Tiffany's first album, My Dream, which was fan-funded, was released late December. It includes many of her popular original songs, those being My Sunshine, Little Things, Possibility, Moment in Time, Perfect Chemistry, My Dream, My Notebook, The One That I Adore, Heartbreak, and Crazy Good. The album is currently available on iTunes, PayPal through the Tate Music Group website, as well as a physical CD.
She became famous through her covers, which include songs by Miley Cyrus, Jordin Sparks, Demi Lovato, Jonas Brothers, Secondhand Serenade, Taylor Swift, Colbie Caillat, Marie Digby, and OneRepublic.
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Tightrope
Tiffany Alvord Lyrics
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We're a mess, but we like it,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Tip toe when you chase me,
Turn around, you can't make me,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Tightrope, tightrope.
Shot me like a bee sting,
You know,
Poison is my everything,
And it, doesn't hurt so bad,
I'm past the point and never turning back,
Hit you like a bulls-eye,
I throw, pretty daggers in disguise,
And you know I never miss,
I guess you like it when it's dangerous.
We know, we can't fight it,
We're a mess, but we like it,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Tip toe when you chase me,
Turn around, you can't make me,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Tightrope, tightrope.
Sinking in quicksand, I am,
Silly putty in your hands,
And you, are my Kryptonite,
You always seem to bring me back to life,
Get a little whiplash,
It's like, every time before we crash,
And we're stuck in déjà vu,
Here's to hating what is loving you.
We know, we can't fight it,
We're a mess, but we like it,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Tip toe when you chase me,
Turn around, you can't make me,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Tightrope, tightrope.
Oh, oh,
Oh, oh,
Oh, oh,
Like a tightrope.
Oh, oh,
Oh, oh,
Oh, oh,
Like a tightrope.
Oh, oh,
Oh, oh,
Oh, oh,
Like a tightrope.
Oh, oh.
We know, we can't fight it,
We're a mess, but we like it,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin, you, lovin, you,
Tip toe when you chase me,
Turn around, you can't make me,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
We know, we can't fight it,
We're a mess, but we like it,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Tip toe when you chase me,
Turn around, you can't make me,
And I won't let it go,
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
In "Tightrope," Tiffany Alvord sings about a tumultuous and risky relationship, using the metaphor of walking on a tightrope. The opening lines of the chorus reveal the paradox of the relationship where both people involved know it's a mess, but they can't help, but like it. Despite the danger inherent in this relationship, the singer won't let go. The tightrope symbolizes the delicate and precarious nature of love, where one misstep can lead to a painful fall. The phrase "lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope" is repeated several times, emphasizing the difficulty and uncertainty of the situation.
The lines in the second verse provide more insight into the nature of the relationship. The singer describes the toxic and addictive nature of the love, "Poison is my everything," and the inability to turn back from the point of no return. She also describes how she can hurt the other person, but they seem to enjoy it, "I guess you like it when it's dangerous." In the bridge, the singer further elaborates on how she feels powerless in the relationship, comparing herself to "silly putty in your hands" and Kryptonite."
Overall, "Tightrope" is a song that captures the intense and risky nature of a love that is not without its flaws, but is still worth holding on to. The singer acknowledges the danger, but ultimately decides to take the risk and walk the tightrope with her partner.
Line by Line Meaning
We know, we can't fight it,
We understand that we can't resist this love, despite its challenges.
We're a mess, but we like it,
Even though things may be chaotic, we enjoy the excitement of it all.
And I won't let it go,
I am committed to this love, no matter how difficult it gets.
Lovin' you's like walking on a tightrope.
Being in love with you is a constant balancing act, where one misstep could lead to disaster.
Tip toe when you chase me,
I am cautious in this love and trying to navigate it carefully.
Turn around, you can't make me,
I am not easily swayed or controlled by my partner.
Like a tightrope.
This love is tricky and requires constant balance.
Shot me like a bee sting,
My partner's love hit me suddenly and with force, like a bee sting.
You know, Poison is my everything,
Despite knowing the dangers of this love, it is everything to me.
And it, doesn't hurt so bad,
Even though this love may be toxic, I can handle it and it doesn't hurt me too badly.
I'm past the point and never turning back,
I am fully committed to this love and can never go back.
Hit you like a bulls-eye,
I am skilled at targeting my partner's weaknesses and hitting them directly.
I throw, pretty daggers in disguise,
I am skilled at hiding my true intentions and feelings behind pretty words and actions.
And you know I never miss,
My aim is always true when it comes to my partner and their vulnerabilities.
I guess you like it when it's dangerous.
My partner enjoys the thrill of danger that comes with this love.
Sinking in quicksand, I am,
I feel trapped and helpless in this love, like sinking in quicksand.
Silly putty in your hands,
My partner has complete control over me and my emotions.
And you, are my Kryptonite,
My partner is my weakness and can bring me down with ease.
You always seem to bring me back to life,
Despite the struggles, my partner has a way of reviving me and keeping me going.
Get a little whiplash,
Our love is intense and can feel like a sudden snap back, causing whiplash.
It's like, every time before we crash,
Our love feels like it's about to crash and burn at any moment.
And we're stuck in déjà vu,
Our love feels like it's constantly repeating the same pattern.
Here's to hating what is loving you.
Despite the challenges, I still love my partner, even if I sometimes hate myself for it.
Lovin, you, lovin, you,
My love for you is strong and unwavering.
Writer(s): Tiffany Alvord, Paul Coultrup, Tomas J. Costanza, Ashley Levy
Contributed by Ellie M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.