One of my favourite songs on the new album, I love it. Excellent interpretation above me. I think that 'turning tables' is about him turning the tables on her when they're arguing, as alix says, but also makes me think of him turning tables in the literal sense. There are several things in the song that I think can be deliberately interpreted either metaphorically or literally, to mean he's either just emotionally abusive or physically violent. I especially like the "I won't let you close enough to hurt me" - she's emotionally distancing herself from the relationship, but also potentially protecting herself from his violent outbursts? Amazing song, and so catchy.
One of my favourite songs on the new album, I love it. Excellent interpretation above me. I think that 'turning tables' is about him turning the tables on her when they're arguing, as alix says, but also makes me think of him turning tables in the literal sense. There are several things in the song that I think can be deliberately interpreted either metaphorically or literally, to mean he's either just emotionally abusive or physically violent. I especially like the "I won't let you close enough to hurt me" - she's emotionally distancing herself from the relationship, but also potentially protecting herself from his violent outbursts? Amazing song, and so catchy.
Oh I hadn't thought about that perspective! ACK!! Adele just blows my mind!
Oh I hadn't thought about that perspective! ACK!! Adele just blows my mind!