I Think Ur a Contra Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Jorby 

Cover art for I Think Ur a Contra lyrics by Vampire Weekend

26 min ago

Rated 0 I feel like contra is short for contradiction. They both say they want something but aren't willing to admit to what they really want. They start off with a really strong "two month" connection. But in contradiction to their feelings they fall apart despite their connection because of personal walls that keep them from possible happiness.

The woman in the song "turns away" from him because he can't really give her what she dreams of; some fairytale of "good schools and friends with pools". She has decided that this is what is most important even though she has said "never pick sides, never choose between two" (love and practicality?). And she has claimed to be into rock and roll but instead is opting to submit to the mundane.

And he has been letting this happen. Despite his feelings he is letting her disconnect herself, perhaps to protect himself? He preached her same "never pick sides" bit, but instead of choosing to fight for her he is letting them separate themselves while accusing her of being contra while not recognizing it in himself. And maybe this song is him trying to reach out. But is it enough in time?

IMO it's about friendship, not love

IMO it's about friendship, not love

IMO it's about friendship, not love