O Caroline
Melancholic Ode: Rediscovering Love in Musical Notes
Lyrics
David's on piano, and I may play on a drum
David is playing the piano, and the singer might play a drum as they attempt to create music together.
And we'll try to make the music work, we'll try to have some fun
They aim to make the music work and have fun in the process.
But I just can't help thinking that if you were here with me
The singer reflects on the absence of someone (Caroline) and how her presence would enhance their musical performance.
I'd get all my thoughts in focus and play more excitingly
If Caroline were present, the singer believes they would be more focused and play more excitingly.
I love you still, Caroline
Expresses the enduring love for Caroline.
I want you still, Caroline
Reiterates the desire and love for Caroline.
I need you still, Caroline
Emphasizes the need for Caroline in the singer's life.
If you call this sentimental crap you'll make me mad
Responds to potential criticism of being overly sentimental, asserting the sincerity of the feelings.
'Cause you know that I would not sing about some passing fad
Defends the authenticity of the emotions expressed, stating that it's not about a temporary trend.
And if my attempts at rhyming aren't convincing to your ear
Acknowledges the possibility that the rhyming may not be perfect but insists on the genuine sentiment behind the lyrics.
Then memories betray you through the passing of the year
Suggests that memories will validate the sincerity of the singer's emotions over time.
I love you still, Caroline
Repeats the declaration of love for Caroline.
I want you still, Caroline
Reiterates the desire for Caroline.
I need you still, Caroline
Expresses the ongoing need for Caroline in the singer's life.
You must think it doubtful that I mean the words I sing
Anticipates doubt regarding the sincerity of the words sung and the singer's attempts to reach Caroline through music.
Or that all attempts to reach you this way could not mean a thing
Challenges the skepticism, asserting that these attempts have significant meaning.
But you must admit we both thought we'd be man and wife
Acknowledges the shared belief that they would be married and that the singer could contribute to Caroline's happiness.
And that I could make you happy for the best part of your life
Expresses the singer's commitment to making Caroline happy for a substantial part of her life.
I love you still, Caroline
Repeats the declaration of love for Caroline.
I love you still, Caroline
Reiterates the enduring love for Caroline.
I love you still, Caroline
Repeats the declaration of love for Caroline.
I love you still, Caroline
-(repeat to fade)
Repeats the declaration of love for Caroline until the music fades.
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