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 wanted out
I saw the crowd moving towards the door
But their eyes are shut
So with any luck, we'll be left on the floor
'Cause I'm not good at saying things
And I never know what to do
When you blurt out words that are so unheard of
But I think that I still might like you
"Don't mess this up," and I'm talking to me
'Cause if we take a look at my history
I'm not who you think I am
But I'm doing the best I can
Please don't hate me if I mess this up
I'm saying sorry in advance
I don't wanna break your heart
'Cause that would only break mine
But I'm letting you know there's a chance
'Cause I'm not good at saying things
Especially to you
But it's been awhile and you still make me smile
So I think that I might like you
By the way...
Our parents love each other
And that's a long way down the road
And as I've well established
I am scared of the unknown
So I'll take it slow
And I'll let you know
Think we'll be fine with a little time
I'm getting better at saying things
But it's still so new
And I may blurt out words that are so unheard of
But I hope that you like me too
I saw the crowd moving towards the door
But their eyes are shut
So with any luck, we'll be left on the floor
'Cause I'm not good at saying things
And I never know what to do
When you blurt out words that are so unheard of
But I think that I still might like you
"Don't mess this up," and I'm talking to me
'Cause if we take a look at my history
I'm not who you think I am
But I'm doing the best I can
Please don't hate me if I mess this up
I'm saying sorry in advance
I don't wanna break your heart
'Cause that would only break mine
But I'm letting you know there's a chance
'Cause I'm not good at saying things
Especially to you
But it's been awhile and you still make me smile
So I think that I might like you
By the way...
Our parents love each other
And that's a long way down the road
And as I've well established
I am scared of the unknown
So I'll take it slow
And I'll let you know
Think we'll be fine with a little time
I'm getting better at saying things
But it's still so new
And I may blurt out words that are so unheard of
But I hope that you like me too
Lyrics submitted by foundthevelvetsun7
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