How Many Ways
The Shadowboxers Lyrics
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But you made me wait 'til the early morning
You burned that bridge
I'm doing what I can to try and handle this
Made me say, "That was your last warning"
You know I really mean it, when I mean it
Look around, look around
Bags on the ground, on the ground
How many ways have I said goodbye
Then turned around let you back inside?
How many times tried to change my mind?
I gave you a chance, and you blew it
How many ways have you made me cry
Then turn around, and you dry my eye?
Swearing to God this is your last time
I gave you a chance, and you blew it
No one more chance, baby
No final dance, baby
Yeah, I'd count the ways
You tried to make me cave
And use your lyin' ways
To point me in the wrong direction
But I'm not falling for it this time
I'm not waiting 'til the next time
It won't work if it's a sometimes
I need it all or nothin', uh
How many ways have I said goodbye
Then turned around let you back inside?
How many times tried to change my mind
I gave you a chance, and you blew it
How many ways have you made me cry
Then turn around, and you dry my eye?
Swearing to God this is your last time
I gave you a chance, and you blew it
No one more chance, baby
No final dance, baby
You know I really mean it, when I mean it
I need to make a point so you can feel it
Do you feel it?
How many ways, baby?
How many ways, baby?
How many ways have I said goodbye
Then turned around let you back inside?
How many times tried to change my mind?
I gave you a chance, and you blew it
How many ways have you made me cry
Then turn around, and you dry my eye?
Swearing to God this is your last time
I gave you a chance, and you blew it
No one more chance, baby (How many ways, baby?)
No final dance, baby (How many ways, baby?)
No one more chance, baby (How many ways, baby?)
No final dance, baby
The Shadowboxers' "How Many Ways" is a song about a toxic relationship and the pain that comes with trying to move on from it. The lyrics describe how the singer has repeatedly given their partner chances, only to be let down every time. The opening lines set the scene of staying up on a Saturday night waiting for their partner, who only shows up in the early morning, burning the bridge between them. Despite this, the singer tries to handle the situation and gives their partner one last warning before calling it quits.
The chorus asks "How many ways have I said goodbye, then turned around let you back inside?" This shows how the singer has tried to walk away from the relationship but has been too forgiving in the past. The second verse continues this sentiment, describing how their partner has made them cry multiple times but has also been the one to dry their eyes. This back-and-forth has caused the singer to swear that this is the last chance they will give to their partner.
Overall, "How Many Ways" is a powerful song about the turmoil of a tumultuous relationship, where both parties keep giving each other chances that ultimately lead to heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Stay up late on a Saturday
We stayed up late on a Saturday night.
But you made me wait 'til the early morning
You made me wait until the early morning.
You burned that bridge
You destroyed our relationship and trust.
I'm doing what I can to try and handle this
I'm doing my best to cope with the situation.
Made me say, "That was your last warning"
You pushed me to warn you for the last time.
You know I really mean it, when I mean it
Believe me when I say that I truly mean it.
Look around, look around
Take a good look at your surroundings.
I need to make a point so you can feel it
I need to express myself clearly so you understand.
Bags on the ground, on the ground
Luggage or belongings scattered on the floor.
How many ways have I said goodbye
I've said goodbye numerous times in different ways.
Then turned around let you back inside?
Then you manipulated your way back into my life?
How many times tried to change my mind?
You've tried to convince me to change my mind multiple times.
I gave you a chance, and you blew it
I gave you the opportunity to make things right and you messed up.
How many ways have you made me cry
You've made me cry in various ways.
Then turn around, and you dry my eye?
Then you comfort me and wipe away my tears?
Swearing to God this is your last time
You're making a solemn oath to end your bad behavior.
No one more chance, baby
I won't give you another opportunity.
No final dance, baby
No last chance to make amends.
Yeah, I'd count the ways
I can list all the ways you've tried to deceive me.
You tried to make me cave
You attempted to break me down or make me give in.
And use your lyin' ways
You used your dishonest behavior.
To point me in the wrong direction
To guide me towards the incorrect path.
But I'm not falling for it this time
I won't be tricked again.
I'm not waiting 'til the next time
I won't postpone this discussion or confrontation.
It won't work if it's a sometimes
This relationship won't function with inconsistency.
I need it all or nothin', uh
I require a full commitment or nothing at all.
You know I really mean it, when I mean it
I genuinely mean what I say.
I need to make a point so you can feel it
I must emphasize my message for you to comprehend.
Do you feel it?
Do you understand the gravity of the situation?
No one more chance, baby
There will be no extra chances.
No final dance, baby
There won't be a last chance to make up or mend things.
Writer(s): Scott Schwartz, Rob Persaud
Contributed by Alexander E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Came across this track on IG by way of an ad. 🔥🔥🔥
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me toooo
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found y’all thru an instagram ad, one of the few ads that im happy to see
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Insta ads got good taste
@nisthajaggi5337
Missed the premiere, but I absolutely love this song! can't believe these guys aren't big yet!
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Wow just wow 🙌