liMOusIne (feat. Bring Me The Horizon)
AURORA
The Dark Ride of Love and Despair
AURORA's song "liMOusIne (feat. Bring Me The Horizon)" delves into the tumultuous and often destructive nature of a toxic relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of emotional turmoil, self-sacrifice, and the desperate longing for validation from a partner. The recurring theme of being dragged down and feeling low like a basement suggests a sense of being trapped in a cycle of emotional abuse and degradation. The mention of writing songs for the narrator indicates a desire for recognition and importance in the eyes of the partner, despite the pain inflicted.
The imagery of physical and emotional pain is prevalent throughout the song. Phrases like "burnt out all my veins" and "soul crushin'" convey a sense of exhaustion and despair. The metaphor of cutting teeth on a diamond until it's rough highlights the idea of enduring hardship and suffering in the pursuit of something valuable, yet never feeling satisfied. The repeated references to a bellyache and bile suggest a visceral, almost physical reaction to the emotional distress experienced in the relationship.
The chorus, with its plea to be dragged down and the hope that the partner's songs are written for the narrator, underscores the complexity of the emotions involved. There's a mix of masochism and yearning for connection, even if it means enduring more pain. The imagery of being belted up in a limousine symbolizes being trapped in a luxurious yet confining situation, unable to escape the cycle of hurt. The song's climax, with its questions about the partner's reactions and the repeated query "Does it make you sick?", challenges the listener to confront the discomfort and sickness that such a relationship can cause.