This Boy
Love's Redemption: Decoding Gavin Davies' 'This Boy'
Lyrics
That boy took my love away
Expressing that a particular boy has taken the speaker's love away.
Though he'll regret it someday
Suggesting that the boy who took the speaker's love will eventually feel remorse or regret for his actions in the future.
This boy wants you back again
Indicating that the speaker desires to have the love back from the boy mentioned earlier.
That boy isn't good for you
Warning that the mentioned boy is not a good match for the listener and their relationship.
Though he may want you too
Despite the boy's desire for the listener, it is emphasized that he is not a suitable partner.
This boy wants you back again
Reiterating the speaker's wish for the listener to return to them.
Oh, and this boy would be happy
Expressing the speaker's willingness to make the listener happy through love.
Just to love you, but oh my my
Emphasizing the speaker's eagerness to love the listener, but hinting at potential complications.
That boy won't be happy
Suggesting that the previously mentioned boy won't find happiness until he witnesses the listener's tears.
'Til he's seen you cry
Highlighting the condition for the mentioned boy's happiness, linking it to the listener's emotional vulnerability.
This boy wouldn't mind the pain
Indicating that the speaker is willing to endure pain for the chance to be with the listener.
Would always feel the same
Asserting that the speaker's feelings will remain constant despite any pain experienced.
'Til this boy gets you back again
Expressing the determination to win back the listener's love.
This boy
Repeating the desire for the listener to return, emphasizing the significance of "this boy" in the speaker's emotions.
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