Lyrics
Don't worry 'bout me
Expressing a desire for the listener not to be concerned about the speaker.
I'll get along
Assuring that the speaker will manage and cope without the listener's worry.
Forget about me
Encouraging the listener to put the speaker out of their thoughts.
Just be happy my love
Suggesting that the listener should focus on their own happiness, indicating a selfless attitude from the speaker.
Let's say that our little show is over
Imagining the end of a shared experience or relationship, referring to it as a "little show."
And so the story ends
Declaring the conclusion of the story or relationship.
Why not call it a day the sensible way
Proposing a pragmatic and sensible approach to ending things and remaining friends.
And still be friends
Advocating for maintaining a friendly connection despite the conclusion of a romantic relationship.
Look out for yourself
Advising the listener to prioritize their own well-being.
That should be the rule
Suggesting a general rule to look out for oneself in relationships.
Give your heart and your love
Encouraging the listener to give their heart and love to those they truly care about.
To whomever you love
Emphasizing the importance of directing affection to the deserving recipient.
Darlin' don't be a fool
Warning against being foolish in matters of the heart.
Why do we cling to this old faded thing
Raising a question about the attachment to a past that has lost its vibrancy or relevance.
That used to be
Reflecting on the faded nature of a previous connection or experience.
So if you can forget
Advising the listener to forget if they are able to do so.
Then don't worry 'bout me
Reiterating the message not to worry if the listener can move on and forget.
Why should we cling to some old faded thing
Pondering the rationale behind clinging to a past that has lost its vitality.
That used to be
Reemphasizing the idea of letting go of a faded or outdated connection.
So if you can forget
Reiterating the advice to not worry if the listener can let go of the past.
Then you don't worry 'bout me
Concluding with the repetition of the central message, urging the listener not to worry if they can forget.
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