Overall about difficult moments of disappointment and vulnerability. Having hope and longing, while remaining optimistic for the future. Encourages the belief that with each new morning there is a chance for things to improve.
The chorus offers a glimmer of optimism and a chance at a resolution and redemption in the future.
Captures the rollercoaster of emotions of feeling lost while loving someone who is not there for you, feeling let down and abandoned while waiting for a lover. Lost with no direction, "Now I'm up in the air with the rain in my hair, Nowhere to go, I can go anywhere"
The bridge shows signs of longing and a plea for companionship. The Lyrics express a desire for authentic connection and the importance of Loving someone just as they are. "Just in passing, I'm not asking. That you be anyone but you”
Well, she said jealousy is something that distracts you
I said it's hard to focus with your fingers in his belt loops
Then there was that dream about you naked in the bathroom
Telephone just rang, I heard you say I'll call you back soon
He's been waiting in the ally for an hour
She's been powdering her nose in the shower
I've been trying to figure out where it went sour
But I think the ringing in my ears is getting louder
Hold out your hand and take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Alright
She's like a devil in a dark shade of lipstick
An unassuming sort of x-rated misfit
Her bottle's shook up, all you gotta do is twist it
Before you get a chance you'll already have missed it
He's got his arm around her looking like an actress
Agenda-driven heathen posing like a baptist
Subtle proposition, will you fit him in your track-list
Maybe you'll just get right down to wearing out the mattress
Take what you can
And take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Alright
Take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Alright
Take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Just so we're straight
And you don't get the wrong impression
Don't need a silly little overdue confession
Just remember when you're over at his house undressing
He's just another sucker who's about to learn a lesson
I said it's hard to focus with your fingers in his belt loops
Then there was that dream about you naked in the bathroom
Telephone just rang, I heard you say I'll call you back soon
He's been waiting in the ally for an hour
She's been powdering her nose in the shower
I've been trying to figure out where it went sour
But I think the ringing in my ears is getting louder
Hold out your hand and take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Alright
She's like a devil in a dark shade of lipstick
An unassuming sort of x-rated misfit
Her bottle's shook up, all you gotta do is twist it
Before you get a chance you'll already have missed it
He's got his arm around her looking like an actress
Agenda-driven heathen posing like a baptist
Subtle proposition, will you fit him in your track-list
Maybe you'll just get right down to wearing out the mattress
Take what you can
And take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Alright
Take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Alright
Take it easy
I already know what's been going on
I knew it all along
So just take it easy
You're acting surprised and I just roll my eyes
It's gonna be alright
Just so we're straight
And you don't get the wrong impression
Don't need a silly little overdue confession
Just remember when you're over at his house undressing
He's just another sucker who's about to learn a lesson
Lyrics submitted by Lets_startover332
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i really like this. i love the verses =]
clever song.