Let Me Let You
Shaylen Lyrics
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Hate the way you ended things
Been going on a couple dates
Didn't go past a couple drinks
Why do I keep hearing from you
Soon as you hear I'm moving on?
What the hell are you trying to do? Yeah
You let me think "goodbye" meant
You don't want me anymore
You let me think we turned the page
Then your headlights hit my door
When it's 2 AM, missing me again
Why you gotta let me know?
Every time I'm trying to forget you
You won't let me let you
Go, oh
You won't let me let you
Go, oh
Ain't the one getting downtown drunk
Sending you "I want you back" songs
While I been giving you up
You're the one still holding on
You let me think "goodbye" meant
You don't want me anymore
You let me think we turned the page
Then your headlights hit my door
When it's 2 AM, missing me again
Why you gotta let me know?
Every time I'm trying to forget you
You won't let me let you
Go, oh
Go, oh
Mm, yeah
Why do I keep hearing from you
Soon as you hear I'm moving on?
What the hell are you trying to do? Yeah
You let me think "goodbye" meant
You don't want me anymore
You let me think we turned the page
Then your headlights hit my door
When it's 2 AM, missing me again
Why you gotta let me know?
Every time I'm trying to forget you
You won't let me let you
Go, oh
You won't let me let you
Go, oh
You won't let me let you
Go, oh
You won't let me let you
Go, oh
In "Let Me Let You In," Shaylen delves deep into the emotional turmoil that arises after a complicated breakup. The opening lines reveal a sense of frustration and hurt, as the singer reflects on the abrupt end of a relationship that obviously meant a lot to her. The casual dating she mentions is marked by an unsettling sense of detachment, underscoring her struggle to move forward while still grappling with lingering feelings for her ex. This internal conflict emphasizes the challenge of trying to date others when the shadow of a past love looms large. The repeated query about why she keeps hearing from her ex when she begins to move on hints at the ambiguity of their previous relationship, suggesting unresolved feelings on both sides.
The lyrics express the stark contrast between the finality of the breakup and the mixed signals that follow. The singer feels deceived into believing that when her ex said goodbye, it meant a genuine end. Instead, the late-night visits and messages she receives indicate otherwise, complicating her healing process. The metaphor of his headlights hitting her door captures the feeling of being caught off guard—it's as if he intrudes on her attempt to establish independence without warning. This moment reinforces the idea that moving on is not just a matter of time but also of clear boundaries, which her ex seems unwilling to respect. Shaylen's depiction of midnight regrets portrays a scenario where the ex-lover's vulnerability clashes with the singer's efforts to forget, creating a frustrating push-and-pull dynamic.
As the song progresses, Shaylen contrasts her own attempts at moving on with her ex's repeated actions that hold her back. The lyrics assert her determination to let go, despite his ongoing presence in her life. The sense of imbalance is palpable: while she tries to distance herself, her ex seems to be the one still clinging to the past. The mention of drunken late-night messages further highlights the emotional recklessness that often accompanies heartbreak, showcasing a common trope in love relationships where one partner struggles to let go while the other seeks to move forward. This disconnect illuminates the complexities of emotional attachments and the difficulties that arise in navigating personal growth amid unresolved feelings.
Ultimately, the repeated refrain emphasizing that he "won't let [her] let [him] go" serves as a poignant summary of the entire experience. It underscores a vital point about the nature of breakups—the idea that emotional closure is often not achieved solely through physical separation. Even as one tries to establish a new reality, the lingering presence of a previous partner can disrupt that process. Shaylen's vivid imagery and relatable lyrics paint a picture of a heart caught between love and loss, capturing the contradictory emotions of longing for closure while facing the haunting echo of what once was. The song conveys a universal struggle, resonating with anyone who has tried to move on from a significant relationship, only to find themselves continually drawn back into its orbit.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been pretty hard for me
Navigating through this emotional turmoil has been quite challenging for me.
Hate the way you ended things
I'm deeply unhappy with how our relationship concluded.
Been going on a couple dates
I've been attempting to move on by going on some new dates.
Didn't go past a couple drinks
These dates haven't progressed beyond casual outings and light-hearted conversations.
Why do I keep hearing from you
I'm confused about why I continue to receive messages from you.
Soon as you hear I'm moving on?
It seems like you only reach out when you learn I'm trying to move forward.
What the hell are you trying to do? Yeah
I'm frustrated and questioning your intentions in this situation.
You let me think 'goodbye' meant
You allowed me to believe that our separation signified the end of our relationship.
You don't want me anymore
You made me feel as though you no longer had any desire to be with me.
You let me think we turned the page
You led me to believe that we had moved on to a new chapter in our lives.
Then your headlights hit my door
Suddenly, you show up unannounced, contradicting what I thought we had agreed upon.
When it's 2 AM, missing me again
Late at night, you begin to reflect on our past and long for my presence once more.
Why you gotta let me know?
I’m perplexed as to why you feel the need to communicate your feelings to me now.
Every time I'm trying to forget you
Whenever I make an effort to erase you from my thoughts and move on, you reappear.
You won't let me let you
Your presence and actions make it difficult for me to truly release you from my life.
Go, oh
The struggle to move past you feels overwhelming.
You won't let me let you
You continue to interfere with my ability to let go.
Go, oh
This emphasizes the frustration of wanting to move on emotionally.
Ain't the one getting downtown drunk
I’m not the one drowning my sorrows in nightlife and partying.
Sending you 'I want you back' songs
I’m not the one reaching out with desperate pleas or romantic gestures to rekindle our relationship.
While I been giving you up
In contrast, I've been actively trying to let go of what we had.
You're the one still holding on
It appears that you are the one who is struggling to move on from our past.
You let me think 'goodbye' meant
You led me to believe that our farewell was definitive.
You don't want me anymore
You created the impression that you had no interest in continuing our relationship.
You let me think we turned the page
You made me feel as though we had both accepted the end of our story.
Then your headlights hit my door
However, your sudden visit indicates otherwise, suggesting confusion.
When it's 2 AM, missing me again
Late at night, you seem to realize your feelings for me have resurfaced.
Why you gotta let me know?
I'm questioning why you choose to reveal your vulnerability to me when I’m trying to heal.
Every time I'm trying to forget you
Whenever I attempt to move on and let go, reminders of you surface.
You won't let me let you
Your actions continually sabotage my efforts to forget you.
Go, oh
This repetition highlights my yearning for closure.
You won't let me let you
You persistently hinder my ability to move past our relationship.
Go, oh
The concluding refrain expresses a deep frustration with being unable to detach.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Shaylen Lee Carroll, Lindsay Rimes, Brett Tyler
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MugaboEmmanuel-u1f
Hard wrote,love from Rwanda
@jessebolt8109
WOW love this. Stay Country Shaylen.
@nickbezdek8456
❤beautiful
@bloxyandrewofficial
My Grandma Actually Knows her!!! we are going to her concert in houston! See ya there!!
@Miraclebaby_17
Shaylen saved me from heartbreaks and breakups and I love this song so much that I would repeat the song all day and she is the female artist in the world and thank you Shaylen for putting this song out for me to heal over heartbreaks and breakups! Love you Shaylen! ❤❤❤
@Albertojedi
Darn, this is the beautiful powerful country that I so much like.
@mooneyalamiri
This sing gives me early 2000’s vibes.. 💙
@MOOB300
i think you do good making a country folk song... best quality of your voice... but you did an amazing piece..
@darrellblank
This song is FIRE 🔥 😍 👌 🎉
@divinegaliatwodifferentwor2248
Just broke up with the guy I thought a heaven sent , I stay for too long, tried to work it out in many ways but nothing beats the call of flesh.. and so he left