Red Flags Lyrics – Rachel Lorin
Red Flags Song Lyrics
[Verse 1: Rachel Lorin]
I'll never understand how you call yourself a man
With your hands wrapped around my throat
Pushing me around, kick me when I'm down
How could anybody be so cold
[Pre-Chorus: Rachel Lorin]
All the signs kept telling me that I should fμcκ¡ng run
I just kept avoiding and mistaking it for love
'Cause my heart won't believe when my brain is telling me to leave
[Chorus: Rachel Lorin]
So I made a promise, I wouldn't fall for this
I'll never let you haunt me again
If I'm being honest, we never could solve this
I hate that I fell back in your bed
I finally see the red flags, blood red
Red flags, blood red
Red flags, blood red
Red flags, blood red
[Verse 2: Rachel Lorin]
You smile when I'm scared, pull me by my hair
Hide the bruises, wipe the tears
Then shower me with flowers, begging me for hours
To say nothing happened here
[Pre-Chorus: Rachel Lorin]
All the signs kept telling me that I should fμcκ¡ng run
I just kept avoiding and mistaking it for love
'Cause my heart won't believe when my brain is telling me to leave
[Chorus: Rachel Lorin]
So I made a promise, I wouldn't fall for this
I'll never let you haunt me again
If I'm being honest, we never could solve this
I hate that I fell back in your bed
I finally see the red flags, blood red (Oh-oh)
Red flags, blood red (Oh-oh)
Red flags, blood red (Oh-oh)
Red flags, blood red (Oh-oh)
[Post-Chorus: Rachel Lorin]
Red flags, blood red
Red flags, blood red
Red flags, blood red
Red flags, blood red, red, red, red, red
[Bridge: Rachel Lorin]
I'll never understand how you call yourself a man
With your hands wrapped around my throat
I'll never understand how you call yourself a man
With your hands wrapped around my throat
[Chorus: Rachel Lorin]
So I made a promise, I wouldn't fall for this
I'll never let you haunt me again
If I'm being honest, we never could solve this
I hate that I fell back in your bed
I finally see the red flags, blood red (Oh-oh)
Red flags, blood red (Oh-oh)
Red flags, blood red (Oh-oh)
Red flags, blood red
Red Flags Lyrics Explained
The lyrics of "Red Flags" by Rachel Lorin explores the toxic dynamics of an abusive relationship. It delves into the struggles of recognizing warning signs ("red flags") indicating emotional and physical abuse, yet feeling trapped due to conflicting emotions of love and fear. Through vivid imagery and emotional depth, the lyrics depict the cycle of abuse, manipulation, and eventual realization, empowering the narrator to break free from the destructive cycle and reclaim her autonomy.
[Verse 1]
In this verse, the narrator expresses disbelief and frustration towards her abusive partner, questioning his masculinity ("how you call yourself a man") as he physically assaults her ("hands wrapped around my throat"). She recounts the painful experiences of being pushed around and kicked when vulnerable, highlighting the extreme cruelty and callousness of the abuser.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus reflects on the internal conflict faced by the narrator. Despite recognizing the warning signs advising her to leave the abusive relationship, she struggles to accept the reality due to emotional attachment ("mistaking it for love"). The juxtaposition between her heart and brain symbolizes the emotional turmoil and cognitive dissonance experienced in abusive dynamics.
[Chorus]
In the chorus, the narrator makes a resolution to break free from the toxic cycle of abuse. She acknowledges the futility of trying to resolve the issues within the relationship ("we never could solve this") and expresses regret for succumbing to her abuser's manipulation ("hate that I fell back in your bed"). The repetition of "red flags, blood red" emphasizes the severity and danger of the warning signs she ignored.
[Verse 2]
Continuing the narrative, the second verse delves deeper into the manipulative tactics employed by the abuser. Despite inflicting harm, he displays affection and remorse, attempting to conceal the abuse with false displays of affection ("shower me with flowers"). The verse portrays the insidious nature of emotional manipulation and the struggle to distinguish genuine love from manipulation.
[Post-Chorus]
The post-chorus reinforces the theme of recognizing warning signs ("red flags") and the urgency of acknowledging them. The repetition emphasizes the significance of not ignoring the danger signals present in the relationship.
[Bridge]
Reiterating the disbelief and frustration towards the abuser, the bridge serves as a poignant reminder of the violence and control exerted over the narrator ("hands wrapped around my throat"). It encapsulates the recurring cycle of abuse and the difficulty in understanding the abuser's actions.
[Chorus]
The final chorus reaffirms the narrator's determination to break free from the abusive relationship. Despite the pain and regret, she finds strength in recognizing the warning signs ("red flags, blood red") and vows to no longer be haunted by her abuser's manipulation and violence.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- Rachel Lorin (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Producer(s)
- All The Sauce, Cvrt Martin, Elliot Sorgen & Rob Endling
- Writter(s)
- Cvrt Martin, Elliot Sorgen, Josh Rabenold, Kane Churko, Rachel Lorin, Robert Phipps & Sean Patrick Kennedy
- Released On
- November 19, 2019
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FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Red Flags" song?
"Red Flags" song is sung by Rachel Lorin.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Red Flags" song?
"Red Flags" song lyrics written by Cvrt Martin, Elliot Sorgen, Josh Rabenold, Kane Churko, Rachel Lorin, Robert Phipps & Sean Patrick Kennedy.
Who is the music producer of "Red Flags" song?
"Red Flags" song music composed & produced by All The Sauce, Cvrt Martin, Elliot Sorgen & Rob Endling.
When was "Red Flags" song released?
"Red Flags" song was released on November 19, 2019.