Sun rays come down
as seen when they hit the ground
Children spinning around
Til'they fall down down down
I wait for you
It's been two hours now
and you're still somewhere in town
your dinner's getting cold
I rest my case
you are always this late
and you know how much I hate
waiting around, round, round
Bitter heart, bitter heart
tries to keep it all inside
Bitter heart, bitter heart
shadows will help you try to hide
Bitter heart my bitter heart
is getting just a little fragile
Bitter heart, bitter heart
of mine
And then you come
and tell me the same reason
that you did yesterday
so tell me what's her name
du du du du ～～
Bitter heart, bitter heart
tries to keep it all inside
Bitter heart, bitter heart
shadows will help you try to hide
Bitter heart my bitter heart
is getting just a little fragile
Bitter heart, bitter heart
of mine
of mine
of mine
of mine
of mine
of mine
About This Song
"Bitter Heart" is a melancholic folk-pop ballad that captures the frustration and emotional exhaustion of waiting for someone who consistently disappoints you. Zee Avi's delicate vocals and gentle acoustic arrangements create an intimate atmosphere while exploring themes of unreciprocated effort in relationships and the gradual hardening of one's heart due to repeated letdowns. The song's imagery of children playing and dinners growing cold contrasts innocent joy with adult disappointment, while the recurring motif of waiting "around 'round 'round" emphasizes the cyclical nature of unfulfilled expectations. With its understated production and vulnerable storytelling, the track showcases Avi's ability to transform simple, everyday moments into poignant reflections on love and resilience. The song stands out for its honest portrayal of how small, repeated hurts can accumulate into emotional numbness, making it a quietly powerful entry in contemporary indie-folk.
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