Lyrics
Well I remember when you used to look so good
Reflecting on a time when the subject looked appealing.
And I did everything that I possibly could for you
Expressing efforts made to please and support the person.
We used to ride around all over town
Recalling carefree rides around town together.
But they're puttin' you down for bein' around with me
Facing criticism for being associated with the speaker.
But you can go ahead if you want to
Granting freedom to the person despite challenges.
'Cause I ain't got no papers on you
Acknowledging the lack of commitment or formal ties.
In the middle of the summer I had a job bein' a plumber
Describing a past job as a plumber during summer.
Just to pass till the fall it was you I want to ball all day
Expressing a desire for a close relationship during that time.
We were walkin' along, honey, hand in hand
Recollecting a romantic stroll with the person.
I'm a-thinkin' of you, mama, when you're thinkin' of another man
Noting a concern about the person's thoughts being elsewhere.
But you can go ahead if you want to
Granting permission to pursue other interests.
'Cause I ain't got no papers on you
Reiterating the absence of formal commitment.
No, I don't I ain't got no papers on myself
Emphasizing a lack of personal constraints as well.
All alone on the bone when I didn't have a home
Describing a period of solitude and homelessness.
When I saw the way I was and I knew where I was supposed to be
Realizing the need to find one's true place.
I was twitchin' so I turned and it's really hard to learn
Struggling with personal growth and self-awareness.
That everyone I saw was just another part of me
Recognizing the interconnectedness of all people.
But you can go ahead if you want to
Allowing the person to make choices freely.
'Cause nobody's got no papers on you
Asserting that no one has control or influence over the person.
No, babe, it's just a falsehood
Dismissing the idea that constraints or judgments apply.
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