Side Effects
Woosung Lyrics

Okay, alright
Starting off, acknowledging the situation as it is, with acceptance and approval.

I know I'm not perfect but just stay the night
Asking for permission to stay, despite knowing that the singer isn't perfect.

Flyin' like a moth, so drawn into the light
Using a metaphor to describe how naturally attracted the singer is to a certain someone, like a moth to a flame.

All I've ever known is in the same old cycle
Feeling stuck in a routine, where every day seems to be the same, with little to no change.

And it's got a tight hold
Feeling trapped by the familiar and the routine, almost like being held captive.

One time forever (it's like)
Describing the relationship as something that is so strong and committed that it feels like it will last forever, almost as if it's only happening once.

Can we get better? (But I)
Asking if the relationship can improve or if things can be different, but then admitting that the singer is doubtful.

Realize, realize
Repeating the word ‘realize’ to emphasize the importance of understanding the reality of the situation.

You're not so clever (yeah, yeah)
Addressing the other person as someone who might think they’re smarter than the artist, but the artist can see through them.

What am I feeling? (It's a)
Questioning the artist's emotions and then immediately answering that it's a drug that the other person is giving them.

Drug that you're dealing (to me)
Metaphorically describing the person's behavior as that of a drug dealer, giving out something that the singer is addicted to.

I'm high, you're high
Comparing the feeling of attraction to a drug high, and acknowledging that the other person is likely feeling the same way.

I can't take these side effects
Acknowledging that there are negative consequences to the attraction and addiction, and subtly wishing for a way out.

Think I need a vibe check
Suggesting that the singer needs to assess their feelings and the situation to see if it's really worth continuing down this path.

Dreamin' while I'm wide awake
Feeling like the attraction is so powerful that it's hard to tell if the singer is awake or dreaming.

There's something I wanna say
Feeling the need to express something to the other person, but unsure of what that 'something' is.

I'ma need an antidote
Acknowledging that the attraction is like a poison or addictive drug, and needing an 'antidote' to cure the addiction.

Walkin' on this tight rope
Feeling like they're walking a fine line between wanting to indulge in the attraction and wanting to escape it.

There's something I gotta say to you
Reiterating the need to express something important to the other person.

Don't waste my time
Setting a clear boundary that the artist's time is precious and shouldn't be wasted.

I know we're not perfect but just say I'm right
Acknowledging that neither person is perfect, but asking for validation from the other person.

I could be a butterfly beneath the sky
Using a metaphor to suggest that the artist could be something beautiful and free, but is currently trapped in the same old cycle.

Do what I say, you're under my spell
Acknowledging that the singer has some power in the attraction and relationship, and the other person is under the singer's influence.

Go through withdrawals without me, it's hell, boy
Describing how difficult it is for the other person to be without the artist, as if they're going through withdrawal symptoms from an addiction.

Chills runnin' down your spine right now
Using imagery to show how powerful the attraction is and how it affects the other person physically.

Cold sweats when the lights turn down
Describing how the other person feels when they're alone and without the singer, using physical symptoms of anxiety.

I'm the smoke and you're the haze
Using a metaphor to show that the singer is the instigator, and the other person is caught up in the aftermath.

And you love a good chase
Suggesting that the other person enjoys the thrill of the attraction and the chase of pursuing the artist.