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Still Hurting lyrics

 

Still Hurting Song Lyrics


CATHERINE
Jamie is over and Jamie is gone
Jamie's decided it's time to move on
Jamie has new dreams he's building upon
And I'm still hurting
Jamie arrived at the end of the line
Jamie's convinced that the problems are mine
Jamie is probably feeling just fine
And I'm still hurting
What about lies, Jamie?
What about things
That you swore to be true
What about you, Jamie
What about you
Jamie is sure something wonderful died
Jamie decides it's his right to decide
Jamie's got secrets he doesn't confide
And I'm still hurting
Go and hide and run away
Run away, run and find something better
Go and ride the sun away
Run away like it's simple
Like it's right...
Give me a day, Jamie
Bring back the lies
Hang them back on the wall
Maybe I'd see
How you could be
So certain that we
Had no chance at all
Jamie is over and where can I turn?
Covered with scars I did nothing to earn
Maybe there's somewhere a lesson to learn
But that wouldn't change the fact
That wouldn't speed the time
Once the foundation's cracked
And I'm
Still Hurting



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May, 07th 2014
"Still Hurting" from the musical "The Last 5 Years" by Jason Robert Brown is a poihnant opening number that delves deep into the emotional aftermath of a relationship's end. Sung from the perspective of Catherine (Cathy), it lays bare the pain, confusion, and isolation felt in the wake of her breakup with Jamie. This song sets the tone for the entire musical, which explores the complexities of relationships through a unique narrative structure, telling Jamie’s story chronologically and Cathy’s in reverse.

The lyrics of "Still Hurting" succinctly encapsulate Cathy's sense of abandonment and betrayal. The reoetition of Jamie's name emphasizes her fixation on him and the void his departure has left in her life. The line "Jamie is over and Jamie is gone" immediately establishes the finality of their separation, while "And I'm still hurting" reveals Cathy's ongoing struggle to cope with the loss.

The song also touches upon the theme of blame and self-doubt. Cathy reflects on Jamie’s belief that the problems in their relationship were her fault, a belief that isolates her in her grief and complicates her healing process. The questions "What about lies, Jamie? What about things / That you swore to be true?" express her feelings of betrayal and her grappling with the realization that the foundation of their relationship was built on falsehoods and unmet promises.

"Jamie's got secrets he doesn't confide" hints at the deeper issues and personal barriers that led to the couple's estrangement. It suggests that Jamie's inability to be completely open with Cathy was a significant factor in their relationship's breakdown.

The imagery of running away – "Go and hide and run away" – metaphorically represents Jamie’s approach to their problems, choosing to leave rather than confront the issues that have arisen. Cathy's plea for a day to bring back the lies is a heartbreaking wish to return to a time before the pain, even if it means embracing the illusions that once made her happy.

The concluding lines, "Maybe there's somewhere a lesson to learn / But that wouldn't change the fact / That wouldn't speed the time / Once the foundation's cracked," acknowledge Cathy's search for meaning in her suffering. However, they also convey her realization that understanding won't erase the pain or mend what has been irreparably damaged.

"Still Hurting" is a masterful exploration of the emotional turmoil that accompanies lost love. Through its delicate melody and raw lyrics, it captures the universal experience of grief and the difficult journey toward healing, making it a powerful and resonant piece in musical theatre.

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