The song Scars originally sung by James Bay is a heart-wrenching expression of love and loss, depicting the moment when two people who have grown apart are forced to say goodbye. The first verse shows the singer acknowledging that they both knew this day was coming, but now that it's here, it's even more frightening than they imagined. As they go their separate ways, the singer promises to keep listening for the other's laughter and tears until they can be reunited. The second verse paints a picture of physical distance, with the singer vividly describing the other person's deteriorating health and the difficulty of communication. However, the chorus provides an uplifting message of determination - they have lived through scars before, but this time they've made up their mind not to leave each other behind anymore.

Throughout the song, the imagery of scars serves as a metaphor for the pain and wounds that they have endured as a couple, but also as a symbol of their resilience. In the bridge, the singer sings We'll have to hurt for now, but next time there's no doubt - suggesting that while they may have to endure more difficulties in the future, they are committed to facing them together.

Overall, Scars is a poignant and beautifully crafted ballad that captures the complexities of love, loss, and perseverance.

You're setting off,
It's time to go, the engine's running
My mind is lost,
We always knew this day was coming
And now it's more frightening than it's ever gonna be

We grow apart,
I watch you on the red horizon
Your lion's heart
Will protect you under stormy skies
And I will always be listening for your laughter and your tears

And as soon as I can hold you once again
I won't let go of you, I swear

We live through scars this time
But I've made up my mind
We can't leave us behind anymore

Your hands are cold,
Your lips are turning blue, you're shaking
This fragile heart,
So heavy in my chest, it's breaking
And in the dark, you try to make a pay phone call to me

But you're miles away,
You're breaking up, you're on your own
It's hard to take,
I need an hour just to say hello
But I can't make the truth of this work out for you or me

And for all the pennies in your pocket
We barely get a second just to speak

We live through scars this time
But I've made up my mind
We can't leave us behind anymore
We'll have to hurt from now
But next time there's no doubt
'Cause I can't go without you anymore

Oh, no, no
Oh, oh.

We live through scars this time
But I've made up my mind
No, we can't leave us behind anymore

We'll have to hurt from now
But next time, there's no doubt
'Cause I can't go without you anymore
No, I can't go without you anymore