From a Distance
ida'ye Lyrics
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Like why I spend my time writing these same ol' fucking songs
And why when you be texting me I sit and watch my phone
I never answer when you call, but love to hear the
(Please leave a message at the tone)
I need to talk to someone, I can't do this on my own
But I keep all my secrets on the low like baritone
I'm thuggish-ruggish, mean sometimes
I fake the harmony
It's easier when I'm alone
So boy, I'm sorry
That I can't say the things I want to say
But I can promise
That if I told you, you won’t want to stay
I’d rather love you from a distance
I’d rather be the one that got away
I’d rather be the girl you missing
Than tell the truth and watch you walk away
In the song "From a Distance" by ida'ye, the lyrics explore the singer's struggle to express their emotions and open up to someone they care about. The singer reflects on their tendency to isolate themselves and keep their inner thoughts and secrets hidden. They confess to enjoying the attention they receive through messages and phone calls, but admit to purposely avoiding answering calls. The phrase "Please leave a message at the tone" symbolizes their reluctance to engage in meaningful conversations.
The singer acknowledges their need for someone to talk to and emphasizes their preference for keeping secrets and maintaining a tough exterior. They compare themselves to a baritone, a low-pitched musical instrument, implying that they hide their true feelings beneath a stoic facade. They describe their personality as both thuggish-ruggish and mean at times, referencing Krayzie Bone, a rapper known for his aggressive style. The harmony they claim to fake indicates their struggle to maintain a sense of balance in their emotions.
Despite yearning for connection, the singer apologizes for their inability to express themselves openly. They fear that if they were to reveal their true thoughts and feelings, their loved one would choose to leave. As a result, they confess that they would rather love from a distance, be remembered as the one who got away, and avoid the pain of watching the person they care about walk away.
Overall, the lyrics express the singer's struggle with vulnerability and fear of rejection. They choose to withhold their true emotions in order to protect themselves, even if it means sacrificing a deep connection with someone they love.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm trying to find the words to tell you why I'm all alone
I'm struggling to express why I feel so isolated and lonely
Like why I spend my time writing these same ol' fucking songs
I question why I invest my time in creating repetitive and explicit songs
And why when you be texting me I sit and watch my phone
I wonder why, despite receiving messages from you, I choose to passively observe my phone without responding
I never answer when you call, but love to hear the (Please leave a message at the tone)
I avoid picking up your calls but find solace in listening to your voicemails
I need to talk to someone, I can't do this on my own
I crave a conversation with someone since I can't handle everything by myself
But I keep all my secrets on the low like baritone
However, I conceal all my hidden truths discreetly, akin to a deep baritone voice
I'm thuggish-ruggish, mean sometimes, I'm Krayzie to the Bone
At times, I can be tough, hostile, and even mentally unstable deep within my core
I fake the harmony, It's easier when I'm alone
I pretend to have inner peace and harmony, finding it simpler to maintain such facade when I'm solitary
So boy, I'm sorry, That I can't say the things I want to say
Apologies, but I'm incapable of expressing the words I truly desire to convey
But I can promise, That if I told you, you won’t want to stay
Yet, I assure you that if I divulged the truth, you would no longer wish to remain by my side
I’d rather love you from a distance
I prefer maintaining affection for you while keeping a physical and emotional distance
I’d rather be the one that got away
I choose to be the person who eludes attachment and escapes from commitments
I’d rather be the girl you missing
I'd rather exist as the person you yearn for and long for but can't have
Than tell the truth and watch you walk away
Rather than being honest and witnessing you depart from my life
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Ida Kassa
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