Good Enough
Chasing Perfection, Love Feels Elusive
Lyrics
She listens to the same sad songs that I do
Expresses a shared connection through music, suggesting a common taste in sad songs.
No makeup, no perfume
Describes a natural and unadorned appearance, emphasizing authenticity.
Got the same big dreams that I do
Highlights shared aspirations and ambitions.
Love the way she speaks so see through
Appreciation for transparent communication and honesty in her speech.
We're perfect on paper
Contrasts the idealized image of a relationship on paper with the reality of emotions.
Still finding every reason I can to forget her
Despite the apparent compatibility, there's a struggle to forget her.
So used to making my head hurt
Reflects on the emotional toll of the relationship.
Wondering if there's anybody else out there
Questions the possibility of finding someone else.
'Cause when it's good
Addresses the paradox that even when the relationship is good, it doesn't feel satisfying.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Reiteration of the feeling that, despite being good, the relationship doesn't feel adequate.
Why is it when it's good
Ponders the reason behind the dissatisfaction despite the relationship being good.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Repeats the theme of the relationship never feeling good enough.
Good enough, good enough
Repetition for emphasis on the inadequacy of the relationship.
Good enough, good enough
Continues to emphasize the feeling of the relationship falling short.
I don't know what I'm waiting for
Expresses uncertainty about what is awaited in the relationship.
Feel like the only one I know that's never loved before
Feeling of being inexperienced in love compared to others.
She's reaching her hand for the door
Describes a moment where she seems ready to leave.
I'm calling her name like I want something more
Expresses a desire for something more, calling her name in pursuit.
Knowing even when it's good
Acknowledges that even in positive moments, the relationship feels inadequate.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Reiteration of the persistent feeling that the good moments are not good enough.
Why is it when it's good
Ponders the continued dissatisfaction despite positive aspects.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Repeats the theme of the relationship never feeling good enough.
I wish I could see the real thing through
Expresses a desire to see the genuine reality of the situation.
Guess I get bored if it ain't brand new
Suggests a tendency to lose interest if the relationship lacks novelty.
When it's good
Reiterates the theme that even when the relationship is good, it feels insufficient.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Continues to emphasize the feeling of inadequacy in positive moments.
Always looking for a way out
Expresses a tendency to seek ways to escape from the relationship.
Hoping one day I can stay around
Expresses a hope to settle down one day despite current restlessness.
And settle down
Expresses a desire for stability and commitment in the future.
Too insatiable right now
Characterizes the current state as too restless or unsatisfied.
When it's good
Expresses a longing for the relationship to feel satisfactory when it's good.
I wanna feel good enough, good enough
Desire to feel good enough in positive moments of the relationship.
When it's good
Reiteration of the desire for the relationship to feel satisfactory when it's good.
When it's good
Repeats the theme of the relationship never feeling good enough.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Continues to emphasize the feeling of inadequacy in positive moments.
Why is it when it's good
Ponders the continued dissatisfaction despite positive aspects.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Repeats the theme of the relationship never feeling good enough.
I wish I could see the real thing through
Expresses a desire to see the genuine reality of the situation.
Guess I get bored if it ain't brand new
Suggests a tendency to lose interest if the relationship lacks novelty.
When it's good
Reiterates the theme that even when the relationship is good, it feels insufficient.
It never feels good enough, good enough
Continues to emphasize the feeling of inadequacy in positive moments.
Good enough, good enough
Repetition for emphasis on the inadequacy of the relationship.
Good enough, good enough
Continues to emphasize the feeling of the relationship falling short.
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