The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
I'll come to meet you in Moscow, Idaho. I'll drive down to you in Utah, specifically to ????.I want to hear you say "Jessica, when you're in Philadelphia I would love to be courted long distance from Portland"
I think it would be great if you lived in a different state. Otherwise i am to busy i'm always in a rush and there's not enough room for all my stuff. i like boys from Tennessee, and they sure now how to make them in Ypsilanti. I'm going to bring a little Brianna to you in Montana and be wishin' i was kissin' with you in Michigan
I used to think it was great when i got to look forward to seeing your face
But now that we occupy the same space i just cant get excited in the same way
The further away, the fuzzier your face. The harder to make out your less desirable traits. When i'm looking at you through a telescopic lens, its easier for me to use my imagination. but when i'm looking at you through a microscopic lens, thats when it's harder for me to pretend.
That i still think it would be great if you lived in a different state. For thats the only way we can remain, in this lovey, dovey, romantic phase without the drag of the everyday.
I'm sorry that i liked you better when i only knew you through your letters. Take it from me- the best way to be is fickle and fleckless and wishy and washy.
Let me tell you the best thing to do when you live in a city is find yourself a hottie and when you realize that you want more then just a smooch, pack up your things and move to Minneapolis or Duluth .
I think it would be great if you lived in a different state. Otherwise i am to busy i'm always in a rush and there's not enough room for all my stuff. i like boys from Tennessee, and they sure now how to make them in Ypsilanti. I'm going to bring a little Brianna to you in Montana and be wishin' i was kissin' with you in Michigan
I used to think it was great when i got to look forward to seeing your face
But now that we occupy the same space i just cant get excited in the same way
The further away, the fuzzier your face. The harder to make out your less desirable traits. When i'm looking at you through a telescopic lens, its easier for me to use my imagination. but when i'm looking at you through a microscopic lens, thats when it's harder for me to pretend.
That i still think it would be great if you lived in a different state. For thats the only way we can remain, in this lovey, dovey, romantic phase without the drag of the everyday.
I'm sorry that i liked you better when i only knew you through your letters. Take it from me- the best way to be is fickle and fleckless and wishy and washy.
Let me tell you the best thing to do when you live in a city is find yourself a hottie and when you realize that you want more then just a smooch, pack up your things and move to Minneapolis or Duluth .
Lyrics submitted by daniglove
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???? is "Provo"
Provo is a city in Utah.
This is called "I think it would be great" not "Tape Song"
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