Leave Me Alone
Two (Rob Halford) Lyrics
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Put that down
Turn it off
I can't think
Don't do that
Put that out
Don't talk back
Leave me
Leave me
Leave me alone
Who needs this?
Who needs you?
It's my life
So, shut your mouth
Leave me
Leave me
Leave me alone
This burning in my head
Stops me from being dead
I tear myself in two
That way I never lose
The lyrics to "Leave Me Alone" by Two (Rob Halford) convey a strong message of wanting isolation and independence. The first verse tells others to stop their actions and let the singer have some peace to think. The second verse suggests that the singer feels suffocated and overwhelmed by others, asking who needs them and insisting that this is their life, so they should be left alone. The chorus repeats the idea of wanting to be left alone, while the final lines of the song express the internal struggle of the singer, who tears themselves in two to avoid experiencing loss, showing the emotional turmoil elicited by this overwhelming situation.
The song is likely autobiographical, as Rob Halford has spoken about his struggles with depression, addiction, and self-isolation throughout his career. The song is a reflection of these themes, driving home the feeling of being trapped and needing to retreat in the face of external pressure. Halford's vocals are forceful and emotional throughout, effectively conveying the intensity of the emotions involved.
Line by Line Meaning
Shut your mouth
Stop talking or making noise
Put that down
Stop holding or using that object
Turn it off
Stop the device or machinery from functioning
I can't think
I need silence or no distractions to concentrate
Don't do that
Stop the action you are doing
Put that out
Extinguish the fire or cigarette you are holding
Don't talk back
Stop arguing or talking in a disrespectful manner
Watch me sink
I am overwhelmed and need help, but you are not offering any
Leave me
I need to be by myself, without any interference or help
Leave me
Repeat of the previous line for emphasis
Leave me alone
I want to be left completely alone and not disturbed in any way
Who needs this?
Why do I have to go through this or deal with this situation?
Who needs you?
Why do I need your help or interference in my life?
It's my life
I have the right to make my own decisions and live my life the way I want to
So, shut your mouth
Stop giving unwanted advice or opinions about my life and let me live it the way I want to
This burning in my head
The intense emotional or mental turmoil I am experiencing
Stops me from being dead
The pain or conflict is keeping me alive, but barely
I tear myself in two
I am torn between two conflicting emotions or decisions
That way I never lose
Splitting myself in two prevents me from making the wrong choice or losing something
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Written by: BOB MARLETTE, ROB HALFORD
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