Love's Been Linked to the Blues
Love's Bittersweet Symphony: Unveiling the Heartache in David Olney's Melody
Lyrics
It was in the morning papers, the evening papers too
Reports about love and its consequences are widespread, appearing in both morning and evening papers.
And I saw it on TV, so I know it must be true
The information has been presented on television, reinforcing its credibility.
This is no idle rumor, they've got the cold hard facts
The news is not a baseless rumor; it is supported by solid evidence.
They've even checked it out on little mice and rats
Scientific experiments, even on animals like mice and rats, have been conducted to verify the findings.
Just in case you haven't heard, I'll give you the bad news
The speaker is ensuring that the audience is informed about the unpleasant revelation.
Love's been linked to the blues
A direct statement that love is associated with feelings of sadness and melancholy.
You start out feeling happy but then love brings you down
Love initially brings happiness, but eventually, it leads to emotional downturns.
You're acting like a hero; you end up like a clown
Despite starting with positive intentions, love can result in a person looking foolish or pitiable.
In study after study, it's the heart that gets broke
Various studies consistently show that love often results in a broken heart.
They're working 'round the clock searching for the antidote
Scientists are actively researching a remedy for the negative effects of love.
Well, it's true that it's sad,but it's sadder that it's true
Acknowledging the sadness of the situation and emphasizing that it is not just a perception but a reality.
Love's been linked to the blues
Reiterating the central theme that love is connected to feelings of the blues or sadness.
So you've got to be real careful and always on your guard
Cautioning the audience to be vigilant and protective when it comes to falling in love.
Falling in love, you know, it's harmful to your heart
Love is portrayed as potentially harmful to one's heart and well-being.
It's worse than they suspected, it's as bad as it gets
The negative impact of love is asserted to be even more severe than initially suspected.
The surgeon general says, "You're better off with cigarettes"
A humorous reference to the surgeon general suggesting that love is more detrimental than smoking.
If you must have your bad habits
Offering an alternative perspective: if one must indulge in vices, choosing alcohol might be a better option than love.
Why don't you stick to booze
Suggesting that sticking to alcohol is preferable because love is associated with sadness.
'Cause love's been linked to the blues?
Reiterating the central theme that love is linked to feelings of the blues or sadness.
Well, it's true that its sad, but it's sadder that it's true
Highlighting the ongoing sadness and emphasizing the truthfulness of the connection between love and the blues.
Love's been linked to the blues
Reaffirming that love is consistently associated with feelings of sadness or the blues.
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