Scars
Tove Lo Lyrics


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Scars we carry
Carry with memories, memories burned by the dark
Try to see clearly
Tears we bury
Bury in vain cause the pain got us falling apart
Try to see clearly

Now let the healing start
The fires out of guns
We keep it in our hearts
We're like a thousand suns
Ooh, yeah, every day, step by step, we dare to love again
And if we lose our grip, meet you at the end

Know they're cutting you deep
Feel the scars in your sleep
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Stories left on our skin
Wear them with everything
What didn't kill us made us stronger

Don't feel lonely
Loneliness kills all the thrill from standing alone
Try to see clearly

Now let the healing start
The fires out of guns
We keep it in our hearts
We're like a thousand suns
Ooh, yeah, every day, step by step, we dare to love again
And if we lose our grip, meet you at the end

Know they're cutting you deep
Feel the scars in your sleep
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Stories left on our skin
Wear them with everything
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Know they're cutting you deep
Feel the scars in your sleep
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Stories left on our skin
Wear them with everything
What didn't kill us made us stronger

Feet don't fail me now, no
What didn't kill us made
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Feet don't fail me now
What didn't kill us made
What didn't kill us made us stronger





Scars we carry

Overall Meaning

In "Scars," Tove Lo encourages her listeners to embrace their scars and the memories that come with them, to try and see clearly through the pain and to start the healing process. She acknowledges that sometimes it feels like the tears we shed and bury are for nothing, but these scars are a mark of strength, of having survived and becoming stronger. The scars may cut deep and we may feel them in our sleep, but they are a reminder of what we have been through and how far we have come. Tove Lo reminds us that we are not alone in our struggles, and that the scars we bear are something to wear with pride, as they are proof of our resilience.


The song is an anthem of strength and hope for anyone who has gone through tough times and emerged on the other side. It reminds us that we can heal and move forward, even in the face of adversity. The chorus is catchy and uplifting, with the phrase "what didn't kill us made us stronger" repeated throughout the song, driving the message home that our scars do not define us but rather they are a testament to our resilience.


Overall, "Scars" is a powerful song about coming out stronger on the other side of difficult times, and it encourages listeners to embrace their scars as a sign of strength and perseverance. It is a testament to the power of resilience and the importance of seeing the beauty in our challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

Scars we carry
We all have scars and wounds, which depict our life's experiences and struggles.


Carry with memories, memories burned by the dark
These scars are associated with certain painful memories, which are still vividly etched in our minds and hearts.


Try to see clearly
Despite all the pain and darkness, we must try to look at life with clear eyes and perspective.


Tears we bury
We often try to hide our sorrow and pain by concealing our tears from the world.


Bury in vain cause the pain got us falling apart
However, burying our tears and emotions can only lead to further destruction and breakdown, as the pain overwhelms us.


Now let the healing start
We must begin the process of healing and moving on from our past struggles and pain.


The fires out of guns
The emotional scars we carry are like the aftermath of a war, with the fires of pain and trauma still burning within us.


We keep it in our hearts
These scars are a part of us and will always be with us, influencing our thoughts and actions.


We're like a thousand suns
Despite the pain and darkness, we have the power within us to shine like the sun and rise above our struggles.


Ooh, yeah, every day, step by step, we dare to love again
We must continue to take small steps each day and allow ourselves to love and be loved again, despite the risks and vulnerability it entails.


And if we lose our grip, meet you at the end
If we stumble and fall along the way, we must seek support and help from those we trust.


Know they're cutting you deep
We must acknowledge and accept the pain and hurt we have experienced, rather than denying or suppressing it.


Feel the scars in your sleep
Our emotional scars can still haunt us even in our sleep, reminding us of our past struggles and traumas.


What didn't kill us made us stronger
Our past struggles and pain have made us resilient and strengthened us, giving us the power to overcome further challenges.


Stories left on our skin
Our scars tell the stories of our past experiences and struggles, which have shaped us into who we are today.


Wear them with everything
We must own our scars and embrace them as a part of us, rather than hiding or feeling ashamed of them.


Don't feel lonely
We must not isolate ourselves or feel alone in our struggles, as there are others who can relate and empathize with us.


Loneliness kills all the thrill from standing alone
Feeling lonely and disconnected from others can take away the joy and meaning from standing tall and facing our struggles alone.


Feet don't fail me now, no
We must not let our fear or past pain control us, but instead keep moving forward and face our struggles with courage.


What didn't kill us made
The pain and struggles we have faced have not defeated us, but have made us stronger and more resilient.


What didn't kill us made us stronger
We have grown and become stronger from our past struggles, and we must use that strength to face future challenges.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STINA HOLSTAD, TIMMY LENG, ALEX LOSBACK, FREDRIK MEISTER, OSKAR NILSSON

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Scars we carry
Carry with memories, memories burned by the dark
Try to see clearly
Tears we bury
Bury in vain cause the pain got us falling apart
Try to see clearly
Now let the healing start
The fires out of guns
We keep it in our hearts
We're like a thousand suns
Ooh, yeah, every day, step by step, we dare to love again
And if we lose our grip, meet you at the end

Know they're cutting you deep
Feel the scars in your sleep
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Stories left on our skin
Wear them with everything
What didn't kill us made us stronger

Don't feel lonely
Loneliness kills all the thrill from standing alone, ohh
Try to see clearly
Now let the healing start
The fires out of guns
We keep it in our hearts
We're like a thousand suns
Ooh, yeah, every day, step by step, we dare to love again
And if we lose our grip, meet you at the end

Know they're cutting you deep
Feel the scars in your sleep
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Stories left on our skin
Wear them with everything
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Know they're cutting you deep
Feel the scars in your sleep
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Stories left on our skin
Wear them with everything
What didn't kill us made us stronger

Feet don't fail me now, no
What didn't kill us made
What didn't kill us made us stronger
Feet don't fail me now
What didn't kill us made
What didn't kill us made us stronger

Scars we carry...



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