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Bad Habits Lyrics

by Ed Sheeran

Lyricist: Ed Sheeran

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Bad Habits Lyrics

(One, two, three, four) Ooh, ooh Every time you come around, you know I can't say no Every time the sun goes down, I let you take control I can feel the paradise before my world implodes And tonight I had something wonderful My bad habits lead to late nights, endin' alone Conversations with a stranger I barely know Swearin' this will be the last but it probably won't I got nothin' left to lose, or use, or do My bad habits lead to wide eyes stare into space And I know I'll lose control of the things that I say Yeah, I was lookin' for a way out, now I can't escape Nothin' happens aftеr two, it's true, it's true My bad habits lead to you Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh My bad habits lеad to you Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh My bad habits lead to you Every pure intention ends when the good times start Fallin' over everything to reach the first time's spark It started under neon lights and then it all got dark I only know how to go too far My bad habits lead to late nights, endin' alone Conversations with a stranger I barely know Swearin' this will be the last but it probably won't I got nothin' left to lose, or use, or do My bad habits lead to wide eyes stare into space And I know I'll lose control of the things that I say Yeah, I was lookin' for a way out, now I can't escape Nothin' happens after two, it's true, it's true My bad habits lead to you Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh My bad habits lead to you Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh My bad habits lead to you We took the long way 'round And burned 'til the fun ran out, now My bad habits lead to late nights, endin' alone Conversations with a stranger I barely know Swearin' this will be the last but it probably won't I got nothin' left to lose, or use, or do My bad habits lead to wide eyes stare into space And I know I'll lose control of the things that I say Yeah, I was lookin' for a way out, now I can't escape Nothin' happens after two, it's true, it's true My bad habits lead to you Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh My bad habits lead to you Ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh My bad habits lead to you

Bad Habits - English Translation

(Uno, dos, tres, cuatro) Vaya, vaya Cada vez que vuelves a mí, sé que no puedo negarme Cada vez que el sol se hunde, te dejo tomar el control Siento el paraíso antes de que mi mundo se desmorone Y esta noche tuve algo maravilloso Mis malas costumbres me llevan a noches tardías, terminando solo Conversaciones con un extraño que apenas conozco Juro que será lo último, pero probablemente no lo será No tengo nada más que perder, o usar, o hacer Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ojos vidriosos mirando al espacio Y sé que perderé el control de las cosas que digo Sí, estaba buscando una salida, ahora no puedo escapar Nada pasa después de dos, es verdad, es verdad Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ti Vaya, vaya, vaya, vaya Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ti Vaya, vaya, vaya, vaya Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ti Cada buena intención termina cuando empiezan los buenos momentos Caemos sobre todo para alcanzar la chispa del primer tiempo Comenzó bajo luces de neón y luego todo se oscureció Solo sé cómo ir demasiado lejos Mis malas costumbres me llevan a noches tardías, terminando solo Conversaciones con un extraño que apenas conozco Juro que será lo último, pero probablemente no lo será No tengo nada más que perder, o usar, o hacer Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ojos vidriosos mirando al espacio Y sé que perderé el control de las cosas que digo Sí, estaba buscando una salida, ahora no puedo escapar Nada pasa después de dos, es verdad, es verdad Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ti Vaya, vaya, vaya, vaya Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ti Vaya, vaya, vaya, vaya Mis malas costumbres me llevan a ti

Meaning of Bad Habits

“Bad Habits,” Ed Sheeran’s pulsating synth-pop anthem, isn’t simply a catchy tune about reckless nights out; it’s a deeply melancholic exploration of self-destructive patterns and the frustrating inability to break free from them. The song’s core narrative revolves around a cyclical relationship fueled by “bad habits” – specifically, an attraction to fleeting, intense experiences that ultimately leave the narrator feeling isolated and lost. The repeated refrain, "My bad habits lead to you," immediately establishes this dynamic as a fundamental cause-and-effect, suggesting a seductive pull towards chaos and self-sabotage. Sheeran masterfully employs imagery of impending doom – “my world implodes,” “wide eyes stare into space” – to depict the disorientation and vulnerability that accompany these impulsive decisions. The lyric "Nothin' happens after two, it’s true, it’s true" acts as a stark acknowledgement of this repetitive pattern; a cruel observation that despite repeated attempts to change course, the trajectory remains stubbornly fixed. The “paradise” alluded to is not a place of genuine joy but rather a temporary escape, a manufactured high achieved through reckless behavior, immediately followed by an inevitable crash. The conversation with a "stranger I barely know" represents this superficial connection – a desperate attempt to fill a void with someone who offers no lasting solace, further reinforcing the feeling of loneliness that permeates the song. Sheeran uses “burning ‘til the fun ran out” as a potent metaphor for this destructive cycle, highlighting the unsustainable nature of seeking fulfillment in momentary pleasures. The repeated lines about having "nothing left to lose" expose a vulnerability and perhaps even a subconscious desire for self-destruction, suggesting a deeper struggle with identity and control. Ultimately, “Bad Habits” isn’t just about partying; it's an introspective confession about the difficulty of confronting ingrained behaviors. Sheeran’s delivery – vulnerable yet undeniably captivating – amplifies this sense of urgency and regret. The song's electronic production, driving beats, and layered vocals contribute to a feeling of being trapped in a relentless loop, mirroring the narrator's struggle to escape the gravitational pull of his own destructive tendencies. It’s a brutally honest portrayal of addiction, not necessarily to substances, but to unhealthy patterns of seeking validation and excitement, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of unease and empathy for the flawed human condition.

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