Every Step I Take (Every Move I Make) (The Hassles)

Billy Joel's song "Every Step I Take (Every Move I Make)" by The Hassles delves into the emotional turmoil of dealing with a lost love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is haunted by memories of a past relationship. The recurring thoughts of the girl he once loved dominate his mind, making it difficult for him to move on. This constant preoccupation with his former lover is evident in lines like "Everything I do, I'm thinking thoughts of only you, girl" and "Everywhere I go, dreams of you will always follow." The song captures the essence of how deeply love can embed itself into one's psyche, making every action and thought a reminder of what once was.

The chorus, "Every step I take, every move I make, I'm trying to scare my life without you," highlights the struggle of trying to live a life without the person who once meant everything. The use of the word "scare" suggests a sense of fear and uncertainty about the future without his significant other. This fear is compounded by the realization that a part of him will always be connected to her, as expressed in the line, "A part of me was that girl." The song poignantly captures the internal conflict of wanting to move forward while being unable to let go of the past.

The imagery in the lyrics, such as "I closed my eyes and see a picture of your face before me" and "Upon my lips I feel it turned a kiss, you're almost real," adds a layer of depth to the song. These lines convey the intensity of his longing and the almost tangible presence of his lost love. The repetition of the word "girl" at the end of the song emphasizes the lingering impact she has on his life. Billy Joel's emotive delivery and the melancholic melody further enhance the song's theme of enduring heartache and the difficulty of moving on from a profound emotional connection.