If I Were You Lyrics – Deep Purple

[Verse 1: Deep Purple] The narrator describes being hit with a "cheap shot" and left face down in the dirt, symbolizing a deep betrayal that was unexpected and particularly painful because it came from someone close. This betrayal is portrayed as sudden and unforeseen, catching the narrator off guard and leaving them hurt and disoriented.

[Chorus: Deep Purple] The repeated line "If I were you" signifies the narrator's attempt to empathize with the betrayer's perspective, yet it also implies a struggle to understand and reconcile the actions that caused the pain. The chorus suggests a conflict between the desire to forgive and the deep-seated hurt that makes reconciliation difficult.

[Verse 2: Deep Purple] The narrator acknowledges the betrayer's attempt to make amends and move past the incident, but they express doubt and hesitation. The phrase "It all belongs to yesterday" indicates that the hurt is still fresh and that moving forward seems almost impossible. The lines about love and betrayal not being friends highlight the inherent conflict and the difficulty of restoring trust once it has been broken.

[Chorus: Deep Purple] The chorus reiterates the struggle to forgive and forget. The narrator emphasizes that getting back together is the last thing on their mind due to the lack of trust and the lingering hurt. The line "Without that feeling it goes against the grain" reinforces the idea that the relationship can never return to its previous state because the emotional connection has been fundamentally altered.

[Bridge: Deep Purple] The narrator reflects on their emotional state, indicating a need to cool down and think clearly before making any decisions. The repeated contemplation of "If I were you" suggests an ongoing internal debate about whether reconciliation is possible or even desirable.

[Outro: Deep Purple] The repeated phrase "If I were you" in the outro underscores the ongoing introspection and the unresolved nature of the conflict. The narrator is left contemplating their next steps and the future of the relationship, highlighting the deep impact of betrayal and the complex process of healing and forgiveness.