Songs are such a great way to express the emotions felt by impactful situations, but with only two verses, a chorus, and a bridge, it’s not possible to “fully” describe the thoughts and feelings of even a single event.
Years ago, one of my best friends found herself in a bit of trouble and basically hid away and cut everyone off. I thought, “I’m her best friend; surely she’ll let me through”, but she cut me off too.
It hurts when you care about someone and they won’t let you help them; in one sense, it’s frustrating. To vent that anger, I wrote the song “For You”, but that wasn’t the only thing I felt. There was also a bit of desperation; a longing to reach out to her and help, and pleading that she would let me. That’s why I wrote this song, “Say That It’s Over”.
This is still an alternative metalcore song, but where “For You” is more aggressive, this one’s soothing and desperate, and a bit on the lighter side.
If you’re one who’s trying to help a friend, give them some space, but don’t give up on them; try reaching out from time to time, and eventually, there may be a breakthrough.
If you are the one who is hurt and cutting everyone else off, take some time to gather your thoughts and compose yourself, but please don’t leave them hanging. It’s a special thing to have someone love you enough to be concerned for your well being; don’t waste that.
lyrics
Verse:
Your smile’s so deceptive that it almost looks real
Well it must be hard to fake what you do not really feel
You’re hiding; I know it. Tell me what’s on your mind
I only wish to help; won’t you let me back inside?
Chorus:
Say that it’s over
Tell me the truth just one last time
I promise I’ll help you
If only you’ll let me back inside
Let me inside
Verse:
Your face shows no reaction when I call out your name
Your presence, like a ghost; you seem so far away
And you know that I love you, but the words seem to have died
I just want this to end; please let me back inside
Chorus:
Say that it’s over
Tell me the truth just one last time
I promise I’ll help you
If only you’ll let me back inside
Let me inside
Bridge:
Don’t drift your eyes
Just look at me when I look at you
Because you must realize
You’re barely holding on, and I’m holding tight
Would you just please try
Don’t give in; you have to fight
Why won’t you here my cry
I don’t wanna say goodbye
Chorus:
Say that it’s over
Tell me the truth just one last time
I promise I’ll help you
If only you’ll let me back inside
Say that it’s over
Tell me the truth just one last time
I promise I’ll help you
If only you’ll let me back inside
Say that it’s over
I don’t wanna hear another lie
I just wanna help you
Please won’t you let me back insidemore