Don't
rivadavia Lyrics
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Looking for something that could heal it
I just need something to believe
Hiding myself from my own virus
Tryin’ to fight it as hard as I can
Wondering a reason on it
All the time
Cut my veins, so what do we have?
“Needles and blood”, may leave me alone
I’m not honest if I tell you
This ain’t gonna hurt you
So…
Don’t cry for me
Don’t cry for me
Don’t cry for me
I don't wanna runaway
I'll be stronger if you star with me
I don't wanna be that half man
That I used to be
You have to learn to crawl before you walk
You need to suffer sometimes to understand
What the world is indeed
And I'm learning it with you
Don't cry for me
The lyrics of "Don't" by Rivadavia convey a sense of personal struggle and the search for something to believe in. The opening lines depict a feeling of emptiness and a longing for healing. The singer is alone, seeking solace and searching for something that can give them hope. The reference to "hiding myself from my own virus" suggests the presence of internal conflict or negative thoughts that they are trying to resist. It highlights their determination to fight these feelings, but at the same time, they are questioning the reasons behind their struggles.
The following lines, "Cut my veins, so what do we have? 'Needles and blood,' may leave me alone," portray a metaphorical self-destructive tendency. It suggests that the singer may be considering harmful actions as a way to cope, but is aware that it won't provide a solution or alleviate their pain. The plea to not cry for them implies that they don't want pity or sympathy, perhaps believing that they need to face their challenges independently.
The chorus brings a message of empowerment and resilience. The singer expresses their desire to face their problems head-on, stating that they don't want to run away. They believe they will become stronger if they face their issues together with someone else. They reject the idea of being a "half man" and aspire to regain their full strength and identity.
Overall, the lyrics depict a battle with personal demons and the determination to find strength and understanding in the face of inner struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Sitting alone with nothing before me
Being in a state of loneliness and emptiness, with no purpose or direction
Looking for something that could heal it
Searching for something that can provide solace and remedy
I just need something to believe
Having a strong desire for something to have faith in
Hiding myself from my own virus
Concealing oneself from their own internal struggles or afflictions
Tryin’ to fight it as hard as I can
Putting great effort and determination into combating these personal demons
Wondering a reason on it
Pondering the purpose or motivation behind these difficulties
All the time
Consistently, without interruption
Cut my veins, so what do we have?
Metaphorically expressing a desire for a drastic change or sacrifice
“Needles and blood”, may leave me alone
Acknowledging the potential painful consequences but still taking the risk to escape
I’m not honest if I tell you
Being deceptive or insincere if claiming that this change won't affect others
This ain’t gonna hurt you
Reassuring others that the consequences won't harm them
So…
Therefore, as a result of the previous statements
Don’t cry for me
Please don't shed tears for my struggles
I don't wanna runaway
Not wanting to escape or avoid the challenges faced
I'll be stronger if you star with me
Becoming stronger by having someone by my side during this journey
I don't wanna be that half man
Not desiring to remain incomplete or lacking in personal growth
That I used to be
Referring to a past version of oneself that is no longer desired
You have to learn to crawl before you walk
Highlighting the importance of gradual progression and development in life
You need to suffer sometimes to understand
Accepting that experiencing hardship is necessary for gaining wisdom and insight
What the world is indeed
Discovering the true nature of the world and reality
And I'm learning it with you
Going through this process of understanding alongside someone else
Don’t cry for me
Please refrain from shedding tears for my struggles
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Liu Barros, Jo Reis
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