Fresh Air
Zayn Lyrics


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You could be a changed man if you want
You could make the doves cry if you want
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't

I say I'm sorry, but you're never sober
I start drinking, it's too much thinking, oh
It's the same every time that you're with me

I think I need some fresh air (fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started
Over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you

You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?

Caught in a cycle
So pardon my psycho
Could've been right, though
Guess that's how life go
There's nothing that I can do for you

I think I need some fresh air (fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started
Over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you

I think I need some fresh air (fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started
Over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you

You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?

Why do you want some different shit?
You could be a changed man if you want
You could make the doves cry if you want
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't





You and me got differences, differences

Overall Meaning

In the song "Fresh Air" by ZAYN, the lyrics demonstrate a complex relationship between two people with differing perspectives. The opening lines suggest that the other person could change themselves or even cause harm to others if they wanted to, but they have chosen not to do so. The repeated line of "Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't" suggests that the person is struggling with inner turmoil and may be using the threat of self-harm as a way to express their pain. Meanwhile, the singer recognizes that they themselves have their own issues with alcohol and overthinking, which may not be helping the situation. All of these lyrics demonstrate a deep sense of tension between the two individuals in the relationship.


Later in the song, the lyrics suggest that the relationship is caught in a cycle of disagreement and conflict. The phrase "caught in a cycle" implies that they keep returning to the same patterns of behavior, unable to break free from their differences. The singer recognizes that there is nothing they can do to help the other person, and they need to focus on their own well-being by getting some "fresh air" and relieving the "pressure" they are feeling. However, despite their acknowledgement of their differences, the repeated phrase "you and me got differences" implies that they are still holding onto some hope that they can find a way to bridge the gap between them.


Overall, the lyrics of "Fresh Air" by ZAYN provide a complex look at a relationship struggling to overcome differences between two individuals. The lyrics express feelings of tension, inner turmoil, and a sense of being trapped in a recurring cycle of disagreement and conflict.


Line by Line Meaning

You could be a changed man if you want
You have the power to change yourself if you choose to do so


You could make the doves cry if you want
You have the ability to cause great sadness if you so desire


Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
You say you want to die, but deep down you don't really mean it


Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
You say you want to die, but deep down you don't really mean it


I say I'm sorry, but you're never sober
I apologize, but you're always under the influence and unable to hear me


I start drinking, it's too much thinking, oh
I turn to alcohol to numb my thoughts


It's the same every time that you're with me
Our interactions always follow the same pattern


Feeling under pressure (pressure, pressure)
I feel overwhelmed and weighed down


Don't wanna talk about it ('bout it, 'bout it)
I don't want to discuss it further


Don't even get me started
I don't want to begin talking about it at all


Over you
Regarding my feelings towards you


You know I ain't tryna go pressure you
You know I'm not trying to coerce or force you


You and me got differences, differences
There are distinct disparities between us


Why you on some different shit?
Why are you acting in a way that is unlike yourself?


Caught in a cycle
Trapped in a repetitive pattern


So pardon my psycho
Forgive my erratic and unstable behavior


Could've been right, though
I could have been correct in my actions, but it's too late now


Guess that's how life go
That's just how things happen sometimes


There's nothing that I can do for you
I am incapable of helping you in this situation


Why do you want some different shit?
Why are you behaving so unusually?




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Anthony Athanasios George Hannides, Clarence Bernard Coffee, Emanuel S. Kiriakou, Michael George Hannides, Zain Javadd Malik, Jessica Ashley Karpov

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@HiMyNameIsLoay

💎Lyrics💎

You could be a changed man if you wanted
You could make the doves cry if you wanted
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't


I say I'm sorry, but you're never sober
I start drinking, it's too much thinking, oh
It's the same every time that you're with me


I think I need some fresh air (Fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (Pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('Bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you


You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?

We're caught in a cycle, so pardon my psycho
We could've been right, though, guess that's how life go
There's nothing that I can do for you

I think I need some fresh air (Fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (Pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('Bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you
I think I need some fresh air (Fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (Pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('Bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you

You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
Why you on some different shit?

You could be a changed man if you wanted
You could make the doves cry if you wanted
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
(You and me got differences)



@instantkaraoke9934

Lyrics:

You could be a changed man if you want
You could make the doves cry if you want
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
I say I'm sorry, but you're never sober
I start drinking, it's too much thinking, oh
It's the same every time that you're with me
I think I need some fresh air (fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started
Over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
Caught in a cycle
So pardon my psycho
Could've been right, though
Guess that's how life go
There's nothing that I can do for you
I think I need some fresh air (fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started
Over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you
I think I need some fresh air (fresh air, fresh air)
Feeling under pressure (pressure, pressure)
Don't wanna talk about it ('bout it, 'bout it)
Don't even get me started
Over you
You know I ain't tryna go pressure you
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
You and me got differences, differences
You and me got differences
Why you on some different shit?
Why do you want some different shit?
You could be a changed man if you want
You could make the doves cry if you want
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
Tell me that you wanna die, but you don't
You and me got differences, differences



All comments from YouTube:

@ScarlettJ1221

Zayn's voice is like a breathe of Fresh Air

@thecouncil8973

*breath

@varishpersaud5093

Yeah in the pollution of crap music on the radio :D

@TheSinnersBlog

Someone give this man happiness. He deserves it y'all.

@samirsivan8134

Lol

@nitesh5375

Y u can try

@suhaylahghaznavi1838

Hell yeah he does

@miguelinaakamikkiotto7846

LOL...I Think Mr. Malik Is Smarter Than You Know! Happiness Is Whatever, Whenever He Decides...🤗♥️🥂

@afnank1218

The SinnersBlog If I could, I would give up everything, even my own life and my own happiness just so I can give it to him.

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@ashleyaalse2758

Zayn is way underrated. So happy that I've discovered the gems this man made. Lyrics. Vocals. Beat. Everything is on point!

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