I'm a Realist

Navigating Love and Doubt: The Realistic Romance of The Cribs
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Lyrics

I'm a realist

Identifying as someone who sees things realistically.

I'm a romantic

Identifying as someone who is also a romantic, emphasizing a softer, idealistic side.

I'm an indecisive piece of shit

Admitting to being uncertain and having difficulty making decisions.

(I'm an indecisive)

Reiterating the statement of being indecisive.


I'm a realist

Repeating the assertion of being realistic.

I'm a romantic

Reiterating the identification as a romantic individual.

I am indecisive and that's about it

Reaffirming being indecisive as a defining characteristic.

(I'm an indecisive)

Repeating the affirmation of being indecisive.


And you dream that's the same thing

Highlighting a difference in perspective from someone else's dreams or aspirations.

That's the same life you lead

Suggesting disagreement with another's way of life.

I don't agree and so you drink, don't wanna think

Implying avoidance of facing reality by resorting to alcohol.

That's 'cause your mind is already made up

Explaining that the other person's mind is already made up, implying they won't change their perspective.


I'm a realist

Reaffirming the combination of being realistic and romantic.

I'm a romantic

Reiterating the dual nature of being a realist and romantic.

I'm an indecisive piece of shit

Reaffirming indecisiveness as a trait.

(I'm an indecisive)

Repeating the acknowledgment of being indecisive.


I admit it, I'm up to my old tricks

Admitting to returning to old habits or behaviors.

Did you see her eyes

Asking if someone noticed a particular person's reaction.

(Oh no, I tried)

Expressing an attempt to do something.

She looked surprised

Noting the surprised expression of a person.


And you dream that's the same thing

Repeating the earlier lines about differences in dreams and lifestyles.

That's the same life you lead

Reiterating disagreement with someone else's way of living.

I don't agree and so you drink, don't wanna think

Highlighting avoidance of facing reality through drinking.

That's 'cause your mind is already made up

Reiterating that the person's mindset is fixed.


And you dream that's the same thing

Repeating the earlier lines about differences in dreams and lifestyles.

That's the same life you lead

Reiterating disagreement with someone else's way of living.

I don't agree and so you drink, don't wanna think

Emphasizing avoidance of facing reality through drinking.

That's 'cause your mind is already made up, love

Reiterating that the person's mindset is fixed, specifically addressing love.


I know that it's only a matter of time

Expressing inevitability of leaving a place within a certain timeframe.

Before you know it, I'll be leaving town

Stating a departure from the current location as a certainty.

See it in my eyes

Asserting that it's noticeable in the speaker's eyes.

That no one will do, no one will ever do

Expressing the sentiment that no one else will suffice or be adequate.


I know that it's only a matter of time

Repeating the certainty of leaving a place within a certain timeframe.

Before you know it, I'll be leaving town

Reiterating the assertion of departing from the current location.

Seen it in your eyes

Noting the recognition in someone else's eyes about the speaker leaving.

And no one will ever do, no one will ever do for you

Asserting that no one else will be sufficient or suitable for the person.

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