"Take A Fall For Me" by James Blake is a song about love, sacrifice, and the fear of losing someone. The song features guest vocals from RZA, a rapper and member of the hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan. In the lyrics, the song starts with the line "You can't marry her - you can't marry her yet, Son, you'll drown me twice." This line suggests that there may be some sort of obstacle or disapproval regarding a potential marriage between the narrator and his love interest. The first verse describes the deep connection and bond between the narrator and his love interest. They believe that their love is strong and nothing can come between them. The narrator compares their love to the elixir of life, emphasizing its importance and significance. The second verse repeats the theme of the previous verse, emphasizing the importance of love and relationship. The narrator expresses a strong desire for their love to last and not to be forgotten. The line "Don't let me fall, always remember us" highlights the fear of losing their connection. The bridge of the song questions what would happen if the narrator can't show their love to their partner. It suggests a sense of helplessness and fear of losing the relationship. In the second verse, there is a repetition of the first verse, highlighting the importance of the mentioned themes. The lines "Don't marry him, don't carry him to paradise" indicate a plea to the love interest not to choose someone else and leave the narrator behind. The fear of losing the love interest is expressed through phrases like "don't turn away from me" and "what will become of me?" Overall, "Take A Fall For Me" explores the themes of love, sacrifice, and fear of losing someone. It portrays the deep connection between two individuals and the vulnerability and longing that can come with love.
