The song "Slave to Your Love" by Hurts is about being trapped in a toxic and destructive relationship. The lyrics express the speaker's struggle to break free from the emotional control and manipulation exerted by their partner. Despite knowing that talking and compromising won't resolve their issues, the speaker finds themselves unable to resist the pull of their love, leading them to become a "slave" to their partner's love. The song portrays a sense of helplessness and dependency as the speaker acknowledges their vulnerability. They describe the intense emotional pain caused by the relationship, yet paradoxically find themselves falling deeper into love with the person inflicting the pain. The singer pleads for their partner to stop prolonging their suffering and let them move on by ending the relationship. However, the speaker's attraction towards their partner remains strong, even though they recognize the toxicity and the need to escape. In the bridge of the song, the speaker confesses that they don't want to discuss or beg for their partner's love. Instead, they desire a physical connection and express a willingness to be trapped in a metaphorical prison created by their love. Overall, "Slave to Your Love" captures the conflicted emotions of someone caught in a toxic relationship, torn between the desire to break free and the intense emotional attachment they feel towards their partner.
