Asleep On Broken Teeth
Wakefield Lyrics


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If you didn't want me to know
You sure didn't try to hide it
If you didn't think I would change
I hate white teeth lying
You slipped up, I hate to do this
My friends warned me, they saw right through it
Evidence is a bitch
Would you make me run for my life?
Would you make me run?

A mouth full of hate, ready to go
You better keep your rib cage unexposed
Cause I might have to hurt you
Evidence is a bitch
And I could never do that

Would you make me run for my life?
Would you make me run?
And how do you sleep late at night?
Would you make me run?

Would you make me run for my life?
Would you make me run?
(And I could never do that)




Just say that we are, and I
Would you make me run?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Wakefield's song "Asleep On Broken Teeth" are highly emotional and introspective, showcasing the anger and pain that can arise when trust is broken in a relationship. The opening lines suggest that the singer has recently discovered some information about their partner that was not intended to be revealed. Despite any attempts to keep it hidden, the truth has come out and the singer is deeply hurt by it. The reference to "white teeth lying" suggests that the partner's lies were polished and convincing, but ultimately hollow and deceitful.


As the song progresses, the singer confronts their partner about the situation, using the evidence that they have gathered to support their feelings of betrayal. The aggressive tone of the words "I hate to do this" suggests that the singer is not taking the situation lightly, and is confronting the issue head-on. However, there is also a sense that the singer is holding back, as if they are unwilling or unable to fully unleash their anger and frustration.


The repeated refrain "Would you make me run for my life?" suggests that the singer feels threatened and vulnerable, as if their entire world has been turned upside down. The implication is that the partner's actions have caused the singer to feel powerless and in danger, as if they need to flee to protect themselves. Ultimately, the song is a raw and honest portrayal of the pain that can come from broken trust and the difficult emotions that arise when a relationship falls apart.


Line by Line Meaning

If you didn't want me to know
You didn't make any attempt to conceal the truth from me.


You sure didn't try to hide it
You made it very easy for me to figure out the truth.


If you didn't think I would change
You believed that I would not react differently once I found out the truth.


I hate white teeth lying
I loathe being deceived by someone who pretends to be innocent or truthful.


You slipped up, I hate to do this
You made a mistake or revealed something unintentionally, and I regret having to call you out on it.


My friends warned me, they saw right through it
My pals cautioned me about you, and they recognized the truth about you from the start.


Evidence is a bitch
The reality of the situation is crystal clear, and it is harsh and unpleasant.


Would you make me run for my life?
Are you going to put me in a dangerous situation where I have to flee to save my life?


A mouth full of hate, ready to go
I am filled with anger and frustration, and I am impatient to express it.


You better keep your rib cage unexposed
You should beware of physical harm if you expose your chest and allow me to see your vulnerable spots.


Cause I might have to hurt you
I may be compelled to inflict harm upon you if you make me angry or test my patience.


And I could never do that
However, I don't want to resort to hurting someone, even if they've wronged me


How do you sleep late at night?
Do you have trouble sleeping with the knowledge of what you've done to hurt me?


Just say that we are, and I
If you would just confess to what you've done, I'm open to forgiving you.




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