Lyrics
A house made of brick so the northeast wolf can't blow you down
A strong foundation to resist external challenges, like the story of the three little pigs.
A rose in the concrete jungle the cement can't choke out
A symbol of beauty in difficult circumstances, resisting the harsh environment.
And I drift away
Entering a contemplative state or daydreaming.
At the thought of you, easily
Feeling a sense of ease when thinking about the person in question.
And I chip away
Gradually breaking down barriers or obstacles set by the person.
At these walls you put in front of me
Continuing efforts to overcome emotional walls.
'Cause I feel a California summer when you say my name
Associating the person with the warmth and positivity of a California summer.
And I think I could hear it again
Hoping to hear the person say their name again, finding joy in it.
And again
Desiring the repetition of the positive experience.
I'm packin' everything and makin' my way to ya
Packing belongings and heading towards the person.
And I need you for myself, but I gotta get to New York
Wanting the person for oneself but having commitments in New York.
Before I do
Expressing the need to resolve matters before committing further.
Before "I do"
Reiterating the need to address issues before making commitments.
Before I do
Repeating the importance of resolving matters before making a significant decision.
Before "I do"
Emphasizing the need to address issues before committing to a relationship.
Bright as the sun when it's good,
Describing the person as radiant and positive, akin to the sun.
But the down comes with a cloud
Acknowledging that challenges accompany the positive aspects of the person.
And it's heavier than mine
The challenges are burdensome but not enough to overshadow the person's brightness.
But can't block out all of your shine
The person's radiance cannot be completely obscured by difficulties.
And you comfort me
Finding solace and reassurance in the presence of the person.
You let me feel unapologetically
Experiencing genuine emotions without feeling the need to apologize.
And I can't believe
Expressing disbelief at the luck of knowing someone rare and exceptional.
I got a chance to know such rarity
Appreciating the uniqueness of the person.
'Cause I feel a California summer when you say my name
Repeating the positive association of the person with a California summer.
And I think I could hear it again and again and again
Anticipating the joy of hearing the person's name repeatedly.
I'm packin' everything and makin' my way to ya
Continuing the journey to be with the person.
And I need you for myself, but I gotta get to
Expressing the conflict of needing the person while having prior commitments in New York.
New York
Specifically mentioning the destination, New York.
Oh New York
Repeating the significance of New York in the context of conflicting commitments.
I'm at the edge
Being at a crucial point or decision-making juncture.
And I can't see much below but I know what I'm falling for
Acknowledging the uncertainty but having a clear understanding of what is valued.
You ask me how do I sound so sure? So sure?
Confidently asserting certainty about feelings and priorities.
'Cause I feel a California summer when you say my name
Repeating the association of the person with a California summer.
(When you say my name)
Emphasizing the positive impact of the person saying their name.
And I think I could hear it again and again
Expressing the desire to hear the person's name repeatedly.
(And again)
Reiterating the ongoing journey to be with the person.
I'm packin' everything and makin' my way to ya
Continuing efforts to reach the person.
(To ya)
Directing the journey towards the person.
And I need you for myself, but I gotta get to
Repeating the conflict of needing the person while having prior commitments in New York.
New York
Reiterating the destination, New York, as a significant hurdle.
Before I do
Stressing the importance of resolving matters before making significant commitments.
Before "I do"
Repeating the need to address issues before making a commitment.
Before I do
Emphasizing the importance of resolving matters before making significant decisions.
Before "I do"
Reiterating the theme of addressing issues before committing to a relationship.
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