RAY LAKOTA (DRUMS)
BILLY BRAULT (BASS, PIANO, KEYBOARDS)
KYLE SMALL (VOCALS)
JOE CHISHOLM (GUITAR)
KEN ROBERT (GUITAR)
Face To Face
Split Shift Lyrics
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Again, memories date back to what you said
I feel so betrayed
One day we'll be face to face
The words you say I realize
My emotions become petrified
The game you play I cannot win
Smiles fade how I feel inside
I want to scream back but all I do is hide
My skin
It bleeds right through my skin
"Face to Face" by Split Shift is a powerful song about the pain and betrayal of a broken relationship. The lyrics convey the singer's intense emotions, as memories of the past come flooding back whenever they see their former partner. The line "Everyday I see your face" sets the tone for the song, with the singer haunted by the presence of their ex. The reference to memories date back to what was said suggest that the relationship ended badly, with harsh words spoken that cannot be taken back. This has left the singer feeling betrayed and hurt, as they struggle to come to terms with what has happened.
Despite the pain, the singer holds onto the hope that one day they will confront their ex-lover face to face. This is a powerful and cathartic moment in the song, as it represents a chance for closure and resolution. The line "One day we'll be face to face" is sung with a sense of determination and defiance, suggesting that the singer is ready to move on from the hurt and pain of the past.
Throughout the song, the lyrics are supported by a powerful, driving melody that perfectly captures the intensity of the emotions being expressed. From the slow, brooding opening to the explosive chorus, the song builds to a powerful climax that leaves a lasting impression on the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyday I see your face
I see you each day without fail
Again, memories date back to what you said
Remembrances of hurtful things you said evoke in my mind
I feel so betrayed
I am hurt and disillusioned by your actions
One day we'll be face to face
We will eventually confront each other in person
The words you say I realize
I understand the meaning of your words
My emotions become petrified
My feelings become frozen and unresponsive
The game you play I cannot win
I am unable to succeed in the manipulative game you are playing
It bleeds, it bleeds right through my skin
The emotional pain I feel is so intense that it physically affects me
Smiles fade how I feel inside
My outward happiness disappears when I confront my inner feelings
I want to scream back but all I do is hide
I wish to express my anger but instead I choose to suppress it
My skin
My physical body
It bleeds right through my skin
The intense emotional pain I feel manifests physically by causing my skin to bleed
Contributed by Liliana B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.