Before It Breaks
Before It Breaks

Brandi Carlile - Before It Breaks Lyrics

In this emotionally charged ballad, Brandi Carlile explores the themes of resilience and vulnerability in the face of a strained relationship. The lyrics convey a poignant dialogue where the protagonist grapples with feelings of loneliness and the desire for… Read more

Singer/Songwriter
May 3, 2011
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Before It Breaks Lyrics

Around here, it's the hardest time of year
Waking up, the days are even gone
Feel the collar of my coat
Lord help me, cannot help the cold
Feel the raindrops sting my eyes
I keep them closed

But I'm feelin' no pain
I'm a little lonely and my quietest friend
Have I the moonlight? Have I let you in?
Say it ain't so, say I'm happy again

Say it's over, say I'm dreaming
Say I'm better than you left me
Say you're sorry, I can take it
Say you'll wait, say you won't
Say you love me, say you don't
I can make my own mistakes
Let it bend before it breaks

I'm all right, don't I seem to be?
Aren't I swinging on the stars?
Don't I wear 'em on my sleeve?
But when you're looking for a crossroads
It happens every day
And whichever way you turn
I'm gonna turn the other way

Say it's over, say I'm dreaming
Say I'm better than you left me
Say you're sorry, I can take it
Say you'll wait, say you won't
Say you love me, say you don't
I can make my own mistakes
Learn to let it bend before it breaks

Oh

Say it's over, say I'm dreaming
Say I'm better than you left me
Say you're sorry, I can take it
Say you'll wait, say you won't
Say you love me, say you don't
I can make my own mistakes
Let it bend before it breaks

Writer(s): Brandi M. Carlile, Timothy Jay Hanseroth, Phillip John Hanseroth
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Before It Breaks?

In this emotionally charged ballad, Brandi Carlile explores the themes of resilience and vulnerability in the face of a strained relationship. The lyrics convey a poignant dialogue where the protagonist grapples with feelings of loneliness and the desire for closure or reconciliation. By urging to "let it bend before it breaks," Carlile emphasizes the importance of flexibility and endurance in relationships, suggesting that bending—compromising or adjusting expectations—can prevent an irreparable break. The song captures the complex balance between holding on and letting go, ultimately advocating for personal strength and self-acceptance in difficult emotional circumstances.

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