I Remember
Shiloh Lyrics


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Waking up from the shock, still dying from the night before
So mad I can't speak, but I keep coming back for more
Did you see me there (looking back at you), did you even care?

All the things you said to me, every lie that I believed
I can't erase the memory, I remember
Cut so deep I can't forget, loving you is my regret
I thought that I was over it, but I remember (I remember)

I wanna shut it all out, I wish that this was all a dream (a distant memory)
I try so hard to forget but it keeps coming back to me (it's coming back to me)
I should leave I know (but I keep looking back) but I can't let go

All the things you said to me, every lie that I believed

I can't erase the memory, I remember
Cut so deep I can't forget, loving you is my regret
I thought that I was over it, but I remember (I remember)

I should've known you'd take it all away, shoulda known you'd break my heart again
I should just forget it all but I remember

All the things you said to me, every lie that I believed
I can't erase the memory, I remember




Cut so deep I can't forget, loving you is my regret
I thought that I was over it, but I remember (I remember)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Shiloh's song "I Remember" are reflective of a very common human experience—of wanting to move on from a painful and toxic situation, but being unable to due to the memories that keep coming back to haunt us. The song talks about waking up the next morning after a night of trauma or pain, feeling angry and full of regret, but despite that, still unable to let go. The singer questions whether the person responsible for their pain even saw what they went through, or whether they even cared.


The singer then goes on to talk about the lies they were told, the things they believed, and the hurt that they still feel. They want to forget but find it impossible to do so. They have come to realize that loving the person who caused them so much pain is something they deeply regret, but the memories are so deep that they can't just forget them. The chorus resounds with the sentiment that the hurt cut so deep that the memory is indelible, and no amount of trying can erase it. The singer feels foolish for not knowing that they were going to get hurt all over again, that they should have seen it coming. Yet, despite the pain, they still can't seem to let go.


Overall, the song talks about the pain of being in a toxic relationship, the struggle of trying to forget and move on, and the paralyzing effect of the lingering emotions and memories.


Line by Line Meaning

Waking up from the shock, still dying from the night before
After a traumatic experience, I'm still reeling and struggling to cope


So mad I can't speak, but I keep coming back for more
Despite my anger, I can't resist the pull of this toxic relationship


Did you see me there (looking back at you), did you even care?
I wonder if you noticed my pain and suffering, or if it meant nothing to you


All the things you said to me, every lie that I believed
You deceived me with your false words and promises, and I fell for it


I can't erase the memory, I remember
The pain and hurt you caused me is unforgettable and still haunts me


Cut so deep I can't forget, loving you is my regret
The wounds you inflicted are so deep that I can't move on, and I regret ever loving you


I thought that I was over it, but I remember (I remember)
I thought I had moved on from you, but the memories and emotions still linger


I wanna shut it all out, I wish that this was all a dream (a distant memory)
I wish I could just forget everything that happened and make it feel like it was just a bad dream


I try so hard to forget but it keeps coming back to me (it's coming back to me)
I make an effort to move on, but the memories keep resurfacing and haunting me


I should leave I know (but I keep looking back) but I can't let go
I know I should walk away from this toxic relationship, but I can't stop myself from looking back and hoping for something better


I should've known you'd take it all away, shoulda known you'd break my heart again
I should have seen the signs and known that you were only going to hurt me again


I should just forget it all but I remember
I know I should let go and move on, but the memories and emotions are too strong to forget




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Comments from YouTube:

Chris

One of my fave songs even 10 years later... the lyrics hit so different with the recent happenings :(

Angie

This song is my favorite of hers. Such a powerful voice. I'd love to hear more songs like this by her, but her style is completely different now.

Blue Lavender

Such a passion into her songs! She is amazing! Her voice must be heard, heard, HEARD! ♥️

Ninja Stance Gaming

The vocal at 2:28 just always gets me in tears so damn beautiful

madeasnexttopmodel

This song makes me cry! This is such a good song and sends out a powerful message! I love this!!!

AutumnGracy

I love the emotion in this song! I'm writing books and this fits my main character so well, it's awesome!

TheTrueLoyal

I love this song. and i can relate to it. shiloh is so talented.! great job Shiloh. Love your CD! <3

zo zo

2009 I was obsessed with this song, I would put it on repeat
2022, I'm trying not to cry listening to it, haven't heard this song in a phat minute!

Keb Cludoe

Shiloh has and amazing voice, I have never heard a voice more beautiful and pure voice ever <3

Kristy W

Shiloh is so awesome. She gives back to everyone both in charitable and musical ways. This song is so meaningful, it's like she was in a relationship so hurtful. She probably wasn't even in one but still could relate. LIKE IF YOU AGREE!

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