Lyrics
Just about the time, time I get off
Reflecting on the time when the speaker finishes work.
You're gonna roll right past with the radio on I don't mind
Anticipating the moment when someone, possibly a romantic interest, drives by with the radio playing; expressing indifference.
One more time, yeah do it again
Encouraging the person to repeat the action of driving by with the radio on.
But you keep on saying that you're my friend I don't mind
Despite the person claiming friendship, the speaker notes the inconsistency in actions; still, the speaker is unbothered.
Radio on
Repetition of the phrase "Radio on" possibly indicating the significance of music or a soundtrack in the situation.
Radio on
-Turn around and you're gone
The person abruptly leaves after the radio is on.
You take my love and you waste my time
Expressing dissatisfaction with the person who takes the speaker's love and time without reciprocating adequately.
How can I help it if it sure feels fine?
The speaker acknowledges the pleasure derived from the situation, even though it may be problematic.
I don't mind
Reiterating the speaker's tolerance or acceptance of the situation despite its flaws.
Here you come again looking like you do
The person returns, and the speaker describes their appearance.
I know you like it when I'm falling all over you
Recognizing that the person enjoys the speaker's vulnerability or affection.
I don't mind
Reaffirming the speaker's acceptance of the situation despite its complexities.
Radio on
Repetition of "Radio on," emphasizing the continued presence of music in the narrative.
Oh I know that I gotta let you go
Acknowledging the need to let go despite previous acceptance.
Oh I can see that you're just not the one for me
Realization that the person is not suitable for a lasting relationship.
Radio on
Repetition of "Radio on," possibly signaling a connection between the radio and departure.
With the radio on
-Turn around and you're gone
Describing the departure of the person after the radio is on.
Radio on
Repeating "Radio on" as a concluding element, emphasizing the continuing presence of music in the speaker's experiences.
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