Digging A Hole
Suede Lyrics


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I've drunk too much, to belong to you
Feel so much older but I'm only 22
She said she was an artist when I met her on the street
She sleeps right through the afternoon and throws up on the sheets
She took me to a hotel where she watched the evenings end
And cried into her coffee swearing she was on the mend
Two tortured souls
Digging a hole when we need to climb
I wish I had your heart instead of mine
I took a night bus down to the park
I climbed over the gate and then I ran into the dark
He said he was an artist on his bench under a tree
He said he liked to see the stars but not on nights like these
Two tortured souls
Digging a hole when we need to climb
I wish I had your heart instead of mine
I've drunk too much to belong to you
I looked to all the people to help me make it through
And everyone's an artist and they've all got things to say
They know the words to say it all but just not what say
Just as night follows day
Everything alive falls into decay




That's why I wish I had your heart instead of mine
Yes I wish I had your heart instead of mine

Overall Meaning

The song "Digging a Hole" by Suede features a somber tone with its lyrics providing an introspective look into the life of someone who is struggling to connect with others. The lyrics suggest that the singer has lost control of their life and their self-destructive behavior is taking its toll. The line "I've drunk too much, to belong to you" implies that the singer has turned to alcohol as a means of coping with their life's challenges. They also express the desire to have someone else's heart, perhaps someone who is more resilient and stable.


The song highlights the struggle to find meaning and hope in life amidst all the chaos and difficulties. It reflects the inner turmoil of someone who is seeking answers and solace but cannot find it. The character they meet on the street is also struggling, and they both end up "digging a hole when we need to climb." This metaphor is a powerful reminder that sometimes we get stuck in our negative patterns and we need to break free to move forward.


The song is a powerful commentary on modern youth culture that highlights the pressures of conformity and the struggle for self-expression. It speaks to the universal human experiences of loss, isolation, and vulnerability. The lyrics are relatable and thought-provoking, and the melody is hauntingly beautiful.


Line by Line Meaning

I've drunk too much, to belong to you
I have consumed excessive amounts of alcohol and I can no longer be a part of your life


Feel so much older but I'm only 22
Despite my young age, I feel much more mature than my peers


She said she was an artist when I met her on the street
When I first encountered her, she claimed to be a creative individual


She sleeps right through the afternoon and throws up on the sheets
She spends the day sleeping and frequently vomits on her bedding


She took me to a hotel where she watched the evenings end
She brought me to a hotel where we witnessed the conclusion of the day


And cried into her coffee swearing she was on the mend
She wept into her coffee while insisting that she was in the process of recovering from something


Two tortured souls
Both of us are deeply suffering emotionally


Digging a hole when we need to climb
We are not taking the appropriate steps to move forward in our lives


I wish I had your heart instead of mine
I desire to possess your emotional resilience instead of my own


I took a night bus down to the park
I boarded a bus destined for the park during nightfall


I climbed over the gate and then I ran into the dark
I scaled the fence and then sprinted into the darkness


He said he was an artist on his bench under a tree
While sitting on his bench under a tree, he stated that he was a creative individual


He said he liked to see the stars but not on nights like these
He claimed that he enjoys viewing the stars, but not on evenings with specific characteristics


I looked to all the people to help me make it through
I sought assistance from others to survive my struggles


And everyone's an artist and they've all got things to say
Everyone considers themselves to be a creative individual and possesses their own opinions


They know the words to say it all but just not what say
Although they possess substantial knowledge, they are unsure of how to articulate their thoughts


Just as night follows day
As surely as day transitions into night


Everything alive falls into decay
Every living thing will eventually experience the deterioration of their physical state


That's why I wish I had your heart instead of mine
I desire to have your capacity to endure the inevitable decline of all living things




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@drscranchez8721

I've drunk too much, to belong to you
feel so much older, but I'm only 22
she said she was an artist when I met her on the street
she sleeps right through the afternoon and throws up on the sheet
she took me to a hotel where she watched the evenings end
cried into her coffee swearing she was on a mend

two tortured souls digging a hole, when we need to cry
I wish I had your heart instead of mine, instead of mine

I took a nightbus down to the park
I climbed over the gate and then I ran into the dark
he said he was an artist on his bench under a tree
he said he liked to see the stars but not on nights like these

two tortured souls digging a hole, when we need to cry
I wish I had your heart instead of mine, instead of mine

I've drunk too much to belong to you
I look up all the people to help me make it through
everyone is an artist, and they've all got things to say
they know the words to say it all, but just not what to say

just as night follows day, everything alive falls into decay
that's why I wish I had your heart, instead of mine
yes, I wish I had your heart instead of mine



All comments from YouTube:

@barrijillzahn444

Haunting lovely song- His voice caresses each word like a soft summer breeze- Just A gorgeous mix of Melancholy and wistful desire

@adalbertobelgardo6708

I remember actually being twenty-two (but feeling so much older) the first time I heard this song.

@carls7860

Me too..

@blobcity3591

@Carl S me too

@hyesungc

This song is SO GREAAAT! Lyrics are so beautiful. one of my top suede songs, really.

@BattyTrish

Need to hear this live!

@sadysady65

wow - that is really nice. love his voice. he should have done more

@chringo

Beautiful! Love the mood of this song.

@hyesungc

to me it's one of the best suede songs. they should have put this in sci fi and remastered albums.

@alehermida9254

Oh NEIL <3

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