Lyrics
I'm the other man
I am involved in a romantic relationship as the "other man," suggesting infidelity or a secret affair.
And I'm an empty vessel for your fantasy
I feel like an empty vessel fulfilling your fantasies without any substance or emotional connection.
I'm the other man
Reiteration of being the secondary person in a romantic relationship.
When you're in hell, I am your gentle breeze
When you are facing difficulties ("in hell"), I am the comfort or relief you seek ("gentle breeze").
I'm the other man
Continued acknowledgment of being the "other man" in a romantic context.
You've got lust, and I just got jealousy
You have desires, while I struggle with feelings of jealousy due to the nature of our relationship.
I'm the other man
Reiteration of being the secondary person in a romantic relationship.
You come to come, then you go as you please
You approach me for intimacy, and you leave without any commitment or obligation ("go as you please").
Destroy, rebuild this little man
There is a plea to break down and reconstruct the speaker ("little man") in the face of emotional turmoil.
I know you want to, I know you can
A recognition that the other person desires to change the speaker, acknowledging the possibility and capability of transformation.
The bleeding heart within this little boy
The speaker's heart is wounded, emphasizing vulnerability.
May be no fun, but it ain't a toy
Despite the challenges, the speaker's emotions are not to be taken lightly or treated as a mere game.
Take me to town
An invitation to be taken out or shown to the public.
Reveal me to your friends
Desire for public acknowledgment and acceptance from the person involved.
Don't only love me when I'm not around
Requesting consistent love and attention, not just when physically absent.
Forever yours, the other man
Expressing a commitment to being the "other man" forever, despite the challenges.
I'm the other man
Reiteration of being the secondary person in a romantic relationship.
I'm dismissed as a dealer of distraction
Being seen as someone who provides distraction and is easily dismissed in the context of the affair.
I'm the other man
When the person is lost or troubled, the speaker brings happiness, stability, and support ("bliss" and "traction").
When you're amiss, I am bliss, I am traction
Reiteration of being the secondary person in a romantic relationship.
I'm the other man
The person only reaches out when seeking excitement or physical satisfaction.
You only call me when you're hungry for some action
Despite wanting a full commitment, the speaker only receives a small portion of the person's attention and affection.
I'm the other man
Reiteration of being the secondary person in a romantic relationship.
I want it all but all you offer is a fraction of a fraction
Expressing a desire for more in the relationship, as the current offering is insufficient.
Destroy, rebuild this little man
There is a plea to break down and reconstruct the speaker ("little man") in the face of emotional turmoil.
I know you want to, I know you can
A recognition that the other person desires to change the speaker, acknowledging the possibility and capability of transformation.
The bleeding heart within this little boy
The speaker's heart is wounded, emphasizing vulnerability.
May be no fun, but it ain't a toy
Despite the challenges, the speaker's emotions are not to be taken lightly or treated as a mere game.
Take me to town
An invitation to be taken out or shown to the public.
Reveal me to your friends
Desire for public acknowledgment and acceptance from the person involved.
Don't only love me when I'm not around
Requesting consistent love and attention, not just when physically absent.
Forever yours, the other man
Expressing a commitment to being the "other man" forever, despite the challenges.
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