Shelter
Sabrynaah Pope Lyrics


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The XX - Shelter
I find shelter, in this way
Under cover, hide away
Can you hear, when I say?
I have never felt this way
Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
Can I make it better, with the lights turned on
Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
Can I make it better, with the lights turned on
Could I be, was I there?
It felt so crystal in the air
I still want to drown, whenever you leave
Please teach me gently, how to breathe
And I′ll cross oceans, like never before
So you can feel the way I feel it too
And I'll mirror images back at you
So you can see the way I feel it too
Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
Can I make it better, with the lights turned on
Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
Can I make it better, with the lights turned on




Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
Can I make it better, with the lights turned on

Overall Meaning

In "Shelter," Sabrynaah Pope sings about finding a safe space where she can hide and protect herself. The shelter she talks about is both physical and emotional. It can be a place where she seeks refuge from the harshness of the world or a person that provides her with comfort and security. In either case, the shelter is a place where she can be herself without fear of judgement or harm. The song's chorus reveals her longing for connection and understanding as she pleads with her partner to make things right between them. She wants to feel like they are on the same page and that they can communicate without reproach.


The lyrics in "Shelter" are straightforward and heartfelt, evoking a sense of vulnerability and sincerity. The repetition of lines like "Maybe I had said something that was wrong, can I make it better with the lights turned on" conveys the desire to fix things and be understood. Sabrynaah's smooth vocal delivery and the song's mellow instrumentation add to the emotional weight of the lyrics. Overall, "Shelter" is a beautiful and relatable piece of music about the human need for security, affection, and reconciliation.


Line by Line Meaning

I find shelter, in this way
I seek comfort and safety in this particular way of coping.


Under cover, hide away
I conceal myself to find that sense of security.


Can you hear, when I say?
Do you truly understand the emotions I'm expressing?


I have never felt this way
This is a new and intense feeling I've never experienced before.


Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
Perhaps I made a mistake in expressing myself and created misunderstandings.


Can I make it better, with the lights turned on
With understanding and clarity, can I fix my previous errors and make things right?


Could I be, was I there?
Am I truly present and active in this relationship?


It felt so crystal in the air
The connection between us was clear and strong.


I still want to drown, whenever you leave
I struggle to cope and feel overwhelmed when you're not around.


Please teach me gently, how to breathe
Help me learn to manage my emotions and maintain a sense of calm.


And I′ll cross oceans, like never before
I am willing to go the distance to make this work.


So you can feel the way I feel it too
I want you to understand my perspective and emotions.


And I'll mirror images back at you
I will reflect your emotions back to you to better understand each other.


Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
Perhaps I still need to address my previous mistakes in communication.


Can I make it better, with the lights turned on
With clear communication and understanding, can I find a solution to our problems?


Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
I'm still aware that my words may have caused hurt or confusion.


Can I make it better, with the lights turned on
I hope I can clarify and make amends with transparency and openness.


Maybe I had said, something that was wrong
I'm acknowledging that there may be even more miscommunication that needs to be addressed.


Can I make it better, with the lights turned on
With a clear and open dialogue, can we work together to make things right?




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@kimakotrotman6860

Sabrynaah Pope was a great friend.

@lucasmoinet937

Soul power ⚡

@tmontyb10011

This is fucking taking me!!!!!!

@ChrisNova777

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@@ChrisNova777 Hey Chris!

@MixtapeMagic

I think everything on Purple Music was pretty good. Nice upload. As usual.

@ChrisNova777

hey adam;)

@MixtapeMagic

We cross paths again!

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