Breathe Me
Sarah Brightman Lyrics
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I, have been here many times before
Hurt, myself again today
And the worst part is there's no one else to blame
Be my friend
Hold me, wrap me up
Unfold me, I am small,
And breathe me
Ouch, I have lost myself again
Lost myself and I am nowhere to be found
I think that I might break
Lost myself again and I feel unsafe
Be my friend
Hold me, wrap me up
Unfold me, I am small,
I'm needy, wrap me up
And breathe me
And breathe me
Sarah Brightman's song Breathe Me is a poignant reflection of a person who feels lost and in need of comfort. The opening line "Help, I have done it again" suggests that this person has a pattern of hurting themselves emotionally and perhaps physically. The line "Hurt myself again today" implies that this person is not only self-destructive, but they are also aware of their behavior. The worst part of the situation is that they feel there is no one else to blame but themselves.
The chorus of the song is a plea to someone, anyone, to be there for them, to hold them and wrap them up. The line "Unfold me, I am small" is particularly powerful, as it highlights the person's vulnerability and need for protection. The plea to "breathe me" is perhaps an invitation to be completely enveloped by the presence of someone else, to be held so tightly that they can't help but breathe the same air.
The second verse of the song suggests that this person has lost themselves completely, and they don't know where to turn. They feel that they may break at any moment and that they are unsafe in their current state. The repetition of the chorus serves to reinforce this person's desperation and the vital importance of having someone there for them.
In summary, Sarah Brightman's Breathe Me is a powerful and emotive song that explores the feelings of someone who is lost, vulnerable and in need of comfort. The lyrics suggest a pattern of self-destructive behavior and the plea for someone to hold and protect them is a cry for help.
Line by Line Meaning
Help, I have done it again
I'm struggling again and need help
I, have been here many times before
I've faced this situation before
Hurt, myself again today
I've caused myself pain again
And the worst part is there's no one else to blame
I can only blame myself for my struggles
Be my friend
I need someone to support me
Hold me, wrap me up
Provide physical comfort and safety
Unfold me, I am small,
I feel vulnerable and exposed
I'm needy, wrap me up oh
I need care and attention
And breathe me
Be with me, help me calm down and feel safe
Ouch, I have lost myself again
I feel disconnected from myself
Lost myself and I am nowhere to be found
I feel lost and unsure of myself
I think that I might break
I fear that I may not be able to handle my struggles
Lost myself again and I feel unsafe
I don't feel secure in who I am
Be my friend
I need someone to be there for me
Hold me, wrap me up
Provide support, protection, and care
Unfold me, I am small,
Help me regain my confidence and sense of self
I'm needy, wrap me up
I require support and understanding
And breathe me
Be with me in this moment and help me feel safe and calm
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dan Carey, Sia Furler
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