trouble
I realize that I have gotten myself into a situation that I may not be able to handle, and I am in trouble because of my feelings for you.


Either I've seen the light or I'm losing my mind
I am not sure whether my intense feelings for you are a sign of true love and clarity or a sign that I am starting to lose my mind.


There's something 'bout you
There is an indescribable quality or trait that you possess that draws me to you and keeps me dazed and confused.


I bet you know just what you're doing
I suspect that you are aware of the effect that you have on me and the power that you hold over me.


You're not the type that's used to losing
You are confident and skilled in your ability to get what you want, and you do not often allow yourself to lose or fail.


First, you build me up, then with just a touch, leave me here in ruins
You are able to make me feel strong and confident one moment, and then with just a small gesture or interaction, you can leave me feeling devastated and broken.


Something 'bout your eyes, I can't even walk in a straight line
The way that you look at me can leave me so dizzy and disoriented that I cannot even walk straight or focus on anything else.


Under the influence
I am under your influence and cannot think or act clearly because of my feelings for you and the way you affect me.


I don't know if this is real life
I am not entirely sure if what I am experiencing is real or if it is all in my head.


What happens if I open my eyes
I am afraid to face the reality of my situation and am hesitant to open my eyes and see things as they really are.


Will I ever get my head right
I am unsure if I will ever be able to think straight and make rational decisions because of my feelings for you.


That's got me dazed and confused
Your effect on me has left me feeling helpless, bewildered, and unsure of what to do next.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Mark Landon, Peter Harding, Ruel Van Dijk, Sean Douglas

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@avez2564

Can we just take a moment to appreciate how good this video is in the first place? I mean, the song is by far the best thing I've heard in my life, but this music video is so perfect. Some of the movements go together with the beats of the music (1:51), and it looks SO good. At 1:42, the dancer dips down and then Ruel pops back up. They have to be 2 different shots, but the changing of the background throughout the entire video makes it look so seamless. I am in love with the cinematography of this video!








And Ruel...obviously



@leticiaarantes6216

LYRICS

[Verse 1]
You came in swinging like apollo
I'll be feeling it tomorrow
No, I ain't seeing straight, hyperventilate
Knees begin to wobble
You cut my brakes and hit the throttle
I couldn't stop it if I wanted
Dizzy silhouette, makes me break a sweat
I'm in trouble

[Chorus]
Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

[Post-Chorus]
Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed

[Verse 2]
I bet you know just what you're doing
You're not the type that's used to losing
First, you build me up, then with just a touch
Leave me here in ruins
Something 'bout your eyes
I can't even walk in a straight line
Under the influence

[Chorus]
Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

[Post-Chorus]
Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed

[Bridge]
I don't know if this is real life, real life
What happens if I open my eyes, my eyes?
Will I ever get my head right, head right?
I don't know if this is real life, real life

[Chorus]
Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me
That's got me dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

❤️



@popiice3743

You came in swinging like a polo
I'll be feeling it tomorrow
No, I ain't seeing straight, hyperventilate
Knees begin to wobble
You cut my brakes and hit the throttle
I couldn't stop it if I wanted
Dizzy silhouette, makes me break a sweat
I'm in trouble

Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed

I bet you know just what you're doing
You're not the type that's used to losing
First, you build me up, then with just a touch
Leave me here in ruins
Something 'bout your eyes
I can't even walk in a straight line
Under the influence

Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused

Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed

I don't know if this is real life, real life
What happens if I open my eyes, my eyes?
Will I ever get my head right, head right?
I don't know if this is real life, real life

Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me
That's got me dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused



@panda-ls8sj

Lyrics:
"You came in swinging like Apollo
I'll be feeling it tomorrow
No, I ain't seeing straight, hyperventilate
Knees begin to wobble
You cut my brakes and hit the throttle
I couldn't stop it if I wanted
Dizzy silhouette, makes me break a sweat
I'm in trouble
Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused
Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed
I bet you know just what you're doing
You're not the type that's used to losing
First, you build me up, then with just a touch
Leave me here in ruins
Something 'bout your eyes
I can't even walk in a straight line
Under the influence
Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused
Dazed
Dazed and confused
Dazed
I don't know if this is real life, real life
What happens if I open my eyes, my eyes?
Will I ever get my head right, head right?
I don't know if this is real life, real life
Oh, I've been dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me
That's got me dazed and confused
From the day I met you
Yeah, I lost my head
And I'd do it again
Either I've seen the light
Or I'm losing my mind
There's something 'bout you
That's got me dazed and confused "
Ps:
Ruel, you're brillant
Love you~



All comments from YouTube:

@---mw5br

I want him to blow up and get all the recognition he deserves
But I don't want him to go mainstream

@graciakylie7351

same..

@stephanielynch9805

I want the world to know how good he is, but at the same time I want to protect him from everyone 😂😂❤️

@---mw5br

@@stephanielynch9805 exactly!

@elizabethsimpson111

Me too

@mewmew6158

I agree

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@hoonigiri

you know you're so into the artist when you want the artist to be known, recognized or appreciated but at the same time you don't want them to be mainstream and you want to protect them, i know that feeling, u know that u know that too mhm

@user-gq1kr4wl5w

Literally me with Phum Viphurit 😔✊

@SapphireK

Happened with billie nf and wdw

@kennaromine7044

Me with Why Dont We

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