Breathless

In 'Breathless,' Asking Alexandria delves deep into themes of self-destruction, inner turmoil, and the struggle for redemption. The song opens with a raw and aggressive plea for distance, indicating a profound awareness of the singer's own flaws and the harm they cause to others. The lyrics, 'I know that I have done wrong and continue to do so but without remorse,' reveal a sense of resignation to a path of self-destruction, acknowledging the inevitability of a lonely demise.

The recurring lines, 'I struggle to find myself this time' and 'Save yourself for a man with a conscience,' highlight the internal battle between the desire for self-improvement and the recognition of one's own unworthiness. The singer urges others to distance themselves, suggesting that they deserve better than what he can offer. This self-awareness is juxtaposed with a sense of hopelessness, as the singer admits to being lost and unable to find a way back to a better state of mind.

The chorus, 'I spend my days looking through pages, tryna find a way, to get away from me,' underscores the relentless search for escape from one's own destructive tendencies. The phrase 'a love to give that leaves you breathless' can be interpreted as a metaphor for a love that is intense but ultimately harmful. The repetition of 'I don't want to leave you breathless' signifies a desire to protect others from the pain caused by the singer's actions, even as he struggles to find redemption for himself. The song concludes with a stark acknowledgment of the lasting impact of past mistakes, yet it also carries a glimmer of hope with the assertion, 'This is not the end.'