stay done lyrics

Tate McRae

Think Later

Dec 8, 2023

English

"stay done" is a new English song by Tate McRae, published on the TateMcRae YouTube channel. The song was written by Tate McRae, Ryan Tedder, and Amy Allen, and produced by Ryan Tedder and Andrew DeRoberts. It is from the… Read More

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stay done Lyrics By Tate McRae

[Intro]
Oh-woah
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[Verse 1]
Hate that I'm always gonna have a side to me
That's still in awe when you're mad at me
You can't do it wrong in my eyes
I hate it that you gotta break somethin'
To realize we're at rock bottom
But kill me again 'cause the high's twice as high
Wish this bullshit would end
But we're back here again

[Chorus]
Yeah, I know we should break up
But I just can't stay done with you, you
When I take off my makeup
Go to bed, wanna wake up with you, you
We're best friends and enemies
We're good till you're dead to me, yeah
I told you, "Goodbye"
Like, hundred million times
I know I sound so dumb
But I just can't stay done with you
I just can't stay done with you

[Verse 2]
I hate it that I'm tryna call you up
When you're the thing that I'm runnin' from
The one-way street I can't get off (Oh, yeah)
I've been nothing less than cordial
But if we're really talkin' morals
Why'd you have to hit her up like that?
You should know it isn't normal

[Section: Intro]
The intro sets the emotional tone for the song, with Tate McRae vocalizing her feelings in a way that hints at the internal struggle she faces in the relationship.

[Section: Verse 1]
In the first verse, Tate McRae admits to having a side that admires her partner even when they are angry. She struggles with the realization that they only seem to understand their issues when they hit rock bottom. Despite the pain, she finds herself drawn back because the highs of their relationship are twice as high as the lows. This reflects the addictive nature of their emotional rollercoaster.

[Section: Chorus]
The chorus highlights Tate McRae’s internal conflict: she knows they should break up, but she can't seem to stay away. The intimacy and comfort of being with her partner make it hard to end things permanently. She describes their relationship as a mix of friendship and enmity, showcasing the love-hate dynamic. Despite numerous goodbyes, she feels foolish for being unable to stay done with her partner.

[Section: Verse 2]
In the second verse, Tate McRae expresses frustration at her own actions—calling her partner despite trying to avoid them. She describes their relationship as a one-way street she can't escape from. She also addresses her partner’s inappropriate actions, such as contacting someone else, which she sees as morally wrong. This highlights her struggle between wanting to maintain standards and being pulled back into the relationship.

[Section: Chorus]
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the recurring theme of knowing what’s best but being unable to follow through. Tate McRae's emotional conflict remains strong as she describes the cyclical nature of their relationship and her inability to stay done with her partner.

[Section: Outro]
The outro reinforces the central theme, with Tate McRae repeating her inability to stay away from her partner. The repetition emphasizes her ongoing struggle and the emotional grip the relationship has on her.

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About Song

The song delves into the complexities of a turbulent relationship where despite knowing that breaking up is the best option, the emotional attachment makes it difficult to stay apart. Tate McRae expresses the cyclical nature of their relationship, marked by repeated breakups and reconciliations. The lyrics explore themes of emotional conflict, attachment, and the difficulty of letting go even when it’s the logical choice.