Not Gonna Cry
Not Gonna Cry

Emma Steinbakken - Not Gonna Cry Lyrics

This track is a poignant exploration of heartbreak and self-empowerment. The protagonist grapples with the aftermath of a toxic relationship, expressing feelings of betrayal and hurt. However, the narrative takes a turn as she decides to take control of her… Read more

Aug 9, 2019
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Not Gonna Cry Lyrics

I know it's not supposed to be easy
Pouring out the bottled up feelings
But I didn't think it would be this hard
Walking to school with a broken heart
And the jacket 'round my waist feels stupid
I don't know why the hell we do this
Saying I'm sorry like I'm the one
Who's picking us apart for fun
Why am I feeling like this?
Why am I feeling like shit?
Why am I all in pieces?
I don't even need this, oh oh
Why am I on the bedroom floor?

With paranoia and painkillers
Washing away all these feelings
But I know, I know, I know
I'm not gonna cry for you
Choking all these thoughts I'm thinking
You're a cigarette and I'm quitting
I know, I know, I know
I'm not gonna cry for you
I'm not gonna cry for you

You smell of cigarettes and perfume
No one fucks me up like you do
And maybe you thought I would play along
I'd rather be dancing on my own
Do you really think that I'm stupid?
Of course I heard all the rumors
But all of the grenades you threw
They just made me bulletproof
I'm done with feeling like this
Done with feeling like shit
Done with being in pieces
I don't even need this, oh oh
I'm done with laying on the floor

With paranoia and painkillers
Washing away all these feelings
But I know, I know, I know
I'm not gonna cry for you
Choking all these thoughts I'm thinking
You're a cigarette and I'm quitting
But I know, I know, I know
I'm not gonna cry for you
I'm not gonna cry for you
I'm not gonna cry for you
I'm not gonna cry for you

Writer(s): Dag Holtan-Hartwig, Emma Steinbakken, Halvor Folstad
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of Not Gonna Cry?

This track is a poignant exploration of heartbreak and self-empowerment. The protagonist grapples with the aftermath of a toxic relationship, expressing feelings of betrayal and hurt. However, the narrative takes a turn as she decides to take control of her emotions, refusing to shed tears over someone who has caused her pain. The references to 'cigarettes' symbolize her ex-partner's harmful impact on her life, which she's now determined to quit. Through this painful journey, she develops resilience - becoming 'bulletproof' against the emotional grenades thrown at her. Ultimately, this song illustrates the process of healing from emotional trauma and reclaiming one's strength and independence. #EmotionalResilience #SelfEmpowerment

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