Died In Your Arms
Savage Lyrics


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I keep looking for something I can't get
Broken hearts lie all around me
And I don't see an easy way to get out of this
Her diary, it sits by the bedside table
The curtains are closed, the cats in the cradle
Who would've thought that a boy like me could come to this

I, I just died in your arms tonight
It must've been something you said
I just died in your arms tonight

Oh I, I just died in your arms tonight
It must've been some kind of kiss
I should've walked away, I should've walked away

Is there any just cause for feeling like this?
On the surface, I'm a name on a list
I try to be discreet, but then blow it again
I've lost and found, it's my final mistake
She's loving by proxy, no give and all take
'Cause I've been thrilled to fantasy one too many times

I, I just died in your arms tonight
It must've been something you said
I just died in your arms tonight

Oh I, I just died in your arms tonight
It must've been some kind of kiss
I should've walked away, I should've walked away

It was a long hot night
La notte dell’amore con te, con te

I, I just died in your arms tonight
It must've been something you said
I just died in your arms tonight

Oh I, I just died in your arms tonight




It must've been some kind of kiss
I should've walked away, I should've walked away

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "I Just Died In Your Arms Tonight" by Savage! describe the emotional turmoil and heartbreak experienced by the singer in a romantic relationship. The song opens with a sense of longing and an inability to find what is being sought after. The line "I keep looking for something I can't get" suggests a desperate search for fulfillment. The presence of broken hearts surrounding the singer emphasizes the pain and emotional damage that has been inflicted.


The lyrics also convey a feeling of trapped despair. The diary by the bedside table and closed curtains symbolize the privacy and secrecy within the relationship. The mention of the "cats in the cradle" adds a touch of melancholy, possibly implying a sense of emptiness and abandonment. The singer reflects on the unexpected turn of events, expressing disbelief that someone like them could end up in such a state.


The chorus repeatedly declares the singer's metaphorical death in the arms of their lover. It suggests that the words spoken or the actions taken by the lover had a profound impact, leading to their emotional demise. The regret in the line "I should've walked away" further emphasizes the self-blame and realization that they should have protected themselves from this emotional turmoil.


The bridge brings a shift in perspective, describing a passionate and intimate night of love. The reference to "La notte dell’amore con te, con te" adds a touch of romance but also hints at the temporary nature of the night, contrasting with the overall theme of heartbreak and loss.


Overall, the lyrics expose the vulnerability and pain of the singer, highlighting the destructive nature of a relationship that was built on one-sided love and empty promises.


Line by Line Meaning

I keep looking for something I can't get
I continue searching for something that eludes me


Broken hearts lie all around me
Heartbreak is prevalent in my surroundings


And I don't see an easy way to get out of this
I cannot find a straightforward solution to escape from this situation


Her diary, it sits by the bedside table
Her personal writings rest on the table next to the bed


The curtains are closed, the cats in the cradle
The curtains are drawn, and there is a sense of stillness and solitude


Who would've thought that a boy like me could come to this
It's surprising to think that someone like me would end up in this state


Is there any just cause for feeling like this?
Is there a valid reason to feel this way?


On the surface, I'm a name on a list
Superficially, I am merely a name on a roster


I try to be discreet, but then blow it again
I attempt to maintain a sense of caution, but end up making a mistake once more


I've lost and found, it's my final mistake
I have experienced both loss and rediscovery, but now I face my ultimate error


She's loving by proxy, no give and all take
She loves indirectly, without reciprocation and solely focused on receiving


'Cause I've been thrilled to fantasy one too many times
Because I have indulged in imaginary excitement too frequently


It was a long hot night
It was a sweltering and lengthy night


La notte dell’amore con te, con te
The night of love with you, with you


I should've walked away, I should've walked away
I ought to have left instead of staying




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Nicholas Eede

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