Enough
Shelter Lyrics


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I thought you were the one I loved
I thought you were my freedom you were my drug
I thought the more of you the more relief
But when it was supposed to be perfect I just got more grief.

I thought it could only get better
I thought it would last forever
I was chewing the chewed I couldn't taste it
maybe I knew it was nonsense but I couldn't face it.
Well I've had enough it's time to wake up.
Fighting for right while not knowing what's wrong
Trying to change the world with a song.




And all those romantic days, even the best
I realize now led me to more distress.

Overall Meaning

The song "Enough" by Shelter is a powerful exploration of the disappointments that can arise when we invest too much in romance or a relationship. The singer begins by expressing their initial belief that the person they loved was the answer to their problems, the source of their happiness, and the relief they were seeking from life's difficulties. However, as time went on, their relationship proved not to be the perfect cure-all they had hoped for. Instead, they found themselves experiencing more grief and distress because of it.


Through the lyrics of "Enough," the singer comes to the realization that they need to let go of their unrealistic expectations and stop trying to change the world with their romanticized idea of what love should be. In doing so, they can wake up to the reality of their situation and begin to empower themselves to make the right choices for their own wellbeing. The song offers a strong message about the dangers of pinning all our hopes on another person or a relationship and the importance of taking responsibility for our own happiness.


Overall, "Enough" is a stirring commentary on the complexities of modern relationships and the pitfalls of idealizing them. It encourages us to look within ourselves for the answers we seek, rather than placing our faith in someone else. Its lyrics are relatable, thought-provoking, and emotionally resonant, making "Enough" a must-listen for anyone who has ever struggled with the challenges of love and loss.


Line by Line Meaning

I thought you were the one I loved
I believed you were the person I loved the most.


I thought you were my freedom you were my drug
I perceived you as my escape from everything, as well as my addiction.


I thought the more of you the more relief
I was convinced that having more of you would bring me more peace.


But when it was supposed to be perfect I just got more grief
But when we were supposed to be happy together, I only received more pain and suffering.


I thought it could only get better
I was optimistic that things could only improve.


I thought it would last forever
I believed that our relationship would continue for an infinite amount of time.


I was chewing the chewed I couldn't taste it
I was doing the same thing repetitively, and I was no longer able to derive any satisfaction from it.


maybe I knew it was nonsense but I couldn't face it
Perhaps I understood that it was pointless, but I wasn't ready to confront the reality.


Well I've had enough it's time to wake up
Now, I have reached the point of saturation, and it's time to realise the truth about our relationship.


Fighting for right while not knowing what's wrong
In my efforts to do what's right, I don't know what I'm doing wrong.


Trying to change the world with a song
Through my songs, I try to make a positive difference in the world.


And all those romantic days, even the best
All those days we spent in a romantic setting, even the good ones...


I realize now led me to more distress
I now understand that those days caused me more sorrow and pain.




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