Question

From Eminem and Rihanna's song "Love The Way You Lie", what do you think these two lines mean? Explain your answer in a full paragraph, with examples to prove your point.

“Sound like broken records playing over
But you promised her next time you’d show restraint…”

Answer 1

Answer:

I think this means that in an abusive relationship there are often empty promises made.

Explanation:

In this case, the abuser would physically abuse their significant other many times. He/She promised the next time they hit her, they won't hit as hard, but did not keep their promise