Lyrics
Maybe I've forgotten
Reflecting on the possibility of forgetting certain aspects of the past.
The name and the address
Suggesting a lapse in memory about specific details like names and addresses.
Of everyone I've ever known
Acknowledging a fading connection with everyone known throughout life.
It's nothing I regret
Expressing a lack of regret about the mentioned forgetfulness.
Save it for another day, 'cause
Advising to save regrets for another time, emphasizing a carefree attitude.
The school is out
Noting the end of school and the departure of children, possibly symbolizing change.
And the kids have run away
Highlighting a sense of freedom or escape with the kids running away.
I would like a place I can call my own
Desiring a personal space to belong, possibly seeking stability.
Have a conversation on my telephone
Wishing for meaningful conversations, perhaps indicating a longing for connection.
Wake up everyday, that would be a start
Expressing a desire for a new beginning by waking up each day.
I would not complain 'bout my wounded heart
Indicating a willingness to face challenges without complaining.
I was upset, you see
Conveying a constant state of upset feelings.
Almost all the time
Highlighting persistent emotional turmoil.
You used to be a stranger
Recalling a past when the person addressed was a stranger.
Now you are mine
Stating the transformation of the stranger into someone close or possessive.
I wouldn't even trust you
Expressing a lack of trust due to limited resources to offer.
I've not that much to give
Admitting a scarcity of emotional or material assets.
We're dealing in the limits
Suggesting involvement in risky situations with uncertain companions.
And we don't know who with
Emphasizing the uncertainty of dealings and the unknown identity of associates.
You may think that I'm out of hand
Addressing a perception of being out of control or excessive.
That I'm naive, I'll understand
Refuting the perception of naivety and expressing self-awareness.
On this occasion, it's not true
Clarifying the inaccuracy of assumptions about the speaker's behavior.
Look at me, I'm not you
Asserting individuality and distancing oneself from the listener.
I would like a place I can call my own
Reiterating the desire for personal space and communication.
Have a conversation on the telephone
Echoing the wish for meaningful phone conversations.
Wake up everyday, that would be a start
Expressing the importance of starting each day positively.
I would not complain 'bout my wounded heart
Reaffirming the willingness to face challenges without complaint.
I was a short fuse
Describing a history of being easily provoked or angered.
Burning all the time
Indicating a constant state of burning emotions and irritability.
You were a complete stranger
Recalling a past when the addressed person was entirely unknown.
Now you are mine
Revealing a shift in the relationship from stranger to possession.
I would like a place I can call my own
Reiterating the desire for personal space and communication.
Have a conversation on the telephone
Echoing the wish for meaningful phone conversations.
Wake up everyday, that would be a start
Expressing the importance of starting each day positively.
I would not complain 'bout my wounded heart
Reaffirming the willingness to face challenges without complaint.
Just wait 'til tomorrow
Encouraging patience, suggesting that positive changes will come in the future.
I guess that's what they all say
Highlighting the common phrase used before challenges or difficulties arise.
Just before they fall apart
Suggesting an impending breakdown or disintegration.
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