Breaking It Up Lyrics

Lyric discussion by eyes0nfire 

Cover art for Breaking It Up lyrics by Lykke Li

It comes across like the relationship she is in, is on the verge of becoming a long distance type thing.

     If you're going abroad I can't help you
     If you're crossing the street I might be there

Despite her wanting to continue on with the relationship, she knows deep down that even if this a person she wants to be with and fall in love with, it will eventually lead to a break up. She isn't letting herself fall in love knowing this, but she is compelled to stick with them, maybe desperately hoping that it will all work out. She is preparing for the moment that when it turns south, she will be the one dropping the last like and breaking it up. Very contradicting tones in the music, of wanting to be with someone, and on the other hand, you are preparing for the inevitable end.

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