Push Me Away

Michael Jackson's 'Push Me Away' delves into the emotional turmoil of unrequited love and the pain of unfulfilled dreams. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is deeply in love but finds their affections unreciprocated. The opening lines, 'Live and sigh, crying eyes,' set a melancholic tone, highlighting the sorrow and longing that permeate the song. The repeated imagery of 'your touch, your heart, your warmth' suggests a deep yearning for intimacy and connection, which remains just out of reach.

The chorus, 'Don't you know / These dreams I wish could be / The real you and me,' underscores the central theme of the song: the disparity between dreams and reality. The protagonist dreams of a loving relationship, but in reality, they are met with rejection and distance. The repeated line, 'You push me away,' emphasizes the pain of being pushed away by someone they care deeply about. This rejection is not just physical but emotional, creating a sense of isolation and heartache.

The song also explores the contrast between day and night, reality and dreams. 'Darken days, go away / The nights are bright, dream and stay' suggests that the protagonist finds solace in their dreams, where their love is reciprocated. However, the harsh light of day brings them back to the painful reality of unrequited love. Michael Jackson's soulful delivery and the poignant lyrics combine to create a powerful narrative of love, longing, and the heartache of dreams that remain unfulfilled.