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Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo doo
Repetitive nonsensical vocalization, possibly representing a lighthearted or carefree mood.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo
Continuation of nonsensical vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo doo
Repetition of the playful vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo
Continued repetition for rhythmic effect.
When we met you showed me why you're more of an island than I
Reflecting on the partner's independent and isolated nature compared to the speaker.
You said bunker is not a crime
Recalling a past statement that being in a bunker is not a crime, suggesting defiance or unconventional choices.
So we crossed the dotted line
Describing crossing a dotted line, possibly metaphorical for crossing boundaries or taking risks together.
But now we're fighting all the time
Expressing current relationship struggles and frequent conflicts.
And I don't need to know how your day went
Indicating a lack of interest in the partner's daily details.
But it's getting cold and we both gotta pay rent
Highlighting practical concerns like the cold and rent that both partners need to address.
So I wrote you a note from the basement
Referring to a note written from the basement as a form of communication.
We gotta work it out or it's gonna hang around
Stressing the need to resolve issues in the relationship to avoid persistent problems.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo doo
Repetition of nonsensical vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo
Continuation of playful vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo doo
Repetition of the lighthearted vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo
Continued repetition for musical rhythm.
You've been wearing thin disguise, you're coming as no surprise
Pointing out the partner's transparent disguise and lack of surprise.
Cause when you build a house of lies
Metaphorically describing lies as a house that, when built, becomes recognizable.
Eventually you'll recognize
Suggesting that dishonesty leads to self-awareness.
You don't sleep easier at night
Stating the discomfort and guilt associated with deception.
You say I'm high and I'm trying your patience
Addressing accusations of impatience and substance use.
Well you're the host with the most invitations
Comparing the partner to a social host with numerous social engagements.
For a course in international relations
Suggesting a need for resolving international, possibly metaphorical, relationship issues.
We oughta work it out
Advocating for working through problems in the relationship.
But I know what the smile on your face meant
Understanding the partner's emotions through a smile but acknowledging ambiguity.
So I suppose I should pound the pavement
Considering the possibility of seeking employment or making an effort.
Cause when you're ghosting the notes from the basement
Referring to ghosting notes from the basement, possibly signifying avoidance or neglect.
It brings our upside down, turns it inside out
Describing the impact of neglect on the relationship.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo doo
Repetition of nonsensical vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo
Continuation of rhythmic vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo doo doo doo
Repetition of playful vocalization.
Doo doo doo doo doo, doo doo
Continued repetition for musical effect.
And I don't need to know how your day went
Reiterating disinterest in the partner's daily experiences.
You can stop saying I sound like Pavement, because
Responding to comparisons with Pavement and expressing a desire for change.
In 30 days you can find a replacement
Suggesting the possibility of finding a replacement in 30 days.
Just let me know apropos on the payment
Requesting timely communication regarding financial matters.
And you won't hear another note from the basement
Declaring an end to communication from the basement if financial matters are resolved.
It's time I'm moving out, yeah I couldn't stick around
Expressing the decision to move out due to an inability to continue the relationship.
Doo doo doo doo doo
Repetition of nonsensical vocalization, possibly indicating a conclusion or continuation.
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