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Nobody's Supposed to Be Here Lyrics

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Nobody's Supposed to Be Here Lyrics

[Chorus:] How did you get here? Nobody's supposed to be here I've tried that love thing for the last time My heart says no, no! Nobody's supposed to be here But you came along and changed my mind I've spent all my life, on a search to find The love who'll stay for eternity The heaven sent to fulfill my needs But when I turn around Again, love has knocked me down My heart got broken, oh it hurt so bad I'm sad to say, love wins again So I placed my heart under lock and key To take some time, and take care of me But I turn around and you're standing here [Chorus] This time I swear I'm through But if only you knew How many times I've said those words Then fall again, when will I ever learn Knowing these tears I cry This lovely black butterfly Must take a chance, and spread my wings Love can make you do some crazy things So I placed my heart under lock and key To take some time, and take care of me But I turn around and you're standing here [Repeat chorus to fade]

Meaning of Nobody's Supposed to Be Here

“Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here” is a poignant ballad about a woman grappling with the overwhelming and unexpected return of love after a period of self-protection. The lyrics depict a cycle of heartbreak – she locks her heart away, attempting to shield herself from further pain, only to be repeatedly confronted by someone who disrupts her carefully constructed boundaries. Cox’s voice conveys deep sadness and frustration, wrestling with the feeling that love, despite her best efforts to avoid it, always finds a way to break through. The “black butterfly” metaphor symbolizes a chance encounter leading to a dangerous, yet irresistible, attraction. Ultimately, the song explores the complex emotions of vulnerability, regret, and the frustrating realization that even when you try to resist, love possesses an undeniable power – a force that compels her to surrender once more, questioning if she’ll ever truly learn from these repeated falls.

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Nobody's Supposed to Be Here Lyrics