You Go Your Way Lyrics – Perrie

[Intro]
The song opens with the phrase "You go your way, I'll go mine," introducing the theme of separation right from the start. Perrie sets the tone for the rest of the song, where the focus is on navigating the emotional challenges of going separate ways while trying to reassure herself that it will be okay.

[Verse 1]
In this verse, Perrie reflects on the growing distance between herself and the other person. She drives home, contemplating the silence between them, and hoping for the other person to speak first. This verse portrays the awkwardness and discomfort that often accompany the realization that a relationship is nearing its end.

[Chorus]
The chorus repeats the key line, "You go your way, I'll go mine," emphasizing the inevitability of separation. Perrie tries to reassure herself that things will be okay, yet there is an underlying fear and uncertainty, as she repeats "okay" almost like a mantra, trying to convince herself of it.

[Verse 2]
In this section, Perrie describes a moment of humor in the midst of the tension, where the other person makes a joke, momentarily breaking the seriousness of the situation. However, despite this lightheartedness, she knows that in the future, they will look back and laugh, but for now, the fear of separation remains strong.

[Post-Chorus]
Here, Perrie reveals that while she is finding her own way, she is encouraging the other person to move on as well. Yet, she admits that it's hard for her to say these words, reflecting the emotional struggle of letting go even when it's the right decision.

[Verse 3]
In this verse, Perrie asks whether they believe they will ever meet again, expressing her deep fear of the unknown future. She contemplates stopping the car to avoid facing the reality of what comes next, as the weight of saying goodbye becomes overwhelming.

[Bridge]
The bridge brings a sense of bittersweet hope, as Perrie imagines that despite the pain now, they might look back in five years and smile at what they went through. This moment adds a layer of optimism to the song, suggesting that time might heal the wounds of separation.

[Chorus]
The repetition of the chorus, now interspersed with more emotional inflection, drives home the central message of parting ways while holding on to the hope that things will eventually be okay.