Take my Hand
5 Seconds of Summer Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴A painted heart on a sidewalk
A bleeding sun on a silver screen
I feel my ego when I talk
Lost myself in the in between
Lustful eyes filled with love now
Sending in every cavalry
A few more souls on the bus now
Always hits me
I'm always shifting
Take my hand, now and forever
Where I stand, how can you live and let die?
Young man, look in the mirror
Take my hand and don't you ever let go
(Take my hand, now and forever)
(Take my hand, now and forever)
Don't you ever let go
(Take my hand, now and forever)
(Take my hand, now and forever)
Told myself maybe someday
I'd fall down from the centerpiece
I treat my mind like an ashtray
I owe you an apology
Breaking plans on a Sunday
With myself maybe make some peace
I forgot every birthday
Open eyes right at twenty-three
Always hits me, yeah
I'm always shifting
Take my hand, now and forever
Where I stand, how can you live and let die?
Young man, look in the mirror
Take my hand and don't you ever let go
(Take my hand, now and forever)
(Take my hand, now and forever)
Don't you ever let go
(Take my hand, now and forever)
(Take my hand, now and forever)
Pick apart all of the pieces, well, I'm running out of time
Iron out all of the creases and just hang it out to dry
Shallow hearts for shallow minds that ache to be alive
You fall apart and redefine what keeps you up at night
Oh, take my hand, now and forever
Where I stand just as you're losing yourself again
Look in the mirror
Take my hand, now and forever
Where I stand, how can you live and let die?
Young man, look in the mirror
Take my hand and don't you ever let go
(Take my hand, now and forever)
(Take my hand, now and forever)
Don't you ever let go
(Take my hand, now and forever)
(Take my hand, now and forever)
Overall Meaning
The lyrics of "Take My Hand" by 5 Seconds of Summer depict a sense of self-discovery and reflection. The opening lines talk about a "painted heart on a sidewalk" and a "bleeding sun on a silver screen," which can be interpreted as the juxtaposition between the idealized versions of love and life portrayed in media versus the reality. The singer mentions feeling their ego when they talk, suggesting a struggle with maintaining authenticity in their interactions. They also mention getting lost in the in-between, possibly referring to a state of confusion or uncertainty.
The second verse introduces the theme of longing and the desire for connection. The singer describes "lustful eyes filled with love" and the arrival of more people on the bus, reflecting a yearning for meaningful relationships. They then express regret for breaking promises and forgetting important occasions, indicating a tendency to neglect personal connections. Opening their eyes at the age of seventeen and twenty-three may symbolize moments of self-realization or awakening.
Throughout the song, the lyrics emphasize the idea of constantly shifting and evolving. This could refer to the singer's personal growth, their changing perspectives, or their ongoing search for identity and meaning. The repeated plea to "take my hand" suggests a need for support, guidance, and the desire for someone to accompany them on their journey.
Overall, "Take My Hand" captures the themes of self-discovery, longing for connection, and the challenges of navigating personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
A painted heart on a sidewalk
A symbol of love expressed in an unexpected and overlooked place
A bleeding sun on a silver screen
A powerful and emotional image portrayed in a fictional world
I feel my ego when I talk
I become aware of my self-importance and need for attention when I speak
Lost myself in the in between
I have become lost and uncertain in the transitional phases of life
Lustful eyes filled with love now
Eyes filled with desire and longing, but also genuine affection
Sending in every cavalry
Calling for help and support from all possible sources
A few more souls on the bus now
Adding a few more companions to my journey through life
Shut my eyes right at seventeen
Closing my eyes and refusing to face the realities of adulthood
Always hits me
I am always affected and impacted
I'm always shifting
I am constantly changing and evolving
Take my hand, now and forever
Let us join hands and stay together for eternity
Where I stand, how can you live and let die?
If you understand my perspective, how can you allow things to end so abruptly?
Young man, look in the mirror
A message to a young person to reflect upon themselves and their actions
Take my hand and don't you ever let go
Hold tightly to my hand and never release it
(Take my hand, now and forever)
Reiterating the plea to hold hands indefinitely
Don't you ever let go
Emphasizing the importance of not disconnecting from one another
Told myself maybe someday
I have convinced myself that in the future, things will be different
I'd fall down from the centerpiece
I would no longer be the main focus or center of attention
I treat my mind like an ashtray
I neglect and mistreat my thoughts and emotions
I owe you an apology
I need to apologize to someone for my actions
Breaking plans on a Sunday
Canceling commitments and responsibilities on a day of rest
With myself maybe make some peace
Finding inner harmony and reconciliation within myself
I forgot every birthday
I have failed to remember and acknowledge important milestones in others' lives
Open eyes right at twenty-three
Becoming fully aware and conscious at a young age
Pick apart all of the pieces, well, I'm running out of time
Analyzing and dissecting every aspect of my life, realizing that time is slipping away
Iron out all of the creases and just hang it out to dry
Smooth out all the difficulties and challenges, allowing them to be resolved naturally
Shallow hearts for shallow minds that ache to be alive
Superficial emotions and thoughts yearning for a deeper and more meaningful existence
You fall apart and redefine what keeps you up at night
When facing hardships and breakdowns, you discover new reasons for your sleepless nights
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Luke Robert Hemmings
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