Shadow
Taylor R. Dean Lyrics

Shadow, you drag me down
The persona feels weighed down by the shadow, which could be interpreted as a metaphor for a problematic relationship or addiction.

But every day I love you more
Despite feeling weighed down, the persona finds themselves loving the shadow more every day, which could suggest they are becoming increasingly dependent on it.

Shadow, you bring me down
The shadow is further described as a negative force that brings the persona down emotionally.

And every day I need you more
Despite acknowledging the negative impact of the shadow, the persona finds themselves needing it more with each passing day.

Than the day before
The persona's dependence on the shadow is growing stronger over time.

Body of a woman, mind of a child
The persona is describing the shadow as someone who appears mature physically, but is mentally immature and inexperienced. This could suggest that the persona seeks to control or manipulate the shadow due to their vulnerability.

Shadow, you sure do drive me wild
Despite recognizing the shadow's vulnerabilities, the persona is still deeply attracted to them and possibly even aroused.

You're only 14 years old
The persona reveals that the shadow is a minor, which adds a disturbing layer to the previous line's implications of arousal.

Shadow, it's in your touch
The shadow's touch is described as having an unknown quality that the persona finds enticing but cannot fully understand or pinpoint.

All those things that I just don't know
Despite being drawn to the shadow's touch, the persona is aware that there are many things they do not understand about the shadow and what they want.

Shadow, you mean so much
The persona emphasizes their emotional attachment to the shadow despite their confusion about what exactly they mean to each other.

I never thought I had so far to go
The persona is surprised by how deeply involved they've become with the shadow and how much they still have to explore and learn about each other.

I need you so
The persona reaffirms their dependence on the shadow despite acknowledging the negative impact it has on them.

Hair dark, black as coal
The persona shares a physical description of the shadow, emphasizing their dark and possibly dangerous qualities.

Eyes that look into your soul
The persona finds the shadow's gaze penetrating and perhaps unsettling, further emphasizing their mysterious and unpredictable nature.

Touch that makes you lose control
The shadow's touch is once again emphasized as having a powerful and dangerous effect on the persona, suggesting that they are being swept away by their attraction and dependency.

Shadow she's gonna stay
The shadow is described as being a permanent fixture in the persona's life, adding an ominous tone to the song.

Won't go away
The persona seems resigned to their dependence on the shadow, while also suggesting that it may be difficult or impossible to break away from.

Yeah every day I need you more
The song closes with a repetition of the line from earlier, further emphasizing the persona's growing dependence on the shadow.