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: The recurring line "We could have had it all" emphasizes the tragedy of a relationship that was nearly perfect but ultimately failed. Key Phrases Explained

: Suggests her partner treated the relationship like a game or manipulated her emotions with rhythmic calculation. Notable Lyrics Snippet

For a complete breakdown of every line, you can find the full lyrics on Genius or Musixmatch . Adele – Rolling in the Deep Lyrics - Genius

* Rolling in the Deep. * Rumour Has It. * Turning Tables. * Don't You Remember. * He Won't Go. * Take It All. * I'll Be Waiting. *

: An idiom meaning to betray or give someone away, often for personal gain.

Watch the official lyrics video to follow along with the powerful storytelling in the track:

The phrase is a British slang adaptation meaning to have someone’s back or to be in a deep, committed relationship. In the song's context, it signifies: