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.
Grow up, you're nearly 31
What happened when you were a child?
Do you require an analyst
or will a friendly smile suffice?
Find your space, are you breathing well?
Do you feel o.k.?
Are you calm? are you comfortable?
Is your heartbeat racing?
Is this your soul you're facing?
Lay down my couch is over there
I think you'll find it's way more comfortable
Take off your glasses don't be scared
For thirty pounds I'll listen to your
Stories dear, shut the window there
We should keep the session intimate don't you agree?
I have experience in matters similar
I can't juggle I can't knit a pinafore
But I'll listen to your tale and give you some advice
I was an ace when I was young
I learned to dance, I didn't have to learn
I was a case when I grew up
A case of hope, crashing to the ground
I learned, I hit the skids and I
Woke up me myself and I was a different person
If I take you on will you be pliable?
As a confidante I'm quite reliable
Dreamer though you are
It is you that's been my signpost so far.
What happened when you were a child?
Do you require an analyst
or will a friendly smile suffice?
Find your space, are you breathing well?
Do you feel o.k.?
Are you calm? are you comfortable?
Is your heartbeat racing?
Is this your soul you're facing?
Lay down my couch is over there
I think you'll find it's way more comfortable
Take off your glasses don't be scared
For thirty pounds I'll listen to your
Stories dear, shut the window there
We should keep the session intimate don't you agree?
I have experience in matters similar
I can't juggle I can't knit a pinafore
But I'll listen to your tale and give you some advice
I was an ace when I was young
I learned to dance, I didn't have to learn
I was a case when I grew up
A case of hope, crashing to the ground
I learned, I hit the skids and I
Woke up me myself and I was a different person
If I take you on will you be pliable?
As a confidante I'm quite reliable
Dreamer though you are
It is you that's been my signpost so far.
Lyrics submitted by Prolagus
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