Good Lover
Reflections on Love's Evolution
Lyrics
How did I figure I was gonna drive home like that?
Reflecting on the impracticality of driving under the influence.
So I parked on the highway and slept, one hand on a baseball bat
Parked on the highway to sleep, using a baseball bat for safety.
That was back when I knew what to call it
Recalling a time when he knew what to call his actions (possibly addiction).
That was back when she still would'a fought me for it
Reflecting on a past relationship where the partner would have opposed such behavior.
But it's over now
Acknowledging the end of a phase or relationship.
I had a good run but I lucked it out
Recognizing a fortunate and successful period but also implying it has come to an end.
The neighbors clocked it, they know I been cleanin' out
Neighbors noticing changes, possibly related to overcoming challenges.
That tiny house
Referring to a small home that has been cleaned out, possibly symbolizing a fresh start.
Where we could settle for each other
Expressing the idea of settling down and committing to each other.
If I was a good lover
Repetition emphasizes the desire to be a good lover.
If I was a good lover
-If I was a good lover
-How did we both get so damn old so fast?
Reflecting on the speed of aging and the passing of time.
From a basement apartment to a time I can't seem to sleep in past?
From a humble living situation to a time where rest is elusive.
That was back when I ain't have much to sing about
Recalling a time when there was little to inspire songwriting.
Way back when I wrote a thousand songs no one cared about
Having written numerous songs without recognition or appreciation.
But it's over now
Acceptance that a good phase has ended.
We had a good run but I lucked it out
Acknowledging the end of a successful period.
The neighbors clocked it and then we were cleanin' out
Neighbors noticing changes, possibly related to overcoming challenges.
That tiny house
Referring again to a cleaned-out tiny house, suggesting a fresh start.
Where we were gonna settle for each other
Expressing the idea of settling down and committing to each other.
If I was a good lover
Repetition emphasizes the desire to be a good lover.
If I was a good lover
-If I was a good lover
-If I was a good lover
-If I was a good lover
-If I was a good lover
-If I was a good lover
-If I was a good lover
Reiteration of the desire to be a good lover, possibly as a reflection on personal growth.
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