Original Lyrics
English
[Verse 1]
Keep me under the water completely
Never wanna learn to swim when you're the one holdin' me down
Drown me deep in the rivers of the valley
Lettin' my lungs succumb to sweet seductive sounds
[Chorus]
I ain't never been this deep before
And the more I sank, Lord, the more I swore
From the waterline to the ocean floor
Drowning's just a lover's chore
[Verse 2]
Sink me into every single sеcret you're keeping
When your hеart can't go no longer, I'll be there to carry us on
There God goes turnin' creeks in the rivers out of white snow
As you grin out the window into our front yard
[Chorus]
And I ain't never been this deep before
And the more I sank, Lord, the more I swore
From the waterline to the ocean floor
I say drowning's just a lover's chore
Yeah, I say drowning's just a lover's chore
[Outro]
Keep me under the water completely
Never wanna learn to swim when you're the one holdin' me down
Keep me under the water completely
Never wanna learn to swim when you're the one holdin' me down
Drown me deep in the rivers of the valley
Lettin' my lungs succumb to sweet seductive sounds
[Chorus]
I ain't never been this deep before
And the more I sank, Lord, the more I swore
From the waterline to the ocean floor
Drowning's just a lover's chore
[Verse 2]
Sink me into every single sеcret you're keeping
When your hеart can't go no longer, I'll be there to carry us on
There God goes turnin' creeks in the rivers out of white snow
As you grin out the window into our front yard
[Chorus]
And I ain't never been this deep before
And the more I sank, Lord, the more I swore
From the waterline to the ocean floor
I say drowning's just a lover's chore
Yeah, I say drowning's just a lover's chore
[Outro]
Keep me under the water completely
Never wanna learn to swim when you're the one holdin' me down
Translation
English
[Verso 1]
Manténme bajo el agua por completo
Nunca querré aprender a nadar si eres tú quien me retiene abajo
Ahógame en lo profundo de los ríos del valle
Dejando que mis pulmones sucumban a sonidos dulces y seductores
[Estribillo]
Nunca antes había estado a tanta profundidad
Y cuanto más me hundía, Señor, más juraba
Desde la superficie hasta el fondo del océano
Ahogarse es solo una tarea de amantes
[Verso 2]
Húndeme en cada secreto que guardas
Cuando tu corazón ya no pueda más, estaré allí para seguir adelante
Ahí va Dios convirtiendo arroyos en ríos gracias a la nieve blanca
Mientras sonríes mirando por la ventana hacia nuestro jardín delantero
[Estribillo]
Y nunca antes había estado a tanta profundidad
Y cuanto más me hundía, Señor, más juraba
Desde la superficie hasta el fondo del océano
Digo que ahogarse es solo una tarea de amantes
Sí, digo que ahogarse es solo una tarea de amantes
[Cierre]
Manténme bajo el agua por completo
Nunca querré aprender a nadar si eres tú quien me retiene abajo
Manténme bajo el agua por completo
Nunca querré aprender a nadar si eres tú quien me retiene abajo
Ahógame en lo profundo de los ríos del valle
Dejando que mis pulmones sucumban a sonidos dulces y seductores
[Estribillo]
Nunca antes había estado a tanta profundidad
Y cuanto más me hundía, Señor, más juraba
Desde la superficie hasta el fondo del océano
Ahogarse es solo una tarea de amantes
[Verso 2]
Húndeme en cada secreto que guardas
Cuando tu corazón ya no pueda más, estaré allí para seguir adelante
Ahí va Dios convirtiendo arroyos en ríos gracias a la nieve blanca
Mientras sonríes mirando por la ventana hacia nuestro jardín delantero
[Estribillo]
Y nunca antes había estado a tanta profundidad
Y cuanto más me hundía, Señor, más juraba
Desde la superficie hasta el fondo del océano
Digo que ahogarse es solo una tarea de amantes
Sí, digo que ahogarse es solo una tarea de amantes
[Cierre]
Manténme bajo el agua por completo
Nunca querré aprender a nadar si eres tú quien me retiene abajo
Meaning & Explanation
Drowning” is a deeply emotional love song that uses water and drowning as powerful metaphors for complete emotional surrender. Rather than portraying drowning as something frightening, Zach Bryan presents it as a symbol of being fully consumed by love. The narrator willingly gives himself over to another person, accepting the vulnerability and risk that come with a deep romantic connection.
In the opening verse, the lines about being held underwater and never wanting to learn to swim suggest that the narrator does not want to escape the relationship, even if it leaves him feeling overwhelmed. Normally, swimming represents survival and independence, but here he chooses dependence because he trusts the person he loves. The “sweet seductive sounds” symbolize the irresistible attraction and comfort he finds in this relationship.
The chorus expands on this idea by describing a journey from the “waterline to the ocean floor.” This progression represents moving deeper and deeper into love and emotional commitment. As he sinks further, he becomes more convinced of his feelings. Instead of resisting, he embraces the experience. The phrase “drowning’s just a lover’s chore” suggests that losing oneself in love is a natural part of being devoted to someone. Love requires vulnerability, sacrifice, and the willingness to give a piece of yourself to another person.
In the second verse, the narrator expresses a desire to know every secret his partner carries. He wants to share not only the joyful moments but also the burdens and struggles. When he says he will be there when their heart can no longer carry on, it reflects loyalty and unconditional support. This portrays love as a partnership where both people help each other through difficult times.
The imagery of God turning creeks into rivers and white snow adds a spiritual and natural dimension to the song. It highlights the beauty and unpredictability of life and love. Even as the world changes around them, the narrator finds peace in simple moments, such as watching his partner smile out the window toward their shared future.
Overall, “Drowning” is not about danger or loss. It is about complete trust, devotion, and emotional immersion. The song celebrates the idea that true love often means surrendering control and allowing yourself to be deeply affected by another person. Through poetic imagery and heartfelt lyrics, Zach Bryan portrays love as an overwhelming but beautiful force that is worth embracing, no matter how deep the waters become.
In the opening verse, the lines about being held underwater and never wanting to learn to swim suggest that the narrator does not want to escape the relationship, even if it leaves him feeling overwhelmed. Normally, swimming represents survival and independence, but here he chooses dependence because he trusts the person he loves. The “sweet seductive sounds” symbolize the irresistible attraction and comfort he finds in this relationship.
The chorus expands on this idea by describing a journey from the “waterline to the ocean floor.” This progression represents moving deeper and deeper into love and emotional commitment. As he sinks further, he becomes more convinced of his feelings. Instead of resisting, he embraces the experience. The phrase “drowning’s just a lover’s chore” suggests that losing oneself in love is a natural part of being devoted to someone. Love requires vulnerability, sacrifice, and the willingness to give a piece of yourself to another person.
In the second verse, the narrator expresses a desire to know every secret his partner carries. He wants to share not only the joyful moments but also the burdens and struggles. When he says he will be there when their heart can no longer carry on, it reflects loyalty and unconditional support. This portrays love as a partnership where both people help each other through difficult times.
The imagery of God turning creeks into rivers and white snow adds a spiritual and natural dimension to the song. It highlights the beauty and unpredictability of life and love. Even as the world changes around them, the narrator finds peace in simple moments, such as watching his partner smile out the window toward their shared future.
Overall, “Drowning” is not about danger or loss. It is about complete trust, devotion, and emotional immersion. The song celebrates the idea that true love often means surrendering control and allowing yourself to be deeply affected by another person. Through poetic imagery and heartfelt lyrics, Zach Bryan portrays love as an overwhelming but beautiful force that is worth embracing, no matter how deep the waters become.
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