Back for More
Thomas Nicholas Band Lyrics


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We been on the phone
cll day it sucks
I just called to beg
Can we make up
But you wonder if
I'm not enough
put me down down down
I'm afraid to speak
I think too much
I won't tell you off
my mouth is shut
I'm a perfect mess
cnd you're the drug

I'm addicted to your lack of love

Don't say your sorry
I love this game
We go out all night
Then we fight all day
I swear that I'm leaving
But always stay
I keep coming back
I keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more
You can tell your friends
That I'm to blame
We can both pretend
We feel the same
You're a prison cell
I can't escape

I'm addicted to your lack of love

Don't say your sorry
I love this game
We go out all night
Then we fight all day
I swear that I'm leaving
But always stay
I keep coming back
I keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more

Don't say your sorry
I love this game
We go out all night
Then we fight all day
I swear that I'm leaving
But always stay
I keep coming back
I keep coming back for more

Don't say your sorry
I love this game
We go out all night
Then we fight all day
I swear that I'm leaving
But always stay
I keep coming back
I keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more

keep coming back
keep coming back
keep coming back for more

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Back For More" by the Thomas Nicholas Band encapsulate the tumultuous nature of a love that is both addictive and destructive. In the opening lines, the singer expresses frustration over the emotional pain caused by a disconnection in the relationship, suggesting that their ongoing phone conversations are far from nourishing or fulfilling. The act of "begging" for reconciliation indicates vulnerability and the desire to mend what has been fractured. However, there is an underlying theme of insecurity, as the singer grapples with the feeling of inadequacy, contemplating whether they are "enough" for their partner. This self-doubt evokes a sense of helplessness, symbolized by the repetition of "down," which could denote both falling in love and experiencing emotional distress.


As the song progresses, a deeper introspection emerges about communication and the singer's emotional state. The fear of speaking out and the internal monologue of overthinking highlight a struggle with expressing genuine feelings, revealing the complexities of turmoil in a romantic relationship. The phrase "I'm a perfect mess and you're the drug" illustrates the paradox of dependency; the singer feels encapsulated by chaos yet remains drawn to the poisonous allure of their partner. Here, the metaphor of being "addicted to your lack of love" underscores a toxic cycle, suggesting that the emotional highs and lows of the relationship mirror the addictive qualities of narcotics, with love transforming into an unhealthy fixation rather than a source of joy or stability.


The chorus of the song creates a rhythmic repetition, emphasizing the cyclical nature of their relationship. The dichotomy of "I love this game" suggests a level of acceptance or even acknowledgment of the unhealthy dynamics at play. The engaging juxtaposition of going "out all night" only to "fight all day" paints a picture of a volatile romance, where moments of joy are punctuated by conflict. This back-and-forth between passion and discord unveils the complexities of attachment, illustrating how the singer's commitment to the relationship is paradoxically tied to their detriment. Despite the insistence on leaving, there is a palpable pull that brings the singer back, further illustrating the grip of emotional addiction.


The refrain's repetition, with its mantra-like quality, serves to reinforce the idea that returning to this chaotic love affair is a compulsive behavior that the singer cannot escape. The mention of "telling your friends I'm to blame" creates a scenario in which the singer is aware of their own role in this cycle, highlighting the external perceptions of the relationship while also hinting at internal conflict. Ultimately, the lyrics encapsulate a struggle with identity and love, emphasizing how attachment can sometimes blur the lines between passionate engagement and self-destructive behavior. The singer's narrative reveals a deep acknowledgment of their own vulnerabilities, desires, and the painful acceptance that even in the face of turmoil, they remain inexplicably drawn back to the same source of heartache, an emblem of a passionate yet toxic romance.


Line by Line Meaning

We been on the phone
We've been in constant communication through phone calls.


cll day it sucks
Talking the entire day has been frustrating and unpleasant.


I just called to beg
I reached out desperately, hoping to plead for reconciliation.


Can we make up
Is there a possibility for us to reconcile and repair our relationship?


But you wonder if
However, you question whether or not...


I'm not enough
You doubt my worthiness and feel that I may not meet your expectations.


put me down down down
You continuously criticize and belittle me.


I'm afraid to speak
I find it daunting to express my thoughts and feelings.


I think too much
I overanalyze situations and my own responses.


I won't tell you off
I refrain from confronting or criticizing you directly.


my mouth is shut
I keep my thoughts to myself and remain silent.


I'm a perfect mess
I am emotionally disordered and struggling to maintain stability.


cnd you're the drug
You are like an addictive substance that I cannot resist, despite the toxicity.


I'm addicted to your lack of love
I find myself drawn to the emotional emptiness you provide, which is unhealthy.


Don't say your sorry
Please refrain from apologizing, as it feels insincere.


I love this game
I am strangely captivated by the tumultuous dynamics of our relationship.


We go out all night
We spend our nights engaging in activities together, likely forgetting our issues.


Then we fight all day
However, we end up arguing and being at odds all throughout the day.


I swear that I'm leaving
I often profess my intention to walk away from this turmoil.


But always stay
Yet, I consistently find myself unable to leave.


I keep coming back
I repeatedly return to this chaotic relationship.


I keep coming back for more
I continue to seek out the same emotional experiences, despite the pain.


keep coming back
I find myself returning again and again.


keep coming back
I am drawn to this cycle repeatedly.


keep coming back for more
I cannot resist the urge to engage in this tumultuous affair yet again.


You can tell your friends
Feel free to inform others about the troubles in our relationship.


That I'm to blame
You can say that I am the one responsible for our issues.


We can both pretend
We can act as if everything is fine, ignoring the underlying problems.


We feel the same
We can feign mutual feelings despite our clear disconnection.


You're a prison cell
You symbolize entrapment and ensnare me in emotional turmoil.


I can't escape
I feel trapped and unable to break free from this cycle.


I'm addicted to your lack of love
Once more, I am drawn to the emotional void you create, despite its harmful effects.


Don't say your sorry
Again, I ask you not to apologize, as it seems disingenuous.


I love this game
I admit that I find some twisted enjoyment in our dysfunctional relationship.


We go out all night
We continue to spend our evenings together, participating in fleeting moments of joy.


Then we fight all day
But that joy quickly turns to conflict in our daily interactions.


I swear that I'm leaving
I often declare my intention to sever ties with this tumultuous relationship.


But always stay
Yet, against my own intentions, I never truly walk away.


I keep coming back
I find myself returning to this complicated dynamic time and again.


I keep coming back for more
Despite knowing the pain involved, I seek to relive this chaotic experience.


keep coming back
I consistently return to this situation.


keep coming back
I am drawn back into this relationship repeatedly.


keep coming back for more
I cannot help but chase after the highs and lows this relationship brings.




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