Since You're Gone
The Pretty Reckless(taylor momsen) Lyrics
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Since you hate everything I feel
Since you cheat, since you lie
Since you don't wanna try things I wanna try
Since you been gone
My life has moved along quite nicely actually
Since you're gone, since you're gone
Since you're not what I want
You can take everything I've got
Take the seat, take the drive
If I say I love you, I am a liar
Since you been gone
My life has moved along quite nicely actually
Well, meet my lover Gin and I don't have to pretend
Since you're gone, since you're gone
I've been looking for a new direction, anyway
I've been thinkin' bout my own protection, instead
Now that you're gone my life has moved along
Now that you're gone my life has moved along
Now that you're gone my life has moved along
Now that you're gone
Since you hide, since you steal
Since you hate everything I feel
Since you cheat, since you lie
Since you don't wanna try things I wanna try
Since you been gone
My life has moved along quite nicely actually
Quite nicely actually, quite nicely actually
Quite nicely actually, quite nicely actually
Quite nicely actually, quite nicely, thanks for asking
The song "Since You're Gone" by The Pretty Reckless is a powerful anthem about moving on from a toxic relationship and finding happiness in the aftermath of the breakup. The lyrics describe the singer's anger towards their former partner who was dishonest, unfaithful, and constantly tried to control the singer's life. The repetition of the lines "since you hide, since you steal, since you hate everything I feel" emphasizes the singer's frustration with their ex-partner's behavior.
Despite the initial pain of the breakup, the singer finds solace in the fact that they no longer have to pretend or put on a persona to appease their partner. They have gained more friends and are now able to freely pursue their interests without being held back by their partner's unwillingness to try new things. The repeated refrain "since you're gone, since you're gone" highlights the freedom and liberation that comes with leaving a toxic relationship.
The song also touches on the theme of self-preservation as the singer declares their intent to focus on their own protection and well-being. The final lines of the song, "quite nicely actually, quite nicely, thanks for asking," embody the singer's newfound confidence and happiness in their life without their ex-partner.
Overall, "Since You're Gone" is a powerful and empowering song about moving past a toxic relationship and finding joy in the aftermath of heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Since you hide, since you steal
You conceal your true self and take what doesn't belong to you
Since you hate everything I feel
You despise my emotions and refuse to acknowledge them
Since you cheat, since you lie
You deceive and betray me through dishonest actions
Since you don't wanna try things I wanna try
You lack willingness to explore and engage in new experiences with me
Since you been gone
After you left my life
Got a lot more friends and I don't have to pretend
I gained genuine friends and no longer feel the need to act fake
Well, meet my lover Gin and I don't have to pretend
I introduced my partner Gin to everyone and don't have to put on a facade
Since you're not what I want
You're not the person I desire to be with
You can take everything I've got
You can have all my material possessions
Take the seat, take the drive
Take my car and go wherever you please
If I say I love you, I am a liar
I was never truly in love with you
I've been looking for a new direction, anyway
I've been seeking a fresh path in life regardless of you
I've been thinkin' bout my own protection, instead
I've been prioritizing my own well-being and safety
Now that you're gone my life has moved along
My life has progressed without you in it
Quite nicely actually, quite nicely actually
My life is doing quite well, surprisingly so
Quite nicely actually, quite nicely actually
My life is doing quite well, surprisingly so
Quite nicely actually, quite nicely, thanks for asking
In fact, my life is flourishing without you and I'm doing fine, thank you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BEN PHILLIPS, KATO KHANDWALA, TAYLOR MOMSEN
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