Starting Fires
Embracing Unpredictable Hearts: Starting Fires
Lyrics
That poor boy didn't know what he was getting into
Expressing sympathy for a boy who unknowingly entered a challenging situation.
third date already saying I love you
Highlighting the irony of someone declaring love on the third date, indicating a tendency for premature commitment.
it was good till then but that's my cue
Indicating a turning point in the relationship, suggesting it was good until this moment.
cause I gotta habit of guys thinking I'm the one
Acknowledging a pattern where guys perceive the singer as a long-term partner.
want me to meet their mama and she's calling me up but
Describing situations where guys introduce the singer to their mothers prematurely.
I smell the smoke and I just run
Reacting to warning signs by sensing trouble (smelling the smoke) and deciding to leave.
They say I'm noncommittal
Admitting to being perceived as noncommittal.
well they're right at least a little
Acknowledging the accuracy of the perception of being somewhat noncommittal.
If there's a heart I'm bound to break it
Claiming a tendency to break hearts.
Make up my mind I'll change it
Expressing a willingness to change decisions once made.
If there's a line to cross I'll probably go too far
Admitting a propensity to cross boundaries and go too far.
if you think I'm being flirtatious
Addressing accusations of flirtatious behavior.
well that just illustrates that
Stating that being perceived as flirtatious only illustrates a misunderstanding.
you probably had me all wrong from start
Asserting that others have misunderstood the singer from the beginning.
Cause I'm the spark the wood the flame
Identifying as the initiator, catalyst, and intensifier of romantic situations.
I can't help if it all burns down
Accepting the consequences of initiating relationships, even if they end disastrously.
I'm good at starting fires that I can't put out
Claiming proficiency in starting emotional "fires" that are challenging to extinguish.
I don't wanna do you wrong and it's no offense
Expressing a desire not to harm others, with no interest in a traditional, settled life.
but I ain't looking for a picket white fence
Rejecting the idea of a conventional lifestyle, represented by a picket white fence.
right now this heart of mine ain't for rent
Asserting that the singer's heart is not available for commitment at the moment.
Maybe someday someone'll change my mind
Leaving open the possibility of a future change of heart.
I'll settle down with the rest of my life guy
Speculating about a potential future where the singer settles down.
Until then you coming on strong is kryptonite
Expressing discomfort with intense and early romantic advances.
If there's a heart I'm bound to break it
Reiterating a pattern of breaking hearts.
Make up my mind I'll change it
Reaffirming a willingness to change decisions when necessary.
If there's a line to cross I'll probably go too far
Acknowledging a tendency to cross boundaries and go too far.
if you think I'm being flirtatious
Addressing accusations of flirtatious behavior.
well that just illustrates that
Stating that being perceived as flirtatious only illustrates a misunderstanding.
you probably had me all wrong from start
Asserting that others have misunderstood the singer from the beginning.
Cause I'm the spark the wood the flame
Identifying as the initiator, catalyst, and intensifier of romantic situations.
I can't help if it all burns down
Accepting the consequences of initiating relationships, even if they end disastrously.
I'm good at starting fires that I can't put out
Claiming proficiency in starting emotional "fires" that are challenging to extinguish.
Before you check my status
Advising caution and self-awareness before getting involved with the singer.
just know you're playing with matches
Using a metaphor, warning that engaging with the singer is akin to playing with fire.
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