This line metaphorically compares the crutch to the listener, highlighting that the listener is similar as a supportive aid. The imagery suggests that the listener provides assistance and stability whenever the speaker is injured or in need of assistance. Through this metaphor, the speaker conveys a sense of a sense of dependence on the listener during moments where assistance is required. This line showcases the theme of mutual support.

Juxtaposition can be identified in this phrase. The actions “ lie, cheat, beg and bribe” these are typically associated and are negative connotations. “Make you well” implies the intention of improving their wellbeing, this represents a positive motive. This emphasises on the speaker’s desire and to support despite putting himself in the wrong.

The repetition of "if you need help" underscores the speaker's unwavering readiness to provide support whenever necessary, emphasizing their reliability and dedication. This repetition highlights the theme of steadfast support, showcasing the speaker's commitment to being there for the listener in times of need.

The literary device identified in this line is a simile. This simile conveys a sense of resilience, as it compares the listeners actions to the continuous beating of drums. This comparisons suggest that the listeners actions are rhythmic, consistent and vital. This line contributes to the theme of determination and persistence, as it encourages them to be consistent despite facing obstacles and challenges. A religion can also be seen as it is to show consistency and to emphasise on persistence.

The speaker expresses appreciation for the listener's role in providing necessary guidance or encouragement. “Pokes” implies that simple nudges from the listener can serve as a motivation to the speaker. The use of “always needed” indicates a consistent need of motivation from the listener to guide the speaker. This line showcases the theme of guidance. Which shows that the listener has played a significant role in the speakers life.

• A "headstart" suggests that the listener provides the speaker with an advantage or initial momentum in pursuing their goals. “Rugged heart” implies that they have strong and resilient values, which serves as a source for the strength and inspiration for the speaker. These metaphors serve as an admiration for the listener. As “head start” signifies the listeners contribution to the speakers success, while “rugged heart” underscores the resilience shown towards challenges faced in life. This line showcases the theme of inspiration and support.

The speaker metaphorically compares a backbone to a cornerstone. A backbone provides support and stability, showing that the listener plays a crucial role in supporting the speaker through life's difficulties. Similarly, a cornerstone is thee fundamental element that forms buildings. Suggesting that the listener is crucial to the speaker. This showcases a theme of reliance as it highlights the impact of the listener presence on the speakers life.

• Using the phrase "I surrender honestly," the speaker indicates a willingness to let go of control and trust the listener completely. “You’ve always done the same for me” shows the consistent support being shown in the relationship. Through these lines, the speaker reveals a sense of trust in their relationship. “I surrender honestly” shows the speaker is very open and is willing to be transparent. This theme of mutual trust, as it illustrates the shared commitment to supporting and uplifting one another.

• This line shows the speaker’s commitment and is offering emotional support by sharing the sufferings with the listener. The speaker aims to contribute to the listener wellbeing and their healing. This statement shows the theme of empathy as the speaker understands the listener’s pain and wants to share the burden. This act of empathy not only provides emotional support but also strengthen the bond between them.

• The literary device stated in this line is a metaphor. In this line, the comparison is made between the listener's "well" being empty and a state of emotional or physical exhaustion. The speaker uses this metaphor to convey the idea that the listener may be lacking resources and support. This line shows a theme of devotion, highlighting the bond between these two. It also shows the importance of reliability and reassurance, demonstrating the speaker’s willingness to stand by the listener.

• The lit device identified here is a simile, the comparison is made between the listener falling and a statue, suggesting that the fall is very sudden. The imagery of “falling like a statue “ conveys a sense of vulnerability, while the “be there to catch you” indicates the readiness to offer support from the speaker. This is also very similar to a trust fall, a trust fall is an activity where the values of trust and reliance is needed. From the line, the speaker describes the listener falling, suggesting a moment of distress. The promise of "be there to catch you" signifies the speaker's commitment to providing support and reassurance during such moments of vulnerability. This line shows a theme of trust and support.

The speaker expresses enduring love and a refusal to let go, despite losing each other. “I love you long after you’re gone” despite being implied that the loved one is gone, the speaker still asserts his commitment and devotion towards the loved one. Through the use of “Baby I’m not moving on” the speaker shows his attachment issues and refusal to end the relationship. This line declares the theme of love and perseverance, it shows that the speaker is not willing to end his affection towards his loved one.

• This line expresses the speaker’s plea for a desire of mutual support, an assurance from the other person. The speaker reveals an uncertainty and is seeking reassurance from the word use of “reasons” which implies that the speaker is in need of evidence to support the belief in the mutual support. “Do the same for me” highlights the expectation of the shared responsibility and care between them. This line shows a theme of trust, as it shows a need for reassurance in fostering a healthy relationship.

• The imagery of “enemies at your door” illustrates a picture of imminent threat, and the phrase “I’ll carry you way from more” symbolises the speaker’s willingness to physically protect the listener. This line conveys a message of protection, emphasises the speaker’s commitment to ensuring the listener safety.

Metaphor can be identified as a lit device in this line, as it compares the fragility of hope to being physically broken. The metaphorical use of a string suggests that it hangs by a thread, susceptible to being broken at any moment. The imagery of “hope dangling by a string” evokes a sense of vulnerability and instability as if it could be easily broken for being fragile. This imagery creates a feeling of hopelessness. This line contributes to the theme of struggle and uncertainty.