The meaning of the lyrics of the song "Drowning" by the artist "Wynter Gordon"

In "Drowning," Wynter Gordon utilizes the metaphor of drowning to convey the overwhelming emotions she experiences in a relationship that she knows has run its course.

The phrase "I'm feeling like I'm drowning" isn't literal. It symbolizes the feeling of being overwhelmed, suffocated, and unable to breathe within a relationship that has become toxic. She recognizes the need to end it ("It's not you. It's me"), but guilt and perhaps a fear of being alone hold her back.

She admits that her feelings have faded ("Even when the feelings gone"), and the relationship feels like a strained standoff ("The pressure's building up the tension all around us"). Letting go of the past is difficult ("I feel like I'm going crazy / 'Cause it used to be so good, but that was old – / Our relationship"), but she realizes holding onto it is futile ("Now the love is gone").

Despite wanting to leave, she's afraid of hurting her partner ("I don't wanna be the one to tear your heart apart"). She seeks his forgiveness ("I pray you could forgive me, baby") and understanding ("I wish you understood. / I didn't plan for this. / I'm not cruel, I just can't do this").

The repetition of "It's taking my breath away" and "I'm drowning" emphasizes the feeling of desperation and helplessness she feels. It's as if she's gasping for air in this relationship and desperately needs to break free.