Deep Blue Feelings
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I don't want you, but I'd hate to lose you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
I forgive you, 'cause I can't forget you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea

[Repeat: x2]
I ought to cross you off my list
But when you come a-knocking at my door
Fate seems to give my heart a twist
And I come running back for more
I should hate you, but I guess I love you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea





You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
The devil and the deep blue sea

Overall Meaning

The first verse "I don't want you, but I'd hate to lose you" portrays a conflicted and complex emotional state. The singer is torn between not wanting the person they are referring to in their life, yet also fearing the idea of losing them. This line suggests a dilemma where the singer recognizes that they may not necessarily desire this person, but at the same time, they have become emotionally invested in them.


The following line "You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea" further delves into the singer's predicament. This phrase is an idiom, meaning being caught in a difficult or inescapable situation. In this context, it implies feeling trapped between conflicting emotions or choices. The devil represents the negative aspects or consequences of being attached to this person, while the deep blue sea symbolizes the unknown or uncertain future without them.


The repetition of the second verse emphasizes the inner conflict experienced by the singer. They recognize that forgiving this person is necessary because they cannot forget them. This suggests that the singer has been hurt or wronged in the past, but despite that, they are unable to fully let go.


The subsequent lines "I ought to cross you off my list, but when you come a-knocking at my door, Fate seems to give my heart a twist, and I come running back for more" highlight the singer's internal struggle between logic and emotions. They acknowledge that it would be rational to remove this person from their life, but whenever they reappear, fate seems to intervene, reigniting their feelings and luring them back. This pattern implies a sense of being repeatedly tempted or unable to resist the allure of this person.


Finally, the concluding lines "I should hate you, but I guess I love you, You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea" encapsulate the main theme of the song. The singer acknowledges the contradiction within their feelings. On one hand, they believe they should feel animosity towards this person, but on the other hand, they realize that they still harbor love or affection towards them. The phrase "the devil and the deep blue sea" is reiterated, reinforcing the idea of feeling caught in a difficult and conflicting emotional state, unable to fully break free or move forward.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't want you, but I'd hate to lose you
I have conflicting feelings where I don't desire to be in a relationship with you, but the thought of losing you scares me.


You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
I feel trapped in a difficult situation where I have to choose between two equally problematic options.


I forgive you, 'cause I can't forget you
Although I have been hurt by your actions, I am unable to erase you from my memory, so I choose to forgive you.


I ought to cross you off my list
I should remove you from my life and cut ties with you.


But when you come a-knocking at my door
However, whenever you reach out to me or seek my attention,


Fate seems to give my heart a twist
It feels as though destiny plays a role in manipulating my emotions, causing my heart to experience a sudden shift.


And I come running back for more
And despite my better judgment, I find myself returning to you for another chance.


I should hate you, but I guess I love you
According to logic, I should despise you, but deep down, I realize that I still have feelings of affection for you.


You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
Once again, I find myself caught in a dilemma where I have to choose between two difficult options, feeling trapped and uncertain.


The devil and the deep blue sea
This phrase reinforces the notion of being in a situation with no easy way out, comparing it to facing the dangers of both the devil and the deep sea.




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, S.A. MUSIC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, MUSIC.INFO FINLAND OY, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Ted Koehler

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