"Breathe" by Jax Jones is a song about being infatuated with someone and finding it hard to resist their allure. The lyrics describe the intense attraction the singer has towards this person, comparing it to a song that they can't escape. The repetitive "dum-dum-da-da-da-dum" represents the constant presence of this person in the singer's thoughts. The song suggests that although the singer knows it's not love, they are drawn to this person like an addiction. They feel alive whenever they're together and become obsessed with them. The singer admits to dialing their number repeatedly and constantly craving their presence. The lyrics also reveal a struggle within the singer. On one hand, they try to convince themselves that they're not that into the person, that it's just a game they play. However, they also admit to not wanting to sleep alone and feeling the need for this person's touch. The phrase "it's quarter after 3" emphasizes the late night longing and inability to let go. Overall, "Breathe" expresses the conflicting emotions and desires that come with being infatuated with someone. The singer acknowledges that it may not be healthy or genuine love, but they are unable to resist the intoxicating spell this person has on them.
