CHIHIRO Lyrics - Billie Eilish

This song by Billie Eilish explores themes of love, loss, and uncertainty. The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship on the brink of collapse, filled with doubt and longing. Here's a breakdown of the song's structure.

[Verse 1]
To take my love away
When I come back around, will I know what to say?
Said you won't forget my name
Not today, not tomorrow
Kinda strange, feelin' sorrow
I got change (Yup), you could borrow (Borrow)
When I come back around, will I know what to say?
Not today, maybe tomorrow

Explanation of Verse 1:
 The singer expresses fear of returning to a love that might be gone. They offer help but wonder if their feelings will be reciprocated.

[Chorus]
Open up the door, can you open up the door?
I know you said before you can't cope with any more
You told me it was war, said you'd show me what's in store
I hope it's not for sure, can you open up the door?

Explanation of   Chorus:
 The central plea of the song - the singer begs for the return of their love, acknowledging past struggles and hoping for a chance to rebuild.

[Refrain]
Did you take
My love away
From me? Me
Me

Explanation of   Refrain: 
A short repetitive section emphasizing the feeling of loss and separation.

[Verse 2]
Saw your seat at the counter when I looked away
Saw you turn around, but it wasn't your face
Said, "I need to be alone now, I'm takin' a break"
How come when I rеturned, you were gonе away?
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Explanation of   Verse 2:
 The singer describes a missed encounter, highlighting the feeling of disconnection and confusion. There's a mention of seeing someone else, but it's unclear if it's a new relationship or a mistaken identity.

{Bridge}
I don't, I don't know why I called
I don't know you at all
I don't know you
Not at all
I don't, I don't know why I called
I don't know you at all
I don't know you

Explanation of   Bridge:
 The singer admits to not truly knowing the person they love, creating a sense of insecurity within the relationship.

[Refrain]
Did you take
My love away
From me? Me

Explanation of   Refrain: 
A short repetitive section emphasizing the feeling of loss and separation.

[Interlude]
And that's when you found me

Explanation of   Interlude:
 A brief moment of connection, a spark of recognition amidst the uncertainty.

{Verse No. 3}
I was waitin' in the garden
Contemplatin', beg your pardon
But there's a part of me that recognizes you
Do you feel it too?
When you told me it was serious
Were you serious? Mm
They told me they were only curious
Now it's serious, mm

Explanation of   Verse 3:
 The singer contemplates the   possibility of rekindling the love. They search for a deeper connection and question the seriousness of their partner's feelings.

[Chorus]
Open up the door, can you open up the door?
I know you said before you can't cope with any more
You told me it was war, said you'd show me what's in store
I hope it's not for sure, can you open up the door?

Explanation of   Chorus: 
The plea for reconciliation repeats, emphasizing the urgency and desperation.

[Post-Chorus]
Wringing my hands in my lap
And they tell me it's all been a trap
And you don't know if you'll make it back
I said, "No, don't say that"

Explanation of   Post-Chorus:
 A dark turn as the singer is presented with the possibility that the relationship is a trap, and there's no way back.

[Outro]
(Wringing my hands in my lap)
(And you tell me it's all been a trap)
(And you don't know if you'll make it back)
(But I said, "No, don't say that")
(Wringing my hands in my lap)
(Tell me it's all been a trap)
(Don't know if you'll make it back)
(Don't say that)
Hm-hm

Explanation of   Outro:
 The song ends with a repetitive section highlighting the singer's emotional turmoil and their desperate hope for things to not be as bleak as they seem.

OVERALL
The title Chihiro is most likely a reference to the movie Spirited Away by Hayao Miyazaki. The film features a young girl named Chihiro who enters a spirit world and must overcome challenges to save herself and her parents. This connection adds a layer of interpretation, suggesting the song might be about a transformative experience or a journey of self-discovery.