Lyrics
Don't worry 'bout me
Expressing a desire for the listener not to concern themselves about the speaker's well-being.
I'll get along
Assuring that the speaker will manage and move forward despite any challenges or hardships.
Forget about me
Encouraging the listener to put the speaker out of their thoughts and move on.
Just be happy my love
Suggesting that the listener should focus on their own happiness rather than dwelling on the speaker.
Let's say that our little show is over
Imagining the end of a shared performance or relationship, signaling closure.
And so the story ends
Declaring the conclusion of the story or relationship.
Why not call it a day the sensible way
Proposing to end things in a practical and sensible manner, suggesting friendship after separation.
And still be friends
Advocating maintaining a friendly relationship after parting ways.
Look out for yourself
Advising the listener to prioritize their own well-being and interests.
That should be the rule
Expressing a general principle of self-preservation and self-care.
Give your heart and your love
Encouraging the listener to give their heart and love to those they genuinely care for.
To whomever you love
Emphasizing the importance of directing love towards those who reciprocate.
Darlin' don't be a fool
Advising against making foolish decisions in matters of the heart.
Why do we cling to this old faded thing
Questioning why the speaker and the listener hold onto a faded and outdated connection or memory.
That used to be
Reflecting on a past that has lost its luster and significance.
So if you can forget
Suggesting that if the listener can move on and forget, they should not worry about the speaker.
Then don't worry 'bout me
Reiterating the idea that the listener should not concern themselves with the speaker's well-being.
Why should we cling to some old faded thing
Repeating the questioning of why the speaker and listener hold onto a faded and outdated connection or memory.
That used to be
Reiterating the reflection on a past that has lost its luster and significance.
So if you can forget
Reiterating that if the listener can forget, there is no need to worry about the speaker.
Then you don't worry 'bout me
Finalizing the message that the listener should not worry about the speaker.
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