You got a blue heart
You got magic hands
You blow me candy kisses
We’ve got secret plans
I’m in a black box
But I can see the light
I’m on the other side of this paradise
We could run away
We could run away
Take me out this place
We could break the chains
We could run away
We could run away
Help me, please escape
We could break the chains
I got a lot of love, but I’m scared it’s gonna go to waste
Locked inside an empty room
How can I get through to you?
Lying on the floor I’m just a body in an open grave
I just wanna scream your name
I am gonna rise again
We could run away
We could run away
Take me out this place
We could break the chains
We could run away
We could run away
Help me, please escape
We could break the chains
I just wanna kiss your face
I just wanna have a taste
I am gonna break the chains, chains, oh, oh, oh-oh
I just wanna kiss your face
I just wanna have a taste
I am gonna break the chains, chains, oh, oh, oh-oh
We could run away
We could run away
Take me out this place
We could break the chains
We could run away
We could run away
Help me, please escape
We could break the chains
I just wanna kiss your face
I just wanna have a taste
I am gonna break the chains, chains, oh, oh, oh-oh
I just wanna kiss your face
I just wanna have a taste
I am gonna break the chains, chains, oh, oh, oh-oh
Breaking Free: The Emotional Power of “Chains”
Charli XCX’s “Chains” is a captivating exploration of yearning, vulnerability, and the desire for liberation. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of feeling confined—whether by circumstance, emotion, or personal doubts—yet holding onto hope for escape and transformation. The repeated motif of breaking chains symbolizes overcoming internal or external barriers, while the longing for connection is highlighted by intimate phrases like “I just wanna kiss your face.” The juxtaposition of darkness and light, fear and hope, gives the song an emotional depth that resonates with anyone who has felt trapped but still dreams of freedom. Charli’s evocative imagery and urgent melody turn personal struggle into a universal anthem of resilience and desire.
Song Credits
- Artist: Charli XCX
- Songwriters: Not specified