The Fall
The Broken View Lyrics

I see myself
The singer is introspecting and reflecting on their own actions and emotions

Colliding into doubt
The singer is experiencing inner conflict and uncertainty about their choices

And only time will tell
The singer is aware that the outcome of their actions is yet to be determined

If I have what it takes to make this one count
The artist questions their own ability to successfully navigate the situation they are in

So how can I just look you in your eyes and tell a lie?
The artist is struggling with the moral implications of their actions and the deception they may need to employ

After all there's nothing left to hide
The singer acknowledges that the truth is out and there is no point in hiding their feelings or situation

But fear can only measure how hard you break
The singer recognizes that fear can make or break a situation and has a powerful impact on their emotions and resolve

It's a give and take
The artist is aware that life involves a balance of giving and taking, and that this is part of the struggle they are facing

So make up your mind
The artist is urging the other person to make a decision or take action

Cause I don't want to hurt you anymore
The artist cares about the other person's feelings and wants to avoid causing them more pain

I think I've fallen harder than ever before
The singer is admitting that they have strong feelings for the other person and are struggling to control them

And if I can't have you then I can have myself to blame
The artist takes responsibility for the outcome of the situation and recognizes that their actions have consequences

Because I know we'll never be the same
The singer realizes that the situation has changed their relationship irreparably

If only I could hold you for one more night
The singer desires physical and emotional comfort from the other person

Just know that I would for those few seconds it feels like you are mine
The singer acknowledges that their hold on the other person is fleeting and temporary

And still I try my best
The artist is making an effort to do what they believe is right, despite the difficulties they face

Oh just to face the fact that I can never take a back a god damn thing
The artist regrets their past actions and recognizes that they cannot change them

But you got to stay proud of the life you live
The singer encourages the other person to be proud of their own choices and decisions

When you've really nothing left to give
The singer acknowledges the emotional exhaustion the other person may be experiencing

A fixed image cannot erase
The artist is cautioning against relying on preconceived notions and stereotypes

All the love that you've misplaced
The artist acknowledges that the other person may have made mistakes in the past, but this does not negate their capacity to love

And all along the fault was my own
The artist realizes that they are responsible for the situation they are in

There's not a second of a memory that I don't recall
The singer remembers and dwells on their past actions and choices

Even if you've lost your faith in me
The artist acknowledges that the other person may have lost trust in them, but they still care about them

Promise to never lose your faith in the life you seek
The singer encourages the other person to have hope and faith in their own life goals and aspirations

Cause I don't want to hurt you anymore
The singer repeats their concern for the other person's feelings

I think I've fallen harder than ever before
The singer reiterates the intensity of their feelings

And if I can't have you then I can have myself to blame
The artist repeats their acknowledgement of personal responsibility

Because I know we'll never be the same
The artist repeats their realization that the situation has changed their relationship

If only I could hold you for one more night
The singer repeats their wish for comfort and companionship

Just know that I would for those few seconds it feels like you are mine
The singer repeats their recognition of the fleeting nature of their hold on the other person