Lyric discussion by iamthenightstars 

Cover art for Like Knives lyrics by City and Colour

Seems to me that this song is about a breakup.

The first paragraph symbolizes a fight.

In the 2nd, he blames himself for relying on something he thought would keep them together.

Then in the third, he remembers the good times he had with her and realizes that he can only remember and nothing more.

He asks "Can I have you?" in hope of bringing the relationship back to life.

Brilliant song