Close To You Lyrics – Gracie Abrams

[Intro]
Gracie Abrams sets the tone for the song by repeating the phrase "close to you," signaling the central theme of her overwhelming desire to be near the person she longs for. The repetition emphasizes the intensity of her feelings, creating an atmosphere of yearning from the very beginning.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Gracie describes a scene where she is in a crowded, smoky room, observing others but feeling a sudden, powerful connection when she notices someone looking at her. Despite the chaotic environment, this moment becomes all-consuming for her, shifting her focus entirely to this person. The imagery of "pink light in June" adds a surreal, dreamlike quality to the experience, amplifying the sense of enchantment and fascination.

[Pre-Chorus]
Here, Gracie reveals the depth of her feelings, expressing a willingness to give up everything for this person, even though they don't know her name. This line captures the essence of unrequited love—where one person feels an overwhelming connection that isn't fully reciprocated, leading to a sense of longing and emotional turmoil.

[Chorus]
The chorus intensifies the theme of longing, with Gracie confessing her desire to be close to this person, even if it means enduring pain. The metaphor of "pull the trigger on the gun I gave you when we met" symbolizes her vulnerability, as she has handed over the power to hurt her. The imagery of breaking her heart and starting a fire suggests that she is willing to endure emotional destruction just to be near them.

[Post-Chorus]
The repetition of "close to you" in the post-chorus reinforces Gracie's obsessive longing, as she desperately wishes to be closer to this person, despite the potential consequences. The phrase "just let me be" indicates a sense of surrender, as if she is pleading for a chance to be with them, even if it means losing herself in the process.

[Verse 2]
In this verse, Gracie delves deeper into her infatuation, describing a cinematic moment where the person pulls her in and touches her, heightening her emotions to the point of feeling like she's "dying." The mention of "chemical override" and "ultraviolet" evokes a sense of overpowering, almost unnatural attraction, as if her feelings are beyond her control.

[Bridge]
The bridge serves as a brief, poignant moment where Gracie reiterates her burning desire for this person. The simplicity of this section underscores the intensity of her emotions, distilling them into a single, powerful sentiment.

[Outro]
In the outro, Gracie continues to repeat the phrase "close to you," driving home the persistence of her longing. The repetition in this section mirrors the ongoing, unresolved nature of her desire, as she remains fixated on being close to this person, unable to let go.