Reach You Lyrics – Portugal. The Man

Reach You Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
The singer is trying to connect with someone deeply, expressing a strong desire to reach out and be close.

[Verse 1]
He is attempting to connect with someone who feels distant. Even though they know each other, this person seems mysterious and hard to understand.

[Pre-Chorus]
The singer is warning himself not to let his fixations create real problems. He keeps his feelings hidden, tries to appreciate life, and wants to free his mind from old habits and limiting thoughts.

[Chorus]
He is expressing a deep longing for one final chance to connect with this person. He keeps repeating his need, hoping they will let him reach out and be close one more time.

[Post-Chorus]
He keeps emphasizing his effort to reach out, showing persistence and emotional vulnerability. The repetition highlights how important this connection is to him and how much he wants it.

[Verse 2]
He admits being distracted and carrying jealousy or past baggage. He also recognizes his mistakes and is starting to take responsibility, showing growth while still trying to connect.

[Pre-Chorus]
He reflects on keeping obsessive thoughts in check, hiding feelings, and trying to focus on gratitude while freeing his mind from old patterns that hold him back.

[Chorus]
He again emphasizes his longing for one last chance with this person, showing desperation and hope. He wants to feel close and make the connection happen before it’s too late.

[Post-Chorus]
He repeatedly expresses reaching out, showing persistence and emotional urgency. The constant repetition reveals how important the connection is to him, emphasizing both his hope and vulnerability, and how he can’t let go of trying to connect.