Compliments to the Chef
Compliments to the Chef: A Culinary Love Story by Asher DeVerna
Lyrics
Darlin'
The speaker addresses someone affectionately.
You can make me feel like I'm a waste
You make me feel inadequate or worthless.
A picky eaters meal still on the plate
Comparing oneself to an unappealing meal left uneaten.
Away from you oh
Being apart from you.
You left me for the wash
You departed abruptly.
You didn't take a box
You didn't take belongings or closure.
They came to clear the table
Staff cleared remnants, akin to ending something.
Like a band-aid you were ripping off the label
Your departure was abrupt and abrupt like removing a label.
Take a look at the specials menu
Evaluating options, memories, or what was available.
I never could forget you
The memory of you lingers.
I'll take a water and your limited time offer
Choosing something basic, like water, along with an offer with a deadline.
You are the one that makes me feel
You're the one causing a feeling of not being worthy of love.
That love wasn't made for me
Feeling love isn't meant for the speaker.
Driving a bus without a wheel
Attempting something impossible or pointless without necessary tools.
You were there to hit the breaks
You helped prevent a disaster or issue.
There goes your makeup
Your facade or appearance fades away.
While the waiter watched us breakup
Observers witness the relationship's end.
You know I'm leaving a tip
The speaker will leave a gratuity despite the situation.
I'll say goodbye
Bidding farewell.
And give my Compliments to the chef
The speaker acknowledges your positive qualities.
Darlin'
Repetition of affectionate address.
I love the finer things
The speaker appreciates your sophistication or contributions.
You brought more to the table than a diner brings woah
You offered more than expected.
That's all I wanted to say
Apology for the mode of communication.
Sorry you heard it in this way
Duration of your impact, from opening to close.
9 am till close
Keeping the speaker engaged or attentive.
You kept me on my toes
The speaker left a negative impression on you.
All I did was leave a bad taste in your mouth
It feels odd thinking of your past actions.
It's so weird to even think how you'd come over to my house
Reflecting on choices or memories.
Take a look at the specials menu
Revisiting past memories or options.
I never could forget you
The memory of you lingers.
I'll take a water and your limited time offer
Choosing something basic with a time limit.
You are the one that makes me feel
You make the speaker feel unworthy of love.
That love wasn't made for me
Feeling love isn't meant for the speaker.
Driving a bus without a wheel
Attempting something impossible or pointless without necessary tools.
You were there to hit the breaks
You helped prevent a disaster or issue.
There goes your makeup
Your facade or appearance fades away.
While the waiter watched us breakup
Observers witness the relationship's end.
You know I'm leaving a tip
The speaker will leave a gratuity despite the situation.
I'll say goodbye
Bidding farewell.
And give my Compliments to the chef
Acknowledging your positive qualities.
You are a Michelin star
You're highly esteemed, but the speaker waits.
(And I'll keep waiting)
The speaker waits for something.
Served with a side of broken heart
Valued highly but accompanied by heartache.
(Heart)
Emphasizing the heartache or emotional pain.
You are a Michelin star
Highly esteemed, but the speaker waits.
(And I'll keep waiting)
The speaker waits for something.
And I'll take the check
Mention of settling accounts or ending.
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