Lyrics
What we gonna do about love
Contemplating actions in response to love-related challenges.
Emotions flying high like a dove (so high)
Describing intense emotions akin to a flying dove.
What we gonna do about love
Repeating the question about addressing issues in love.
Playing games with me, this is tough
Expressing difficulty due to perceived game-playing in the relationship.
What we gonna do about love
Reiterating the central question about dealing with love.
Emotions flying high like a dove (so high)
Reinforcing the emotional intensity experienced in love.
What we gonna do about love
Continuing to ponder actions regarding love.
Playing games with me, this is tough
Highlighting challenges posed by perceived game-playing.
First time I saw you I was coming down the sidewalk
Recalling the first encounter and initial nervousness.
Started to approach you and forgot how to talk
Describing the speaker's initial difficulty in approaching the subject of love.
Got the feeling no girl has ever given me
Expressing a unique and intense feeling from the mentioned girl.
You're the most beautiful girl that I've seen (yeah)
Complimenting the girl's beauty as exceptional.
You kept my heart pumping each day
Acknowledging the positive impact the girl had on the speaker's emotions.
Until you shattered it when you walked away
Reflecting on the heartbreak caused by the girl leaving.
I was on my knees begging you to stay
Describing a moment of desperation, pleading for the girl to stay.
That was the day I threw it all away
Noting a regrettable decision made on a specific day.
Drinking and smoking to numb the pain
Using substances as coping mechanisms to alleviate emotional pain.
Being sobers something I couldn't maintain (no)
Admitting difficulty in maintaining sobriety.
It's a feeling most people never understand
Expressing a sense of isolation in experiencing certain emotions.
I said I was fine while reaching out my hand
Concealing emotional struggles while reaching out for support.
Cause if I would've asked for help I'd be less of a man
Explaining the fear of appearing less masculine if seeking help.
Anxiety was taking all of my plans
Describing the impact of anxiety on the speaker's plans.
A feeling I would never wish on anyone
Expressing empathy for others who may experience similar feelings.
Now I'm learning how to have sober fun
Indicating a positive shift towards enjoying life without substances.
What we gonna do about love
Repeating the central question regarding love.
Emotions flying high like a dove (so high)
Reiterating the intense emotional state related to love.
What we gonna do about love
Posing the question again, emphasizing the challenges faced.
Playing games with me, this is tough
Highlighting ongoing difficulties attributed to perceived game-playing.
What we gonna do about love
Repeating the inquiry about addressing issues in love.
Emotions flying high like a dove (so high)
Re-emphasizing the intense emotional experience related to love.
What we gonna do about love
Continuing to question and express frustration about love.
Playing games with me, this is tough
Reinforcing the challenging aspect of the perceived game-playing.
What we gonna do about love
Repeating the central question about dealing with love.
I need some answers from above
Expressing a need for guidance or answers from a higher source.
God let me know what you want me to do
Appealing to a higher power for guidance and expressing a commitment not to disappoint.
I would never try to disappoint you (no)
Reaffirming the speaker's dedication and commitment to avoid disappointing the higher power.
So please don't say this ship has sailed
Pleading for the continuation of a relationship, despite challenges.
I never thought that our love would fail
Expressing surprise and disappointment at the unexpected failure of the mentioned love.
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