Love is Strange
Unveiling Love's Enigmatic Nature: June Swoon's Reflections
Lyrics
(It's really rare that someone will take a risk on you
Expresses the rarity of someone taking a risk and trusting the individual.
And trust you
Highlights the importance of trust in relationships.
Because why should they
Questions the reason for someone to take risks and trust, given the chaotic nature of the world.
Because 90% of the world is, like, a shitshow)
Comments on the challenging and chaotic nature of the world (90% being a "shitshow").
Homeless man at my door
Describes a homeless man appearing at the narrator's door.
Asking could he charge his phone
The homeless man requests to charge his phone.
I say sure
The narrator agrees to allow the man to charge his phone with a condition.
As long as you ain't holy
Specifies the condition that the man shouldn't be holy, implying a skepticism or fear of religious extremism.
He says are you alone
The homeless man inquires if the narrator is alone.
I say hold on
The narrator delays the response, indicating caution.
Don't give me a reason to
Advises the man not to give a reason for the narrator to be afraid.
Be afraid of you, mister
Expresses the narrator's fear and wariness of the man.
Love is a strange thing
Introduces the theme that love is a strange thing, possibly suggesting the complexity and unpredictability of love.
Love is estranged
Suggests that love can become distant or unfamiliar.
Love is a strange thing
Reiterates the theme that love is strange, emphasizing its unconventional nature.
Love is a stranger
Describes love as a stranger, reinforcing the mysterious and unfamiliar aspects of love.
Stranger
Repeats the notion that love is strange, possibly emphasizing its uniqueness or peculiarities.
He says I'm sorry ma'am
The homeless man apologizes and reassures the narrator not to be alarmed.
Don't be alarmed, it's just
Explains that the man's presence is not a cause for concern, sharing a past experience of surprise.
I was surprised once before
Indicates that the man has learned to prioritize self-preservation after a past event.
Now I look out for myself
Expresses the homeless man's self-reliance and cautious attitude.
"I look out for myself"
Repeats the man's commitment to self-protection.
Look out for any trouble coming
Emphasizes the collective awareness of looking out for trouble among individuals.
Guess we're all just lookin' out
Reflects on the universal human tendency to be vigilant and cautious.
Cameras in front of the house
Mentions the presence of cameras in front of the narrator's house, possibly alluding to surveillance and the need for security.
Front of the house
Repeats the mention of the front of the house, reinforcing the idea of vigilance.
I'd turn the other cheek
Expresses a willingness to avoid conflict or confrontation.
if I knew where to look
Shares uncertainty about where to look for guidance or solutions.
Jesus Christ wouldn't want me
Mentions Jesus Christ and implies that following his teachings would prevent the narrator from being in harm's way.
in harm's way
Reiterates the desire to avoid harm, questioning whether it aligns with the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Would he
Ponders the hypothetical response of Jesus Christ in the given situation.
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