Last Words
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Let’s take a breath while there’s something left
And there’s love left to give
Let’s don’t let our last words be the bad words
We know we’ll still hurt tomorrow
We can’t let this cruel wall be our downfall
A prideful pill we can’t swallow
You know me well enough to tear the soul right out of me
And I know how to turn you inside out so please before we speak
Leave it all unsaid, leave this war outside our bed
Lay down our heads and dream instead
The lyrics of "Last Words" by Big & Rich is an appeal to a couple who's on the verge of falling apart. The singer pleads with his partner to hold off their arguments and bitter words, to recognize the love that still exists between them, and to refrain from letting pride be the cause of their downfall. He emphasizes the desire for them to be kind and loving to each other, even at the difficult times, so they don't have to regret their last words as they fall asleep.
He pleads with his partner to take a breath and recognize that there is still love to give, that despite their differences, they should not let their bad words be their last words. The couple has been together for a long time, and they understand each other so well that their words can cause deep emotional pain. Therefore, it is best to leave things unsaid and work on being kind and loving to each other. The couple is encouraged to leave their fights outside the bedroom and to dream sweet dreams together.
Overall, "Last Words" is a beautiful love song that highlights the importance of seeking calm in the midst of storms, and choosing love instead of pride.
Line by Line Meaning
Promise me we won’t go to sleep with this poison on our lips
Let's promise to not end our day with hurtful words and bitterness towards each other.
Let’s take a breath while there’s something left
Let's calm down and communicate decently with each other before things escalate and become worse.
And there’s love left to give
Let's focus on the love we have for each other rather than the current conflict between us.
Let’s don’t let our last words be the bad words
Let's choose our words wisely and positively so it won't mark the end of our relationship or love for each other.
We know we’ll still hurt tomorrow
We acknowledge that our actions today will affect us tomorrow, and we don't want to live with regret.
We can’t let this cruel wall be our downfall
We can't let our pride and stubbornness ruin what we have and bring us down.
A prideful pill we can’t swallow
We find it difficult to admit our mistakes and apologize, but we know it's necessary for the relationship's growth and survival.
You know me well enough to tear the soul right out of me
You have the power to hurt me the most since you know me so well and our relationship means something to me.
And I know how to turn you inside out so please before we speak
I know how to push your buttons and make you angry, but before we say anything hurtful, let's pause and reflect.
Leave it all unsaid, leave this war outside our bed
Let's not bring our issues into our intimate moments and instead leave them unresolved or at least peacefully discussed.
Lay down our heads and dream instead
Let's choose love and dream about a happy, harmonious future rather than letting our current problems control and divide us.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SHARON VAUGHN, JOHN RICH
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