THE QUIET
Troye Sivan Lyrics
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We're getting deeper in this mess
Take careful contemplation
I'd rather be spitting blood
Than have this silence fuck me up
This separation, time and space between us
For some revelation
I'd rather be black and blue
Than accept that you withdrew
Aah, just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Used to give each other the world, every bit
Used to be the one you'd come to
When it'd all go to shit
Now I'm left here in the dust
With the taste of broken trust
And I don't wanna walk away
But you left me no choice
Only talking to myself here
Now you muffled your voice
I'd rather have broken bones
And feel myself turn to stone
Aah, just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
I don't mind that I know that you're wrong
I don't mind that you think you're right
All I want is a fight to fight
Anything but quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
In "The Quiet," Troye Sivan describes the pain of a failing relationship where a growing distance and silence have caused more harm than any disagreement or argument. The lyrics explore the frustration of not having an open and honest discussion about the issue and instead being left in a state of limbo. The persona expresses that they would rather engage in a physical fight with their partner than endure the discomfort of this deadening silence.
The song highlights the singer's desperation for any form of communication, even if it means an argument or a confrontation. Troye reminisces about the past when the relationship was stronger and more communicative. But now, he’s caught in a state of uncertainty and confusion as his partner has withdrawn. He is hurt by the realization that his partner didn't care or make any effort to resolve the situation, emphasizing how much he longs for any sign of affection or aggression. In the end, "anything but quiet" reveals the singer's preference for a difficult battle over a silent war.
Line by Line Meaning
Growing distance from your explanations
We are becoming more detached as you fail to communicate effectively.
We're getting deeper in this mess
Our situation is worsening as we distance ourselves emotionally.
Take careful contemplation
Think about what you say before you say it.
I'd rather be spitting blood
Than have this silence fuck me up
I'd rather have a heated argument than suffer in silence.
This separation, time and space between us
For some revelation
You didn't even care to discuss
You didn't bother talking to me about the distance between us in hopes of uncovering the truth.
I'd rather be black and blue
Than accept that you withdrew
I'd rather endure physical pain than accept that you have withdrawn from me.
Used to give each other the world, every bit
Used to be the one you'd come to
When it'd all go to shit
Now I'm left here in the dust
With the taste of broken trust
We used to be each other's support system, but now I am left alone with the taste of betrayal.
And I don't wanna walk away
But you left me no choice
Only talking to myself here
Now you muffled your voice
I'd rather have broken bones
And feel myself turn to stone
I don't want to leave, but your lack of communication has left me with no other option. I would rather experience physical harm than be emotionally numb.
I don't mind that I know that you're wrong
I don't mind that you think you're right
All I want is a fight to fight
Anything but quiet
I don't care if you are wrong or have a different perspective, as long as we are communicating and not in silence.
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
I would rather anything be said than endure the silence and distance between us.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dann Hume, Troye Sivan Mellet
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Sarah Gomez
LYRICS THE QUITE 🤐 ❤️️
Growing distance from your explanations
We're getting deeper in this mess
Take careful contemplation
I'd rather be spitting blood
Than have this silence fuck me up
This separation, time and space between us
For some revelation
You didn't even care to discuss
I'd rather be black and blue
Than accept that you withdrew
Aah, just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Used to give each other the world, every bit
Used to be the one you'd come to
When it'd all go to shit
Now I'm left here in the dust
With the taste of broken trust
And I don't wanna walk away
But you left me no choice
Only talking to myself here
Now you muffled your voice
I'd rather have broken bones
And feel myself turn to stone
Aah, just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
I don't mind that I know that you're wrong
I don't mind that you think you're right
All I want is a fight to fight
Anything but quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Kryponite
Growing distance free of explanation
We're getting deeper in this mess
Take careful contemplation
I'd rather be spitting blood
Than have this silence fuck me up
This separation,
time and space between us
For some revelation
You didn't care to discuss
I'd rather be black and blue
Than accept that you withdrew
Aaah, just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Used to give each other the world, every bit
I used to be the one you'd come to
When it'd all go to shit
Now I'm left here in the dust
With the taste of broken trust
And I don't wanna walk away
But you left me no choice
Only talking to myself here
Now you've muffled your voice
I'd rather have broken bones
Than feel myself turn to stone
Aaah, just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
I don't mind that I know that you're wrong
I don't mind that you think you're right
All I want is a fight to fight
Anything but quiet
Just tell me
Say anything
Anything hurts less than the quiet
Samuel Wolf
Anything hurts less than knowing that you will never go to a Troye concert
Alfred🦋
So true
Julia
Then ...go!!
Cawa Ji
I can feel you 😢
Ghada Kariche
Definitely 😢
V W
Or any concert :(
Kelli Bazel
Why are all these songs so calming?
minuwu kookie
Ikr
PokeMyPencil
Ikr. Im in love with them
Mauri Allure
Real Muslim um