Pressure
The 1975 Lyrics


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You've seen so many faces that I've never seen before
I left an unrewarding message telling you to come on
Overdramatic, automatically assume I'll stay the same

'Cause there's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(A change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
(A change in pressure)
We'll bleed the same way
(A change in pressure)
Oh, my broken veins say

Well I stay tuned and listen to the news
And try to fall asleep at night
Because I'm living in a house with just three walls
So I'm always getting recognized

'Cause there's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(A change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
(A change in pressure)
We'll bleed the same way
(A change in pressure)
Oh, my broken veins say

(Change in pressure)
(Change in pressure)
(Change in pressure)
(Change in pressure)

'Cause there's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(A change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
(A change in pressure)
We'll bleed the same way
(A change in pressure)





Oh, my broken veins say

Overall Meaning

The 1975's "Pressure" is a song that explores the changes in a relationship caused by pressure felt by one or both parties. The lyrics suggest that the singer has become used to seeing new faces and meeting new people because of the pressure of fame and success, leading them to contact someone they used to know. However, the message they leave is unrewarding, implying that they may not have taken the time to truly connect with this person. The singer assumes that the other person believes they will not change, but acknowledges that the change in pressure around them will inevitably affect them.


The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "there's a change in pressure," suggesting that this change is significant and impossible to ignore. The singer's "broken veins" suggest that they have been affected by this change, and that they will bleed the same way as others who experience pressure. The final verse suggests that the singer is struggling with their fame and recognition, living in a house with "just three walls" and always being recognized in public. The repetition of the chorus and the use of the phrase "my broken veins say" suggests that the pressure the singer is experiencing is a physical sensation, and that it is affecting them on a deep level.


Overall, "Pressure" is a song about the impact of fame and success on personal relationships, and the feelings of isolation and pressure that can result from it. The lyrics suggest that the singer is struggling to maintain a connection with someone from their past, and that they are aware of the changes happening around them, but unsure of how to handle them.


Line by Line Meaning

You've seen so many faces that I've never seen before
You have experienced so much more than I have, and I feel left behind


I left an unrewarding message telling you to come on
I sent an unfulfilling message asking you to visit me


Overdramatic, automatically assume I'll stay the same
I tend to exaggerate and assume that I will never change


(Change in pressure) We're never gonna lie to you (A change in pressure) My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating (A change in pressure) We'll bleed the same way (A change in pressure) Oh, my broken veins say
There is a shift in the world, but we will always be truthful, even in tough times. We all have struggles and pain, but we are unified through our humanity.


Well I stay tuned and listen to the news And try to fall asleep at night Because I'm living in a house with just three walls So I'm always getting recognized
I stay updated on current events and try to sleep despite my lack of privacy and constant attention.




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: George Bedford Daniel, Matthew Timothy Healy, Ross Stewart MacDonald, Adam Brian Thomas Hann

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@annjanelpenaflor5356

Pressure
By The 1975
You've seen so many faces that I've never seen before
I left an un-rewarding message telling you to come on
Over dramatic, automatically assume I'll stay the same
There's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
(Change in pressure)
"We'll bleed the same way"
(Change in pressure)
Oh, my broken veins say
Well I stay tuned, listen to the news and try to fall asleep at night
Because I'm living in a house with just three walls
So I'm always getting recognized
There's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
(Change in pressure)
"We'll bleed the same way"
(Change in pressure)
Oh, my broken veins say
(Change in pressure)
There's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
(Change in pressure)
"We'll bleed the same way"
(Change in pressure)



@johnsalazar6919

[Verse 1]
You've seen so many faces that I've never seen before
I left an un-rewarding message telling you to come on
Over dramatic, automatically assume I'll stay the same

[Chorus]
There's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
"We'll bleed the same way"
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say

[Verse 2]
Well I stay tuned, listen to the news and try to fall asleep at night
Because I'm living in a house with just three walls
So I'm always getting recognized

[Chorus]
There's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
"We'll bleed the same way"
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say

[Bridge]
Change in pressure
Change in pressure
Change in pressure
Change in pressure

[Chorus]
There's a change in pressure
We're never gonna lie to you
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
"We'll bleed the same way"
(Change in pressure)
My broken veins say

[Outro]
My broken veins say that if my heart stops beating
"We'll bleed the same way"



All comments from YouTube:

@kelseamae7239

The 1975's guitar and beats make me feel so good. It's like it releases something in me that is everything lovely. They are a fucking perfect band.

@sugabb

Literally same

@emmamichellestewart6423

freaking yes. on every level their music is not only a stress reliever but my unexplainable emotions in music. idk if that makes sense. 

@josianneladouceur7861

Emma Michelle Stewart It does, and the album finally came out <3 So amazing

@Tacticalnuke246

I knowww ugh. Its so lovely. It makes me want to love people LOL idk <3 I'm glad you share the same experience. 

@kelseamae7239

Zach Johnson Ahaha! I thought I was the only one who thought it made me feel that way too but turns out I'm not alone ^.^ <3

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@doraaaa0613

these songs will literally never age for me. just as good as day one.

@bendover9663

L3giTxSniPE oh yes

@user-jp9bk1qn9i

Same. At 27yo I go back to highschool every song. < / 3

@jl12375

WORD!!!

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