The Middle
Sonic Riviera Lyrics
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Stay or leave, the cabinets are bare and I'm unaware
Of just how we got into this mess, got so aggressive
I know we meant all good intentions
So pull me closer
Why don't you pull me close?
Why don't you come on over?
I can't just let you go
I'm losing my mind just a little
So why don't you just meet me in the middle?
In the middle
Baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle?
I'm losing my mind just a little
So why don't you just meet me in the middle?
In the middle, oh
Take a step back for a minute, into the kitchen
Floors are wet and taps are still running, dishes are broken
How did we get into this mess? Got so aggressive
I know we meant all good intentions
So pull me closer
Why don't you pull me close?
Why don't you come on over?
I can't just let you go, oh
Baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle?
I'm losing my mind just a little
So why don't you just meet me in the middle?
In the middle
Looking at you, I can't lie
Just pouring out admission
Regardless of my objection, oh
And it's not about my pride
I need you on my skin
Just come over, pull me in, just
Oh, baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle?
I'm losing my mind just a little
So why don't you just meet me in the middle?
In the middle, no no
Baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle? Oh Yeah
I'm losing my mind just a little
So why don't you just meet me in the middle? Oh
In the middle
Baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle, baby?
I'm losing my mind just a little
So why don't you just meet me in the middle, middle?
In the middle, middle
The lyrics of Sonic Riviera's song "The Middle" speaks about a relationship that has gone wrong and the need for resolution. The song begins with the singer asking their partner to sit down as they try to assess the situation. The cabinets are bare, and they're unsure of how they got into the mess they're in. The tone of the song is sorrowful, with the singer admitting that things have escalated and that they simply can't let go of their partner.
The singer then takes a step back, this time in the kitchen, where the floors are wet, taps running, and dishes broken. They can't seem to figure out how they've ended up in this aggressive state of their relationship. But instead of giving up, the singer asks their partner to come closer to meet them in the middle. They acknowledge that they're losing their mind a little bit and that they need their partner to resolve the situation.
The song is an emotional plea to save their relationship rather than losing each other. It's a call for working together, a compromise from both sides to meet each other halfway. The chorus repeats the plea, asking their partner to meet them in the middle and to pull them close. The lines "Looking at you, I can't lie, just pouring out admission" shows that the singer has realized that their pride and ego are creating obstacles that need to be overcome.
Overall, the song teaches the value of compromise and communication in a relationship, and it highlights the importance of finding common ground with each other to save the love that they share.
Line by Line Meaning
Take a seat right over there, sat on the stairs
Come and sit with me on the stairs, as we talk about what's happening.
Stay or leave, the cabinets are bare and I'm unaware
You can stay or leave; I'm not exactly sure of the situation and I'm not prepared.
Of just how we got into this mess, got so aggressive
I don't understand how we got to this point, we were both so aggressive.
I know we meant all good intentions
I know that we both had good intentions when we started this relationship or situation.
So pull me closer
I want you to come closer and share this moment with me.
Why don't you pull me close?
I want you to take the initiative and come closer to me, I am inviting you.
Why don't you come on over?
Please come and sit with me or stand near me, I want to talk to you.
I can't just let you go
I can't just let you leave or break up with me, I need you in my life.
Oh baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle?
Please compromise and meet me in the middle of whatever problem we are facing.
I'm losing my mind just a little
This situation is affecting me strongly and causing me stress or anxiety.
Take a step back for a minute, into the kitchen
Let's take a break and step back from the problem for a moment, let's go into the kitchen and clear our minds.
Floors are wet and taps are still running, dishes are broken
There is a mess in the kitchen and it's a symbol of the mess in our relationship or situation.
Looking at you, I can't lie
When I look at you, I can't hide my true feelings or intentions.
Just pouring out admission
I am speaking my truth and revealing my thoughts and feelings.
Regardless of my objection, oh
Despite any objections I may have, I still feel strongly about you.
And it's not about my pride
This is not about my ego, I am being genuine in my emotions towards you.
I need you on my skin
I need to physically feel your presence, your touch.
Just come over, pull me in, just
Please come to me and hold me tight, I need your comfort.
Baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle?
I am asking you once again to compromise with me and meet me halfway.
In the middle, no no
I'm saying this again, please meet me in the middle.
Baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle? Oh Yeah
I am repeating myself because I desperately need you to understand and compromise with me.
In the middle
Please, let's find common ground and meet in the middle of our disagreement.
Baby, why don't you just meet me in the middle, baby?
I am once again asking you to meet me halfway, my love.
I'm losing my mind just a little
I am still feeling very anxious and unsettled about our situation.
So why don't you just meet me in the middle, middle?
Please, can we compromise and find a solution that works for both of us?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Anton Zaslavski, Jordan Johnson, Kyle Mark Trewartha, Michael G. Trewartha, Sarah Paige Aarons, Stefan Adam Johnson, Marcus Durand Lomax
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