Arms

Christina Perri · Lovestrong. [2011]

I never thought that you would be the one to hold my heart

But you came around and you knocked me off the ground from the start



You put your arms around me

And I believe that it's easier for you to let me go

You put your arms around me and I'm home



How many times will you let me change my mind and turn around

I can't decide if I'll let you save my life or if I'll drown



I hope that you see right through my walls

I hope that you catch me 'cause I'm already falling

I'll never let a love get so close

You put your arms around me and I'm home



The world is coming down on me and I can't find a reason to be loved

I never wanna leave you but I can't make you bleed if I'm alone



You put your arms around me

And I believe that it's easier for you to let me go



I hope that you see right through my walls

I hope that you catch me 'cause I'm already falling

I'll never let a love get so close

You put your arms around me and I'm home



I tried my best to never let you in to see the truth

And I've never opened up

I've never truly loved 'til you put your arms around me

And I believe that it's easier for you to let me go



I hope that you see right through my walls

I hope that you catch me 'cause I'm already falling

I'll never let a love get so close

You put your arms around me and I'm home

You put your arms around me and I'm home

Arms

Christina Perri's 'Arms' serves as a poignant centerpiece on her 2011 album Lovestrong., embodying the genre-defining acoustic pop style that characterized her early career. The track features a stripped-down arrangement that highlights Perri's emotive vocal delivery, focusing on themes of vulnerability and the physical manifestation of emotional support. Released alongside hits like 'Jar Of Hearts' and 'A Thousand Years', the recording reflects the era's shift toward intimate, piano-driven ballads that resonated deeply with audiences seeking genuine connection in their music. Its inclusion on the deluxe edition further underscores its significance within her discography, cementing its place as a defining work of her initial breakthrough period.