Stupid
Sarah McLachlan(사라 맥라클란) Lyrics
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But steady me now for I am weak and starving for mercy
Sleep has left me alone to carry the weight of unraveling where we went wrong
It's all I can do to hang on, to keep me from falling into old familiar shoes
[Chorus]
How stupid could I be
A simpleton could see
But you're the only one I see
Love has made me a fool set me on fire and watched as I floundered
Unable to speak except to cry out and wait for your answer
But you come around in your time speaking of fabulous places create
An oasis that dries up as soon as you're gone
You leave me here burning in this desert without you
[Chorus]
Everything changes everything falls apart
I can't stand to feel myself losing control
In the depth of my senses I know
[Chorus: x2]
In Sarah McLachlan's song 'Stupid', the singer shares her inner turmoil and emotional struggles after being in a relationship that has left her feeling weak and helpless. The opening lyrics suggest a new dawn and the hope of a fresh start, but she quickly reveals her state of being 'weak and starving for mercy'. Sarah hints at the root of the problem when she mentions the weight of unraveling where they went wrong.
The chorus of the song encapsulates the pain and frustrations of Sarah's situation. She describes herself as 'stupid' for not being able to let go of a relationship that does her no good. She recognizes that she's not meant to be with this person and they are not good for her, but she remains tethered to them due to her deep connection to them. The second verse describes how Sarah feels trapped in a cycle, where the person is the centre of all her thoughts and emotions.
Ultimately, the song is about the many twists and turns of love, and how it can leave a person feeling vulnerable and unable to move on, even when they know they should. It's a raw and honest portrayal of a common human experience, and Sarah McLachlan delivers it with her signature raw vocals that perfectly encapsulate the pain embedded in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Night lift up the shades let in the brilliant light of morning
I want to embrace the new day and its brightness, but I need strength and compassion to guide me through my weakness.
But steady me now for I am weak and starving for mercy
Please support me in my vulnerable state, as I am in dire need of kindness and understanding.
Sleep has left me alone to carry the weight of unraveling where we went wrong
I am burdened with the task of understanding the reasons for our failure, as I lay awake with my thoughts in the dead of night.
It's all I can do to hang on, to keep me from falling into old familiar shoes
I struggle to resist the temptation to repeat the same mistakes, clinging onto hope for a better outcome.
How stupid could I be
I am questioning my own judgement and intelligence.
A simpleton could see
It is obvious to even a fool.
That you're no good for me
You are not a positive influence in my life.
But you're the only one I see
Despite your negative impact, I am unable to turn away from you because you are all I know.
Love has made me a fool set me on fire and watched as I floundered
I have been foolishly consumed by my feelings for you, and those emotions have left me vulnerable and helpless.
Unable to speak except to cry out and wait for your answer
I am so caught up in my love for you that I am unable to communicate effectively, and I am constantly waiting for your response.
But you come around in your time speaking of fabulous places create
You visit only when it suits you, and you make empty promises about a better future together.
An oasis that dries up as soon as you're gone
Your promises and affection disappear as soon as you walk away, leaving me with nothing but a mirage of hope.
You leave me here burning in this desert without you
You abandon me in a barren and inhospitable place, and I am left to suffer the consequences of your absence.
Everything changes everything falls apart
Life is unpredictable, and things can fall apart without warning.
I can't stand to feel myself losing control
I am afraid of losing my grip on reality and my emotions.
In the depth of my senses I know
Despite my confusion and chaos, I have an intuitive sense of what is right for me.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: THOMAS ALLAN FLOWERS, DOUGLAS JAMES ELDRIDGE, RICHARD C. IVANISEVICH, FRED ROGER JR. NELSON
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Night lift up the shades let in the brilliant light of morning
But steady me now for I am weak and starving for mercy
Sleep has left me alone to carry the weight of unraveling where we went wrong
It's all I can do to hang on, to keep me from falling into old familiar shoes
How stupid could I be
A simpleton could see
That you're no good for me
But you're the only one I see
Love has made me a fool set me on fire and watched as I floundered
Unable to speak except to cry out and wait for your answer
But you come around in your time speaking of fabulous places create
An oasis that dries up as soon as you're gone
You leave me here burning in this desert without you
How stupid could I be
A simpleton could see
That you're no good for me
But you're the only one I see
Everything changes everything falls apart
I can't stand to feel myself losing control
In the depth of my senses I know
How stupid could I be
A simpleton could see
That you're no good for me
But you're the only one I see
How stupid could I be
A simpleton could see
That you're no good for me
But you're the only one I see
@malbredova8582
Noc zvedla stíny
Vpustila dovnitř oslnivé ranní světlo
Ustálila ho
Pro mě, protože jsem slabá a žadoním o milost
Spánek mě nechal samotnou
Aby jsem nesla tíhu toho, kde jsme udělali chybu
To je všechno, co můžu udělat, abych vydržela
Držet mě před spadnutím
Do starých známých kolejí
Jak jsem mohla být tak hloupá
I blbeček by to viděl
Že nejsi pro mě dost dobrý
Ale ty jsi jediný, koho vidím
Láska ze mě udělala hlupáka
Zapálilo mě to a dívalo se, jak se potácím
Neschopná mluvit
Až na výkřiky a čekání na tvou odpověď
Ale ty jsi odešel ve svůj čas
Mluvil jsi o báječných místech
Tvořených oázami
Které vyschnou, když jsi pryč
Nechával jsi mě tady hořet
V této poušti bez tebe
Jak jsem mohla být tak hloupá
I blbeček by to viděl
Že nejsi pro mě dost dobrý
Ale ty jsi jediný, koho vidím
Všechno se mění
Všechno se rozpadá
Nemůžu se zbavit pocitu, že ztrácím kontrolu
Ale hluboko uvnitř vím
Jak jsem mohla být tak hloupá
I blbeček by to viděl
Že nejsi pro mě dost dobrý
Ale ty jsi jediný, koho vidím
@ameliareaganwright2758
Saw Sarah live, August of 2014, in the Austin City Limits intimate venue. There was no lip-syncing. Her voice was as clean, pure, and as perfect as you could ever imagine. I've been to tons of concerts (I'm 62 and of the Crosby, Stills, Nash &Young era), and Sarah's was the very BEST concert I've EVER witnessed, hands down.
@danielb.metallo2129
+Amelia Reagan Wright I know I'm dating oneself, but I'm nearly as old as you are, and I have a few concerts under my belt as well... I imagine you've seen Jackson Browne... and, since you mention C,S,N, & Y, I would guess that you're a fan of "Teach Your Children"... Haven't yet seen Sarah live yet... I was thinking on waiting until I got to Calgary to do so... = )
@ameliareaganwright2758
Daniel B. Metallo You will be in for an AMAZING concert. Sarah's voice was so clean, pure, and not enhanced. I just couldn't believe what I was hearing, and yes, I've been to the concerts you named.
@ird2607
@Amelia Reagan Wright Yep, she’s real magic
@EnviroArtiste86
i've seen Sarah a couple times and i agree
@golgiapparatus234
I support singers who show their beautiful, genuine voice to the audience instead of using autotune :)
@raqueledwards6061
Ikr same absolutely 💯 ♥️👌😃💖
@ChrisTopheRaz
This song carried me for two days when i needed it the most.
@NoisyWombat
I never thought of this song as being about adultery, instead I always felt it so deeply described the feeling of being in a on-again off-again relationship exactly like the one I was in for 11 years. You know that they are never going to fully commit to you, and maybe its better that way, but you keep letting your eyes be blinded by the fantasy that you could be happy together.
@Jurodrix
The song is open for several meanings. Maybe, for you, it's better suited this way. As someone commented previously, it can also mean the man being cheated. He knows about his wife's affair and still loves her and wants her... And is willing to forgive her.