“If You Leave Me” is a heartfelt song that captures the intense longing and fear of abandonment. The lyrics depict a dreamlike encounter with a significant other, where the protagonist is left chasing them through the streets only to wake up in a daze, longing for their presence. The song expresses the fear of losing this person, acknowledging that life would lose all meaning without them. The vulnerability and depth of emotion are conveyed through the repeated plea for them to stay, as the protagonist contemplates life on their knees, unable to imagine who they would become without their love. “If You Leave Me” serves as a haunting reminder of the protagonist’s deep connection and dependence on their partner, with the desire for their love to last forever.