The meaning of the lyrics of the song "Destroyed" by the artist "Within Temptation"

The song "Destroyed" by Within Temptation tells the story of a painful breakup where both partners have hurt each other. The lyrical heroine is exhausted from trying to please her lover, but her efforts are futile. He only sees his own truth, making no effort to understand hers.

The phrase "Tell me, did you ever look back? Aren't you afraid of the wreckage you'd find?" shows that the hero doesn't realize the consequences of his actions and the destruction he has left behind.

The heroine's main complaint is that her former lover is too quick to judge and destroy those he cannot understand. He does not listen to explanations or try to understand the situation.

The chorus "So easy to destroy and judge the ones you cannot understand in your life; but why did you never even try?" is a cry from the heart of the heroine, who cannot come to terms with the indifference and selfishness of her former lover.

Despite the pain and resentment, the heroine admits her guilt ("Yes, I betrayed you"), but immediately reminds him that he betrayed her too.

At the end of the song, the heroine walks "the thin line between love and hate" towards the man who was once dear to her. She is torn between past feelings and the pain he has caused her.