Talking in Code
Cracking the Cipher of Love: Talking in Code by The Boomtown Rats
Lyrics
Why are you talking in code?
Questioning the use of unclear communication.
You talk so loud sometimes we don't understand
Complaining about the loud and confusing communication style.
C'mon give us a sign
Requesting a clear signal or indication.
Wave us a flag or flash me an eye
Asking for a noticeable sign or gesture.
'cause I need you tonight
Expressing a need for the person tonight.
I need you right now
Emphasizing the immediacy of the need.
I got sweat on my mind
Indicating preoccupation with something on the mind.
But you're taking your time
Impatient with the person's slow response.
Yeah kiss where it stings c'mon show me a time
Encouraging a bold action or expression.
But when you talk in code and you talk in signs
Criticizing the use of cryptic language and gestures.
Wave those hands
Encouraging expressive hand gestures.
And you flash those eyes
Asking for attention through eye contact.
I don't understand when you blind me with science
Expressing confusion when overwhelmed with scientific talk.
You talk in code
Reiterating the frustration with cryptic communication.
Talking keep talkin'
Encouraging continued communication despite difficulties.
Decipher me now
Asking for an explanation or interpretation.
Describe me an arc with a low point or two
Requesting a description of a situation with ups and downs.
Ah cough me a code
Asking for an intriguing code or message.
Astonish me dear with a new point of view
Desiring a surprising and unique perspective.
Yes it's all in your hands
Acknowledging the person's control over the situation.
The Wristwatch Frisco is in action again
Referring to a specific location or situation.
Ah well I like you I think
Expressing positive feelings toward the person.
It varies so much sometimes it really depends on
Noting the variability in liking the person depending on circumstances.
If you talk in code...etc.
Repeating the frustration with talking in code.
And then if A = be
Introducing a hypothetical equation with unclear meaning.
Sometimes what you say isn't all that it seems
Highlighting the deceptive nature of some statements.
And if see = 3
Introducing another equation with unclear meaning.
Inscrutable view with a new slant on things
Describing an obscure viewpoint on things.
Ah semaphore girl
Referring to a person with signaling or coded communication.
I love the taste of you dressed up in green
Expressing admiration for someone in a distinctive outfit.
But you're talking in code
Reiterating frustration with the person's cryptic communication.
I don't understand but I won't make a scene
Committing not to create a scene despite lack of understanding.
'cause when you....etc.
Repeating the frustration with talking in code.
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