Tightrope
Tightrope

Kelly Clarkson - Tightrope Lyrics

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Tightrope Lyrics

I'm on the tightrope
You've got your reasons
When did it get so hard to breathe?
Hide in the spotlight, I'm feelin' so tired
Your hands are burnt from holdin' me
And maybe you and I will fall in time
Eventually
Maybe we'll both die trying, but I can't bring
Myself to leave
'Cause I've looked

And I ain't seen nothin' like you
The way you light up every room tonight
So easily
And I have moved mountains, babe
Just to stumble and to long a grace and I
I still can't compete

You're on the tightrope
I've got my reasons
How did we get so tangled?
You turn, I stay straight
I bend as you break
We're so messed up but I know
That you and I will fall in time, eventually
Or maybe we'll both die trying

'Cause I ain't seen nothin' like you
The way you light up every room tonight
So easily
And I have moved mountains, babe
Just to stumble and to long a grace and I
I still can't compete

Oh, oh, hmm
Oh, oh, oh, hmm

Oh you and I will fall in time eventually
Or maybe we'll both die trying

'Cause I ain't seen nothin' like you
The way you light up every room tonight
So easily
And I have moved mountains, babe
Just to stumble and to long a grace and I
I still can't compete

Writer(s): GREGORY ALLAN N KURSTIN, THOMAS MARK HARMER NICHOLS
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who co-wrote Kelly Clarkson's song 'Tightrope'?

    'Tightrope' was co-written by Kelly Clarkson alongside Greg Kurstin, who also produced the track. Kurstin is known for his talent in production, which Clarkson praises, particularly for adding an orchestral element to the song's simple piano part.

  2. What unique element does Greg Kurstin bring to 'Tightrope'?

    Greg Kurstin adds a breathtaking orchestral production to 'Tightrope,' including harp and strings. Kelly Clarkson appreciated this enhancement, noting how it elevates the song while maintaining its simplicity and beauty. She credits Kurstin's talent for avoiding a Disney-like sound despite the orchestral elements.

  3. What instruments are featured in the production of 'Tightrope'?

    The production of 'Tightrope' features a harp and strings, contributing to its orchestral feel. This combination of instruments adds a rich, beautiful layer to the song's simple piano foundation, creating a compelling and tasteful sound.

  4. What inspired Kelly Clarkson to write 'Tightrope'?

    Kelly Clarkson wrote 'Tightrope' about a past relationship. She expresses the feeling of struggle and imbalance in trying to prove oneself, yet feeling as if it's not enough. The lyrics touch on themes of effort and resilience in difficult relationships.

  5. What metaphor does Kelly Clarkson use in the song 'Tightrope'?

    In 'Tightrope,' Kelly Clarkson uses the metaphor of walking on a tightrope to describe the precarious and delicate balance required in relationships. This metaphor effectively captures the tension and fine line often involved in maintaining emotional connections.

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