I'm a realist
I'm a romantic
I'm an indecisive piece of shit
(I'm an indecisive)

I'm a realist
I'm a romantic
I am indecisive and that's about it
(I'm an indecisive)

And you dream that's the same thing
That's the same life you lead
I don't agree and so you drink, don't wanna think
That's 'cause your mind is already made up

I'm a realist
I'm a romantic
I'm an indecisive piece of shit
(I'm an indecisive)

I admit it, I'm up to my old tricks
Did you see her eyes
(Oh no, I tried)
She looked surprised

And you dream that's the same thing
That's the same life you lead
I don't agree and so you drink, don't wanna think
That's 'cause your mind is already made up

And you dream that's the same thing
That's the same life you lead
I don't agree and so you drink, don't wanna think
That's 'cause your mind is already made up, love

I know that it's only a matter of time
Before you know it, I'll be leaving town
See it in my eyes
That no one will do, no one will ever do

I know that it's only a matter of time
Before you know it, I'll be leaving town
Seen it in your eyes
And no one will ever do, no one will ever do for you


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I'm a Realist Lyrics as written by Ross Anthony Jarman Gary John Jarman

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    i think he's referring to the realists and romantics in historic literary movements. like, 19th century realism, and 18th century romanticism. it kind of makes sense. because they're completely opposites, bu then it doesn't...because the ideas in both movements conflict with one another.

    ...or maybe i'm reading to much into it. anyways... i really like this song. it's been in my head all day.

    Simone212on June 02, 2010   Link

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