Pay That Price
Love's Sacrifice: Jpaulished's Emotional Journey in 'Pay That Price'
Lyrics
Why can't I?
The singer is expressing frustration or confusion about their inability to do something.
Why can't I?
Reiterating the frustration or confusion about their inability to do something.
Oh, why can't I?
Continued expression of frustration or confusion.
Why can't I try to save your life?
The singer wishes to attempt saving someone's life but seems unable to do so.
Arm and a leg but I paid that price
The singer sacrificed a lot ('arm and a leg') to achieve something.
Time and again I replayed that night
The singer repeatedly relives or replays a specific night in their mind.
Better as friends no it ain't sound right
The idea of being better off as friends doesn't feel right or satisfactory.
Why can't I try to save your life?
Reiterating the desire or attempt to save someone's life.
Arm and a leg but I paid that price
Repetition of sacrificing a lot ('arm and a leg') for something.
Time and again I replayed that night
Repetitive dwelling on a particular night or event.
Better as friends no it ain't sound right
Reiteration that the idea of being friends rather than something more doesn't feel right.
When the days go by
Referencing the passing of time.
When the sun don't shine
Referencing difficult or challenging times ('sun don't shine', 'rain drip drop').
When the rain drip drop and you stay so shy
Describing a situation where someone remains reserved or introverted during tough times.
And when things get scary I could shield those eyes
The singer wants to protect or shield someone from frightening situations.
And I got a shoulder for you if you need one to cry
Offering emotional support to someone in need ('shoulder to cry on').
I would fight anybody if they try to come for you
Expressing a willingness to fight for and protect the person they care about.
I would wrap you in my arms and always comfort you
Commitment to providing comfort and support in difficult times.
I would save you from the world, keep my girl spoiled
Expressing a desire to protect the person from the hardships of the world.
Cause you the girl from my dreams and that girl loyal
Complimenting the person for being like the ideal partner from their dreams.
But you prettier in person
Expressing surprise at the person's beauty in real life.
Neva' thought my dreams woulda seemed so certain
Reflecting on the unexpected certainty of dreams coming true.
But, you, you, you
Repetition of 'you' to emphasize the person's presence.
You right here wit' me
Expressing happiness or contentment about the person being with the singer.
Everywhere I go I got my right-hand wit' me
Feeling accompanied or supported by the person wherever they go.
Why can't I try to save your life?
Reiterating the desire or inability to save someone's life.
Arm and a leg but I paid that price
Repeating the idea of sacrificing a lot ('arm and a leg') for something.
Time and again I replayed that night
Repetition of dwelling on a specific night or event in the past.
Better as friends no it ain't sound right
Reiterating the discomfort or wrongness in considering a friendship rather than a closer relationship.
Why can't I try to save your life?
Expressing the desire or inability to save someone's life.
Arm and a leg but I paid that price
Reiteration of sacrificing a lot ('arm and a leg') for something.
Time and again I replayed that night
Repetitive dwelling on a specific night or event.
Better as friends no it ain't sound right
Reiterating the discomfort or wrongness in considering a friendship rather than a closer relationship.
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