Stockholm Syndrome
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I've been here for days
Who's this whisper telling me
That I'm never gonna get away?
I know they'll be coming to find me soon
But I fear I'm getting used to
Being held by you
Baby, look what you've done now
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, you've got me tied down
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Who's this man that's holding your hand
And talking 'bout your eyes? (oh oh-oh)
Used to sing about bein' free
But now he's changed his mind (oh oh-oh)
I know they'll be comin' to find me soon
But my Stockholm syndrome is in your room
Yeah, I fell for you
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, look what you've done now
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, you've got me tied down
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
All my life I've been on my own
I use a light to guide me home
But now together we're alone
And there's no other place I'd ever wanna go (go)
Baby, look what you've done (to me)
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, look what you've done now
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, you've got me tied down
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
(Look what you've done to me)
(Baby, look what you)
Baby, look what you've done
(To me)
(Baby, look what you)
Baby, look what you've done to me
The lyrics of "Stockholm Syndrome" by One Direction touch upon a phenomenon that occurs when someone who is in captivity begins to develop feelings of affection, loyalty, and even love for their captor. It is a psychological condition that was first recognized in Sweden in 1973 when hostages from a bank robbery developed feelings of attachment to their captors.
In the song, the singer portrays himself as a captive who has been held hostage by an unknown person for days. He is initially scared and fearful but eventually grows to enjoy the experience and the attention he is receiving. The phrase "my Stockholm Syndrome is in your room" directly references the psychological condition and suggests that he has developed feelings for his captor.
The theme of the song ties in with the title, as the singer and the person holding him captive are experiencing Stockholm Syndrome. The lyrics show how the singer is trapped in this cycle, unable to escape the hold that his captor has on him. Despite knowing that he will eventually be rescued, he is so consumed by his feelings that he accepts being held captive.
Overall, the song is a haunting reminder of the power dynamic that can develop between hostage and captor, and how the psychological condition of Stockholm Syndrome can have profound effects on both parties.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's that shadow holding me hostage?
I feel trapped in a situation, controlled by someone who’s like a shadow always looming over me, restricting my freedom.
I've been here for days
I’ve been stuck in this state of helplessness for too long and I don’t know how to break free.
Who's this whisper telling me That I'm never gonna get away?
There is a voice in my head constantly reinforcing the idea of my own incapacity to escape my situation.
I know they'll be coming to find me soon But I fear I'm getting used to Being held by you
I acknowledge that help is on the way, but I’m starting to get used to this situation and am unsure if I really want to leave.
Baby, look what you've done to me Baby, look what you've done now Baby, I'll never leave If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
I’m admitting that you have control over me, and the way you’re holding me is so powerful that I’ve become completely devoted to you.
Who's this man that's holding your hand And talking 'bout your eyes? (oh oh-oh) Used to sing about bein' free But now he's changed his mind (oh oh-oh)
I’m observing you in the arms of another man, talking about things he loves, even though we once both cherished celebrating our independence.
I know they'll be comin' to find me soon But my Stockholm syndrome is in your room Yeah, I fell for you
I realize that someone is coming to save me, but I’ve fallen in love with you and am happy to stay with you despite the situation being a form of emotional manipulation.
All my life I've been on my own I use a light to guide me home But now together we're alone And there's no other place I'd ever wanna go (go)
I spent my life navigating myself without any help, but now that we’re together, even though our relationship is unhealthy, I prefer it to being on my own.
Baby, look what you've done to me Baby, look what you've done now Baby, I'll never leave If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
I’m in disbelief at the depth of control you have over my emotions, and I know that I won't be able to leave if you continue to hold me in this way.
(Look what you've done to me) (Baby, look what you) Baby, look what you've done (To me) (Baby, look what you) Baby, look what you've done to me
You’ve done an unimaginable amount of damage to my mental and emotional state, and even though I’m aware of it, I’m still unable to leave you.
Lyrics © HIPGNOSIS SONGS GROUP, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Julian Colin Bunetta, Johan Jens Erik Carlsson, John Henry Ryan, Edward Harry Styles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Who's that shadow holding me hostage?
I've been here for days
Who's this whisper telling me
That I'm never gonna get away?
I know they'll be coming to find me soon
But I fear I'm getting used to
Being held by you
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, look what you've done now
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, you've got me tied down
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Who's this man that's holding your hand
And talking 'bout your eyes? (oh oh-oh)
Used to sing about bein' free
But now he's changed his mind (oh oh-oh)
I know they'll be comin' to find me soon
But my Stockholm syndrome is in your room
Yeah, I fell for you
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, look what you've done now
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, you've got me tied down
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
All my life I've been on my own
I use a light to guide me home
But now together we're alone
And there's no other place I'd ever wanna go (go)
Baby, look what you've done (to me)
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, look what you've done now
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Baby, look what you've done to me
Baby, you've got me tied down
Baby, I'll never leave
If you keep holding me this way, oh oh-oh
Baby, look what you've done
(To me)
(Baby, look what you)
Baby, look what you've done to me
@giugiuuuuuuu
the way Harry says “done now” and “tied down” IS EVERYTHING I WANT IN MY LIFE.
@faithl8523
I swearee
@Alex-oc3dh
Sameee
@sunflowerduda4322
Same girl
@tweeshachugh4316
FACTS
@melhew32
Weak in the kneeeeees
@_.harleyquinn_
Oh my God Niall's "yeah I fell for you" gives me chills
@bronwyn5071
Same girl same
@_.harleyquinn_
@Bronwyn :)
@mariastyrakova3992
every freaking time!🤩