Rescue Me
XamVolo Lyrics


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Got a blade I hide under my sleeve
With a master key, you can tie me up
Sooner you try to, sooner I'll be free
Many say I was raised by Houdini
But those who know will disagree
Traps are hard enough, but
I don't need no one to rescue me
I hope all I have to lose
I give to you before goodbye




And all I have to lose
I give to you a song at a time

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of XamVolo's song "Rescue Me" touch on themes of self-reliance and independence. The opening lyrics "Got a blade I hide under my sleeve" suggest that the singer is prepared to protect themselves at all times, indicating a level of mistrust for others. The line "With a master key, you can tie me up" creates a sense of vulnerability, where the singer is aware of their potential for being restrained, yet claims that they will eventually be free. These words evoke a sense of cunning and calculated risk-taking, as if the singer has already weighed the odds of their escape.


The following lines "Many say I was raised by Houdini / But those who know will disagree" illuminate the idea that the singer is not mere mortal, but rather a magician or an artist of some kind, someone who can manipulate or dazzle crowds. They are not defined by their upbringing or background, but rather by their abilities and skill set. The line "I don't need no one to rescue me" further confirms the idea of self-reliance and that the singer is confident in their own abilities even under challenging circumstances.


The final lines "I hope all I have to lose / I give to you before goodbye / And all I have to lose / I give to you a song at a time" suggest that the singer may be resigning themselves to leaving someone important to them, but is willing to share their life story and art with them before they go. Overall, "Rescue Me" provides a glimpse into the psyche of an artist who values their independence, creativity, and sense of self.


Line by Line Meaning

Got a blade I hide under my sleeve
I have a weapon that is hidden and ready to be used


With a master key, you can tie me up
Even if someone tries to restrain me, I have a way to escape


Sooner you try to, sooner I'll be free
If someone tries to hold me back or control me, I will find a way to break free


Many say I was raised by Houdini
People think I have exceptional skills and abilities to escape from any situation


But those who know will disagree
However, those who truly understand me know that I have my own strengths and weaknesses


Traps are hard enough, but
Challenging situations can be difficult to handle


I don't need no one to rescue me
I can handle my problems and overcome my obstacles without any outside help


I hope all I have to lose
I am willing to risk everything I have


I give to you before goodbye
But before leaving, I want to offer you all that I have


And all I have to lose
Everything important to me is being given to you


I give to you a song at a time
I will leave you with my music, my emotions, and my passion




Writer(s): SAMUEL AKINLOLU, FOLORUNSHO

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