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.
When desperate hearts start beating fast
You know all bets are off
Even the hardest of embarrassment
Will justify itself in clouded mind
But I've seen you at your best and worst
you know I'd written you off
honey, you say he is adorable, but what's a crush worth to you?
Why do we make enemies with our own hearts?
Everyone's been in your predicament
but the notable gracefully depart
staring through your windowpane
you can't let this one slip away
if it's all that's worth to him, baby now what's it worth to you
your heart should shine
(Don't make yourself forgettable)
You know i love you so I'm writing these words out
(Don't make yourself forgettable)
Don't make yourself forgettable
Girl you've got a spark, you just haven't found a match
there is an angel out there for you
Making to a promise to himself
you can find a better you
probably not too far from here
Tell me your favorite
Take control, take your time
if it's now that clear
You know all bets are off
Even the hardest of embarrassment
Will justify itself in clouded mind
But I've seen you at your best and worst
you know I'd written you off
honey, you say he is adorable, but what's a crush worth to you?
Why do we make enemies with our own hearts?
Everyone's been in your predicament
but the notable gracefully depart
staring through your windowpane
you can't let this one slip away
if it's all that's worth to him, baby now what's it worth to you
your heart should shine
(Don't make yourself forgettable)
You know i love you so I'm writing these words out
(Don't make yourself forgettable)
Don't make yourself forgettable
Girl you've got a spark, you just haven't found a match
there is an angel out there for you
Making to a promise to himself
you can find a better you
probably not too far from here
Tell me your favorite
Take control, take your time
if it's now that clear
Lyrics submitted by LNikky
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