Back Porch
Sister Hazel Lyrics


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I had to walk away
Down the road just to clear my head
On another fun filled day
Of doin' fine, but you're back instead

Now I'm no the only one
Who saw you for just what you were
You pushed me, and I'd keep tryin'
I'd leave you, but you'd start cryin'
But you won't fool me
I'm smarter than that, yeah

You were the one
Who taught me what I don't need
And I thank you
I thank you for that
You were the one
Who brought me to my senses
And I thank you
Now just leave me alone
(Yeah, just leave me alone)

I had to drive away
Far away 'til you could not find me
And it was a beautiful day
Liberated and you're far behind me

What you did I'll never mention, no, no, no
Where you were, I don't want to know
I don't want to know, yeah
But you won't fool me
I'm smarter than that, yeah





What you did I'll never mention

Overall Meaning

In Sister Hazel's song "Back Porch," the singer expresses his frustration and weariness with a toxic relationship. The opening lines find the singer taking physical distance from his partner, recognizing that he needs space to clear his head. He describes his partner's presence as a burden, interrupting an otherwise enjoyable day. Despite her efforts to keep him around, he has finally come to see her for who she is, acknowledging that he is not the only one to have done so. The singer is grateful for the lessons learned from the toxic relationship, acknowledging that it taught him what he does not need and brought him to his senses.


The chorus of the song repeats the gratitude expressed in the verse, thanking the partner for the clarity that she ultimately provided. The singer asserts a newfound confidence, recognizing that his intelligence and intuition will prevent him from being fooled again. He drives away from the partner, reflecting on the beauty of his newfound liberation. While he acknowledges that although there is much he does not know about her, he does not seek to know, and just wants her to leave him alone.


The lyrics to "Back Porch" are relatable to many individuals who have experienced toxic relationships. It's a song that encapsulates the feelings of frustration, weariness, and eventual liberation that come with finally being able to walk away from a bad partnership. The song recognizes the lessons learned from such relationships and uses them to let the listener know that they will not be fooled again.


Line by Line Meaning

I had to walk away
I need to remove myself from this situation and take a break.


Down the road just to clear my head
I need some distance to think and gain clarity.


On another fun filled day
Continuing with regular activities.


Of doin' fine, but you're back instead
I don't need this distraction, I was doing well without you.


Now I'm not the only one who saw you for just what you were
Others are beginning to notice your true nature.


You pushed me, and I'd keep tryin'
I kept making an effort despite your actions.


I'd leave you, but you'd start cryin'
Whenever I tried to leave, you would manipulate me.


But you won't fool me, I'm smarter than that, yeah
I am not easily manipulated, I know the truth.


You were the one who taught me what I don't need
You showed me what I am better off without.


And I thank you, I thank you for that
I am grateful for the lessons you taught me.


You were the one who brought me to my senses
Your behavior helped me realize the truth.


And I thank you, now just leave me alone
I have learned what I need to, and I no longer need you in my life.


I had to drive away
In order to fully disconnect, I needed to leave.


Far away 'til you could not find me
You can no longer control or manipulate me.


And it was a beautiful day, liberated and you're far behind me
I am free from your hold on me and it feels wonderful.


What you did I'll never mention, no no no
I refuse to dwell on the past and what you have done.


Where you were, I don't want to know
I am moving forward and do not care about your current whereabouts.


But you won't fool me, I'm smarter than that, yeah
I am not easily manipulated and will not let you back into my life.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: ANDREW COPELAND, JEFF BERES, KEN BLOCK, MARK E. TROJANOWSKI, RYAN CARTER NEWELL

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