Silhouette
Sofía Valdés Lyrics
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Sure I save myself first before it gets any worse
So beautiful, temptation cost her
I say what I mean don't want to be seen weak
Hide a truth behind a screen
Should I stay or should I leave it?
The closest that I′ll get is to your silhouette
The closest that I′ll get is to your silhouette
The closest that I'll get
Picked up a fight ′cause I needed your eyes
Always so hard to speak when I'm trying to come clean
You′re just a friend maybe we could pretend
Wished you'd lie to face just lie to my face
Hide the truth behind a screen
Should I stay or should I leave it?
I know the closest that I′ll get is to your silhouette
The closest that I'll get is to your silhouette
The closest that I'll get is to your silhouette
The closest that I′ll get
And whatever happens, happens
Should I let him know?
Should I keep it quiet?
Should I let him know?
Should I let him go?
Closest that I′ll get is to his silhouette
The closest that I'll get is to your silhouette
The closest that I′ll get is to your silhouette
The closest that I'll get
In Sofía Valdés's song "Silhouette," the lyrics touch on themes of vulnerability, honesty, and the difficulties of navigating complex relationships. The singer grapples with the tension between their desire for connection and the fear of being hurt or exposed. The line "I say what I mean don't want to be seen weak" reflects this struggle, as the singer feels the need to maintain a façade of strength even as they confront their own insecurities. The repetition of the phrase "Hide a truth behind a screen" underscores the idea that honesty can be hard to come by, and that it's often easier to hide behind a façade, especially in the age of social media.
The chorus of the song highlights the paradox of feeling close to someone, yet still being unable to fully connect with them: "I know the closest that I'll get is to your silhouette." The use of the term "silhouette" suggests a kind of shadowy, incomplete connection, as if the singer can only see the outline of the other person without fully understanding or knowing them. The bridge of the song introduces a new character, "him," and raises questions about whether to reveal one's feelings or keep them hidden. The final repetition of the chorus shifts the focus from "your silhouette" to "his silhouette," suggesting that the singer's thoughts and emotions have shifted.
Overall, "Silhouette" is a deeply introspective and emotionally complex song that explores the ways in which we protect ourselves from vulnerability and the difficulties of forging real connections with other people.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll always say, "Don't, don't really care"
I may deny caring, but I'll always prioritize my own well-being
Sure I save myself first before it gets any worse
I make sure to protect myself before any situation worsens
So beautiful, temptation cost her
Even though beauty attracts, giving in to temptations comes with a cost
I say what I mean don't want to be seen weak
I am honest about my feelings and opinions and do not want to be perceived as weak
Hide a truth behind a screen
Conceal the truth behind a digital barrier
Should I stay or should I leave it?
I am unsure if I should continue a certain situation or not
I know the closest that I'll get is to your silhouette
Even though I may want more, the closest I'll get to you is just seeing your physical outline
Picked up a fight 'cause I needed your eyes
I created conflict because I craved attention from you
Always so hard to speak when I'm trying to come clean
It is difficult for me to be honest when I am confessing the truth
You're just a friend maybe we could pretend
Although we are only friends, maybe we can pretend to be more
Wished you'd lie to face just lie to my face
I wanted you to tell me lies to spare my feelings
Should I let him know?
I am contemplating whether or not I should reveal something to him
Should I keep it quiet?
I am considering whether or not I should keep something to myself
Should I let him go?
I am wondering if I should end a certain relationship
Closest that I'll get is to his silhouette
Although I may desire more, the closest I'll get to him is just seeing his physical outline
Writer(s): Sofia Valdes
Contributed by Ethan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
OrangeJuicx
Do we agree that Sofia is so talented, right? Love your all of your music <3
José Cedeño
Sofía y su música son de los pocos artistas que me hacen sentir orgulloso de Panamá y del talento qué hay! Fuerte abrazo y muchos éxitos en tu carrera ¡eres grande!
Astrid1
Me encanta, el detalle del tembleque fue sublime, y el sentimiento que bello.
Katrina Lay
Senti lo mismo al verlo...
Johanick Amaya
Me sentí igual
Lissette Malca
Cada canción es una delicia escucharla totalmente relajante. FELICIDADES Sofia
Gerimmark Nikole Alvarado Pacheco
Me encanta que resaltes nuestra bella cultura! Ese toque del temble fue hermoso al inició. A mi abuela le encanta tu voz. Saludos y muchísimos éxitos!
Eric Aguirre
Hermosa voz y composición. Se escuchan ecos de Norah Jones, Billie Eilish y Hope Sandoval.
Zachary Hayes
Otra joya de Ventura. No puedo esperar más por nueva música 🤩🤩
Joseph Gabs
Usenme como botón de: necesitamos vídeo de "Gems"