I Don't Wanna Be That Guy
Yearning for More: Unspoken Desires in 'I Don't Wanna Be That Guy'
Lyrics
The toasts are done
The initial celebratory moments are over.
The wedding band begins to play
The music at the wedding reception starts.
Seems we're the only ones
They feel like the only ones present without a partner.
Sitting here without a date
They're both sitting there without a date.
We talked all night long
They've engaged in extensive conversation.
Till the wine was gone
They talked until they finished the wine.
Now it's getting late
The night is progressing.
We're both lonely
Both individuals feel lonely.
Love is only just a dance away
Love feels attainable and close.
And I don't want the night to end already cause I'm thinking that there's something there
The singer doesn't want the night to end because they sense a connection.
But we're both a little high and I don't wanna wreck it cause a maybe this could go somewhere
Despite the connection, they're hesitant due to being slightly intoxicated and fear ruining something potentially good.
And I'm not looking for
The singer isn't seeking a casual encounter.
A hook-up, I want more
Desire for something more meaningful than passing time.
Than something just to pass the time
They want a deeper connection.
I don't wanna be
Repeated chorus emphasizing not wanting to be the person who makes a mistake.
I don't wanna be
-I don't wanna be that guy
-I see you home
The singer accompanies the other person home.
At your door, kiss you goodnight
A tender moment saying goodbye at the door.
I'm feeling torn
The singer feels conflicted.
Your arms are warm and feel so right
Feeling comfort in the other person's embrace.
And I won't lie
The mutual attraction is acknowledged.
The look in your eyes
The other person's expression encourages staying longer.
Makes me wanna stay
The temptation to stay due to mutual loneliness and potential love.
We're both lonely
Both individuals feel lonely in their desire for love.
Love is only a heartbeat away
Love feels very close, just a heartbeat away.
And I don't want the night to end already cause I'm thinking that there's something there
Reiteration of the desire for something meaningful and not just a passing moment.
But we're both a little high and I don't wanna wreck it cause a maybe this could go somewhere
-And I'm not looking for
-A hook-up, I want more
-Than something just to pass the time
-I don't wanna be
Repeated chorus emphasizing the fear of being the wrong person in this situation.
I don't wanna be
-I don't wanna be that guy
-You say, don't go
The other person expresses a desire for the singer to stay.
But we both know
Despite the desire, they both understand it would be a mistake.
It'd be a mistake
Acknowledgment that continuing would lead to regret.
So give me one last kiss
Request for one last intimate moment.
More than this
They both understand that more than a kiss would complicate things and should wait for another time.
Will wait for another day
Reiteration of the hesitation and desire for something meaningful, not just fleeting.
And I don't want the night to end already cause I'm thinking that there's something there
-But we're both a little high and I don't wanna wreck it cause a maybe this could go somewhere
-And I'm not looking for
-A hook-up, I want more
-Than something just to pass the time
-I don't wanna be
-I don't wanna be
-I don't wanna be that guy
-I don't wanna be
Final repetition of not wanting to be the person who makes a mistake or takes advantage of the moment.
I don't wanna be
-I don't wanna be that guy
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