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Slow It Down Benson Boone lyrics Lyrics

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Slow It Down Benson Boone lyrics lyrics - Benson Boone

Slow It Down Benson Boone lyrics Lyrics

[Verse 1] I'd never met you, but I wanted To invite you to the party Then you walked in with those green eyes Never stolen by nobody And they flicker to the future For a moment, I could picture Then you touch me and I come back And we're talking on the staircase 'Bout your big dreams on the big screens Out of Georgia, now you're lonely in this city Lyin' with me And you're scared it's movin' quickly Oh, now you're crying, you're in pieces 'Cause the only love you've ever known is Jesus I can feel it Oh, I hate that I'm the reason that you're [Pre-Chorus] In your head right now While your world is spinning out [Chorus] So slow it down Take a moment now We're too young to drown Deep in dirty waters Full of hopeless doubt Let me pull you out Let me hold you now Let me slow it down [Verse 2] Ain't it funny how it changes? How the future rearranges I get nervous, oh, I'm anxious Maybe loving you is dangerous I could lose you like the others Only girl that's never left me is my mother Oh, I love her And I know you'll probably hate it, but I'm [Pre-Chorus] In my head right now [Chorus] So slow it down Take a moment now We're too young to drown Deep in dirty waters Full of hopeless doubt Let me pull you out Let me hold you now Let me (Slow it down) [Breakdown] Slow it down When you're on the ground And you're crying I'm trying (Slow it down) To slow it down When you're spinning 'round In your head [Outro] (Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh) I'll help you slow it down

Slow It Down Benson Boone lyrics - English Translation

[Verso 1] Nunca te había conocido, pero quería Invitar a la fiesta Entonces entraste con esos ojos verdes Nunca robados por nadie Y parpadean hacia el futuro Por un momento, pude imaginarlo Luego me tocas y vuelvo en mí Y estamos hablando en la escalera De tus grandes sueños en las grandes pantallas De Georgia, ahora estás sola en esta ciudad Acostada conmigo Y tienes miedo de que todo avance rápido Oh, ahora estás llorando, estás hecha pedazos Porque el único amor que has conocido es Jesús Puedo sentirlo Oh, odio ser la razón por la que estás [Pre-Coro] En tu cabeza ahora Mientras tu mundo se descontrola [Coro] Así que ve más despacio Tómate un momento Somos demasiado jóvenes para ahogarnos En aguas turbias Llenas de dudas sin esperanza Déjame sacarte Déjame abrazarte ahora Déjame ir más despacio [Verso 2] ¿No es curioso cómo cambia? Cómo el futuro se reorganiza Me pongo nervioso, oh, estoy ansioso Quizás amarte es peligroso Podría perderte como a las demás La única chica que nunca me ha dejado es mi madre Oh, la amo Y sé que probablemente lo odiarás, pero estoy [Pre-Coro] En mi cabeza ahora [Coro] Así que ve más despacio Tómate un momento Somos demasiado jóvenes para ahogarnos En aguas turbias Llenas de dudas sin esperanza Déjame sacarte Déjame abrazarte ahora Déjame (ir más despacio) [Puente] Ve más despacio Cuando estés en el suelo Y estés llorando Lo intento (ve más despacio) Ir más despacio Cuando estés dando vueltas En tu cabeza [Outro] (Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh) Te ayudaré a ir más despacio

Meaning of Slow It Down Benson Boone lyrics

Benson Boone's 'Slow It Down' is a poignant exploration of young love's intensity and the anxiety that accompanies rapid emotional attachment. The song captures the universal fear of moving too fast in relationships while simultaneously craving deep connection. Through vivid imagery like 'green eyes never stolen by nobody' and 'dirty waters full of hopeless doubt,' Boone paints a picture of fragile intimacy where two vulnerable souls navigate love's complexities. The lyrics reveal psychological layers - the female subject's religious background ('only love you've ever known is Jesus') contrasts with the raw human connection she's experiencing, creating internal conflict. Boone masterfully uses water metaphors throughout ('too young to drown,' 'pull you out') to symbolize emotional overwhelm and the need for stability. The song resonates particularly with Gen Z listeners who grapple with modern dating's accelerated pace while seeking meaningful bonds. Musical elements like the gentle piano melody and Boone's vulnerable vocal delivery enhance the lyrical themes of hesitation and care. What makes 'Slow It Down' stand out is its dual perspective - while comforting his partner, the narrator admits his own fears ('maybe loving you is dangerous'), creating authentic relational tension. The track serves as both a romantic ballad and mental health anthem, addressing anxiety ('your world is spinning out') with compassionate solutions ('let me hold you now'). Its cultural relevance lies in speaking to a generation that values emotional intelligence in relationships while battling the pressures of fast-moving digital-era romance. [Note: This explanation provides key insights into the song's themes and emotions.]

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