Litost
Litost

X Ambassadors - Litost Lyrics

This emotionally charged narrative explores themes of anguish, regret, and the complexities of a troubled relationship. The protagonist reflects on the turmoil caused by an intense yet toxic love, symbolized by recurring motifs of emotional wounds and… Read more

May 7, 2013
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Litost Lyrics

What have I done?
With my heart on the floor
I must be out of my mind
To come back begging for more
But if you stay
If you just stay for the night
Swear that I'm yours
And I'll prove that I'm right

And these flies kept me sleeping
All my fears on their wings
And your grandfather clock is still ticking
But the chime never rings
And how long must I stay?
Will I lay by your side
Just to say that I'm yours
And you'll never be mine

With this love like a hole
Swallow my soul
Draggin me down
And there's blood on the covers
From the curses we uttered
To each other
You played your part in this

Why play hide and go seek?
Safe behind your veneer
Does it bury your burden baby?
Makes it all disappear
But those marks on your thighs
Don't they sting when you bleed?
It's the way that you are
And the way I'll forever be

With this love like a hole
Swallow my soul
Draggin me down
And there's blood on the covers
From the curses we uttered
To each other
You played your part

With this love like a hole
Swallowed my soul
Draggin me down
And I swear I'll stay with you
But I just can't forgive you
And I'll never be whole again

Writer(s): ADAM LEVIN, CASEY WAKELEY HARRIS, NOAH G FELDSHUH, SAMUEL NELSON HARRIS
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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What is the Meaning of Litost?

This emotionally charged narrative explores themes of anguish, regret, and the complexities of a troubled relationship. The protagonist reflects on the turmoil caused by an intense yet toxic love, symbolized by recurring motifs of emotional wounds and haunting memories. The verses convey deep vulnerability, illustrating an internal battle between a yearning for connection and the recognition of irreparable damage. The "love like a hole" metaphor vividly depicts the consuming and destructive nature of their bond, ultimately "dragging" the soul into darkness. The imagery of blood and curses accentuates the intensity of their conflicts and lingering pain. Despite the protagonist's expressed longing to reconcile ("Swear I'll stay with you"), an underlying feeling of irreversible loss and unfulfilled love persists ("And I'll never be whole again"). The song poignantly captures the paradox of being drawn to and devastated by a love that can neither heal nor be wholly abandoned.

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