Emotional Dumping Ground
The Dead Presidents Lyrics
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The lyrics of "Emotional Dumping Ground" by The Dead Presidents portray a relationship in which one person feels used and discarded by their partner. The song starts with the singer being told that they don't seem like the type to sing these kinds of songs, but the singer is invited home by their partner who finds comfort in their presence. However, after they engage in physical intimacy, the partner leaves, repeating a cycle of temporary emotional connection followed by abandonment.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's feelings of being used as an emotional dumping ground, suggesting that they are the one who listens and supports their partner while receiving little in return. The lyrics express the singer's frustration and sadness, as they realize they may have discovered their feelings too late and feel isolated because nobody can relate to their pain. They feel ignored and unimportant, as their tears are likened to flowing wine that nobody cares about.
The second verse describes the singer's conflicting emotions. They express their jadedness and weariness of being persuaded by empty promises, yet also admit their attraction to their partner's physicality and the vulnerability that ensues from it. The singer acknowledges their vulnerability and inability to resist falling for lovers who break them down and leave them feeling empty. The repeated statement of being an emotional dumping ground reinforces their sense of being used and discarded.
In the final verse, the singer questions why their partner made promises of forever if they didn't believe in them. They feel hurt and abandoned, as their partner left them when they needed them the most. The lyrics suggest that if their partner truly loved them, they would still be there.
Overall, "Emotional Dumping Ground" explores themes of love, betrayal, vulnerability, and the feeling of being used and discarded in a relationship. It highlights the singer's emotional pain and longing for a deeper connection.
Line by Line Meaning
She said You don't look like the guy who'd be singing these songs
She expressed surprise that the person doesn't fit the stereotype of someone who would sing these particular songs.
But come home with me and baby I'd sing along
But if you come with me, I'll join you in singing these songs.
I've got plenty of friends who would think you were cute
I have many friends who would find you attractive.
But right now I'm the one needing you
But at this moment, I'm the one who needs you.
So we fuck, we make love, and we kiss, and we trust, and you leave me
So we engage in physical intimacy, share deep emotional connection, and build trust, but then you abandon me.
You leave me
You abandon me.
Did I find myself just too damn late
Did I discover myself or my feelings too late?
When nobody can ever relate
When nobody can truly understand or empathize with me.
The tears that I cry just flow like wine
My tears flow abundantly like wine.
But nobody gives a single fuck this time
But this time, nobody cares or shows any concern.
Emotional dumping ground
Feeling overwhelmed with emotions and being treated as a place where someone can dump their emotions.
I'm just your emotional dumping ground
I'm merely a receptacle for all your emotional baggage.
I didn't say I hate it, I didn't say I want it
I didn't express my dislike or desire for this situation.
I guess I'm kinda jaded, so sick of being persuaded
I suppose I've become cynical and tired of being convinced or manipulated.
But you're a damn good lover, and I'm just a sucker
But you are an excellent romantic partner, and I'm easily influenced.
For doe eyes and whiskey, they dance up and they kiss me
For innocent-looking eyes and alcohol, they seduce and passionately kiss me.
Cause you're another lover breakin me down
Because you're just another lover who is causing my emotional breakdown.
Lifting me up and shakin me out
Temporarily uplifting me and then completely disorienting me.
Taking my change, you empty me out, okay
Taking advantage of my vulnerability, you strip me of everything I have, and I reluctantly accept it.
And I'm a sycophant for lovers who dance
And I foolishly fawn over lovers who engage in seductive dances.
I see right through you taking a chance
I see your true intentions as you take a risk.
I know it's all to get in my pants, oh well
I know it's all just to have a sexual encounter with me, and unfortunately, I accept it.
Why'd you say forever if you didn't believe
Why did you promise eternity if you didn't truly mean it?
You left me high and dry when I'm down on my knees
You abandoned me when I needed support the most.
You said you'd always love me and you'll always be near
You claimed you would always love me and remain close.
But if you really loved me, babe, you'd still be here
But if you genuinely loved me, you would still be by my side.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Alex Nerney, Dale McManus
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