The first verse expresses the haunting quality of the emotional turmoil that the speaker constantly faces. They know that the other person is trying, but they can't seem to connect. The chorus emphasizes the fact that the speaker wants to be loved by this person, but their efforts are in vain. The post-chorus serves as a reminder that despite all of the confusion and frustration, the speaker knows that the other person is trying.
The second verse delves into the hurt and confusion that come with unrequited love. The speaker acknowledges that they are trying, but they still can't seem to connect with the other person. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the speaker's desire for a romantic relationship with the other person.
The bridge touches on the emotional toll that unrequited love can take on a person. The speaker recognizes that they are trying to hold onto a relationship that has already been torn apart, and they know that it is time to let go. The chorus is repeated twice more in the outro, reinforcing the idea that the speaker is frustrated with the situation and wishes that things could have been different. The song ultimately captures the sadness and vulnerability that come with unrequited love.
Everything Is Embarrassing
Sky Ferreira Lyrics
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Everything and nothing always haunts me
I know you're trying, I know you're trying
Waiting for your moment to fall on me
I saw you trying, I saw you trying
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Telling me that basically you're not looking out for me
Everything is true to me, never words where you would see
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Maybe if you tried, then I would not bother
(I know you're trying)
(I know you're trying)
Hurts so bad, I don't know what you want from me
You know I'm trying, you know I'm trying
And now we're hanging on by a heartbeat
You know I'm trying, I was always trying
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Maybe if you tried, then I would not bother
Telling me that basically you're not looking out for me
Everything is true to me, never words where you would see
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Maybe if you tried, then I would not bother
I've been hating everything, everything that could have been
Could have been my anything, now everything's embarrassing
Acting like it's nothing, such a bore
I saw the truth and I just can't ignore
You're trying to hold the heart that you once tore, oh
Say I tried to give my best before
You wouldn't have the chance to give me more
You're only one step closer to the door
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Maybe if you tried, then I would not bother
Telling me that basically you're not looking out for me
Everything is true to me, never words where you would see
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Maybe if you tried, then I would not bother
I've been hating everything, everything that could have been
Could have been my anything, now everything's embarrassing
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Maybe if you tried, then I would not bother
Telling me that basically you're not looking out for me
Everything is true to me, never words where you would see
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Maybe if you tried, then I would not bother
I've been hating everything, everything that could have been
Could have been my anything, now everything's embarrassing
The lyrics to Sky Ferreira's "Everything Is Embarrassing" describe the pain of an unrequited love. The singer knows that the person she loves is trying their best, but their efforts to connect seem to fall short, leaving her feeling hurt and embarrassed. She suggests that maybe if this person would try to love her back, things could be different. However, she also acknowledges that even if they did try, it might still not work out, as their words and actions don't always match up. She feels frustrated by the situation and describes it as "everything" being embarrassing.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that maybe if the person she loves would try to be with her, she wouldn't be bothered by their lack of attention or care. Despite her pain, she still holds out hope that they could be together and that everything would be okay if they could make it work.
Overall, "Everything Is Embarrassing" is a poignant and relatable depiction of the struggle to make a connection with someone who doesn't seem interested. It captures the frustration, hurt, and longing that can come with unrequited love, and suggests that sometimes the best thing to do is to simply let go and move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Everything and nothing always haunts me
The constant presence of both good and bad memories plagues me
Waiting for your moment to fall on me
Anticipating the inevitable heartbreak you will cause me
Maybe if you let me be your lover
Perhaps if you allowed me to feel loved by you
Telling me that basically you're not looking out for me
Expressing that you do not have my best interests at heart
Everything is true to me, never words where you would see
My intuition and feelings are valid even though you may not acknowledge them with words
Hurts so bad, I don't know what you want from me
The pain is intense and I am unsure of what you desire from me
And now we're hanging on by a heartbeat
Our relationship is barely surviving
I've been hating everything, everything that could have been
My disappointment in what we could have had is consuming me
Acting like it's nothing, such a bore
Your detachment and lack of emotional investment is tedious and uninteresting
You're trying to hold the heart that you once tore, oh
You are attempting to gain back my trust after hurting me in the past
I saw the truth and I just can't ignore
I have recognized the reality of the situation and cannot deny it
Everything is embarrassing
The current state of our relationship is humiliating and shameful
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY, BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Sky Ferreira, Devonte Hynes, Ariel Zvi Rechtshaid
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@christmemea
damn i miss this 2013 alternative indie Tumblr era lmao
@z_bennet4208
Same :)
@Maplelust
you're a loser then.
@jackh.3052
@@Maplelust lmao true
@supernova-girl
@@Maplelust then what??? You Did not finish your sentence :/
@gabriel_carvalho98
What does lmao mean?
@murderize
This song is very powerful to me. Everything is embarrassing when you try to please other people. The road to self love is long and ridden with pain but what do you prefer: the pain of staying where you are or the pain of growth?
@rioromero4474
THIS
@Thomas-px2lh
Damn 🥲
@Maplelust
beautiful assessment.