Jessica
Longing for Jessica: A Tale of Unrequited LoveLyrics
My bathing suit is drying on the porch
Reference to personal belongings left outside to dry, setting the scene.
My mother is crying upstairs
Indication of emotional distress in the household, possibly affecting the narrator's mood.
It's badman, your badman
Introduction of the concept of a "badman," suggesting a negative influence or situation.
And all I want is my Jessica
Expressing a desire for someone named Jessica amidst the challenging circumstances.
You can let me off with a leash
Suggesting a desire for distance or freedom, possibly from the negative influence mentioned earlier.
I won't come near, I won't come near
Reiterating the desire to keep a distance and not get involved in certain activities.
Teach me to burn, teach me to speak
Expressing a willingness to learn or change, possibly to improve the situation.
I won't come near, I won't come near
Reiterating the intention to maintain distance despite the desire for personal growth.
Some girls they call the shots
Reference to some girls who assert control or influence in relationships.
Other girls might call your shots
Suggesting variability in how different girls may influence or control situations.
But Jessica you're the girl and I'm the man
Affirming Jessica's role as the girl in the narrator's life, emphasizing their dynamic.
I love your locks, and your looks and your legs
Expressing admiration for Jessica's physical attributes.
And my physical looms on the schedule
Indicating a commitment to maintaining physical well-being for the sake of Jessica.
I wanna be healthy for you
Expressing a desire to be healthy for Jessica, suggesting a positive motivation.
I hope it's not bad and, your badman
Revisiting the concept of a "badman" and hoping it doesn't negatively impact the relationship.
Cause all I want is my Jessica
Reaffirming the narrator's primary desire for Jessica despite challenges.
Mi Jessica
Adding a Spanish phrase, "Mi Jessica," possibly emphasizing a personal connection or possession.
Mi necessito quantassica
Introducing a mix of English and Spanish, creating a sense of urgency or intensity.
My mosunasiacuca are calling out tonight my Jessica
Referring to something calling out for Jessica, potentially highlighting a need for her presence.
My Jessica
Repetition of Jessica's name, possibly emphasizing the central theme of the lyrics.
My Jessica
Repetition of Jessica's name, reinforcing the focus on this individual.
You can let me off with a leash
Reiterating the desire for distance and freedom, using the metaphor of a leash.
I won't come near, I won't come near
Consistent with the earlier lines, expressing a commitment to staying away from certain situations.
Teach me to burn, teach me to speak
Reiterating the willingness to learn or change, maintaining the theme of personal growth.
I won't come near, I won't come near
Reaffirming the intention to keep a distance despite the desire for self-improvement.
Some girls they call the shots
Reintroducing the concept of girls who have influence or control in relationships.
Other girls might call your shots
Highlighting the potential variability in how different girls may exert influence.
But Jessica you're the girl and I'm the man
Reiterating Jessica's role as the central figure in the narrator's life, emphasizing their dynamic.
I love your locks, and your looks and your legs
Reaffirming admiration for Jessica's physical attributes, creating continuity in the theme.
Teach me to burn, teach me to speak
Repeating the desire to learn or change, emphasizing the importance of growth for Jessica.
I won't come near, I won't come near
Maintaining the commitment to stay away from certain situations for the sake of personal improvement.
Some girls they call the shots
Reintroducing the concept of girls who have influence or control in relationships.
Other girls might call your shots
Reiterating the potential variability in how different girls may exert influence.
But Jessica you're the girl and I'm the man
Concluding with a repetition of Jessica's central role in the narrator's life, underlining their connection.
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