The song "Certain Things" by James Arthur is about being addicted to someone and being unable to resist their hold over you. The lyrics describe how certain things about the person are both irresistible and painful, but despite the flaws, the singer is certain that they belong to that person. The song speaks to the idea that sometimes we can't control the things we're drawn to, even if they may not always be good for us. The chorus repeats the phrase "certain things that I adore, and certain things that I ignore," emphasizing the way that love can be both wonderful and difficult at the same time. The verses mention specific qualities that the singer finds compelling about the person, such as their ability to soothe them when they're upset or the way they make them feel. The pre-chorus talks about the person "coming back" and "running round" the singer's head, suggesting that they can't stop thinking about them. Overall, "Certain Things" is a song about the power of love and the way that it can take hold of us, even when we don't expect it. It speaks to the idea that sometimes we have to accept the flaws in the people we love and be willing to hold onto them through the ups and downs of life.
