Sacrifice
The Weeknd & Swedish House Mafia Lyrics

I was born in a city
I come from a city that never sleeps.

Where the winter nights don't ever sleep
The city is always awake even during winter nights.

So this life's always with me
The city's energy and lifestyle has become a part of me.

The ice inside my veins will never bleed
The tough environment and experiences I faced hardened me so I won't break easily.

Every time you try to fix me
Despite my flaws, you still try to help me change.

I know you'll never find that missing piece
But I don't believe you can truly fix me because I know there's a part of me that can't change.

When you cry and say you miss me
Even when you express your feelings of longing, I still won't give you the satisfaction of coming back.

I lie and tell you that I'll never leave
I make promises to convince you to stay, even when I know I'll eventually leave.

I sacrificed (sacrificed)
I gave up something important to me.

Your love for more of the night (of the night)
I gave up your love for the thrill of the night and the lifestyle that comes with it.

I try to put up a fight (up a fight)
I tried to resist your love and influence, but I couldn't hold on forever.

Can't tie me down (down)
I won't let anyone control or change me.

I don't wanna sacrifice
I don't want to give up anything for anyone.

For your love, I try
But I will still attempt to pursue love despite my fear of losing my freedom.

But I love my time
Ultimately, I prioritize and value my own time and lifestyle above anything else.

I hold you through the toughest parts
I am there to support and comfort you in your most challenging moments.

When you feel like it's the end
I will be there for you even when you feel like giving up.

Cause life is still worth living
I believe in the value of life and will encourage you to keep going.

I can break you down and pick you up
I have the power to both hurt and heal you emotionally.

And fuck like we are friends (oh)
We have a casual and physical relationship that lacks emotional commitment.

But don't be catchin' feelings
I warn you not to develop romantic feelings for me because I won't reciprocate.

Don't be out here catchin' feelings 'cause
I repeat this warning to emphasize my unwillingness to be emotionally involved with you.

Oh, baby
Affectionate nickname.

I hope you know that I, I tried
I want you to understand that I put effort into our relationship.

I hope you know I love my time (hey)
But my love for my own lifestyle and freedom will always come first.