Just in Case
Love, Commitment, and Legalities: Todd Snider's 'Just in Case' Story
Lyrics
You oughta know by now this love of mine is real
You should be aware that my love for you is genuine.
Honey words just can't describe the way I feel
Words cannot fully express the depth of my emotions.
And even though we just met
Despite our recent meeting, the connection feels significant.
I'm so glad the date is set
I'm happy that we've scheduled a future date or commitment.
And years from now I would bet
In the long run, I am confident we will still be together.
We'd be together still
Expressing optimism about a lasting relationship.
But just in case
Introducing the theme of preparing for unforeseen circumstances.
Just in case
Reiterating the need for caution and preparation.
This morning I went by my lawyer's place
The narrator visits their lawyer, possibly for legal arrangements.
I didn't think you would mind
Assuming that the partner won't mind the legal visit.
Here honey sign this dotted line
Asking the partner to sign a legal document, perhaps related to assets.
What's yours is yours
Emphasizing the preservation of individual possessions.
And what is mine will always be mine
Stressing the importance of maintaining personal ownership.
Just in case
Reiteration of the theme of preparing for unforeseen circumstances.
Well you know I can't love you enough
Expressing deep love but acknowledging practical concerns.
But I also can't afford to lose half of my stuff
Concern about potential financial loss in case of a breakup.
There's no doubt in my mind
Confident that the commitment will withstand challenges.
These ties that we're about to bind
Referring to the binding nature of the commitment being made.
Will hold us both together any time it gets too tough
Believing that the commitment will keep the relationship strong.
But just in case
Reiteration of the theme of preparing for unforeseen circumstances.
Just in case
Emphasizing the importance of being prepared just in case.
This morning I went by my lawyer's place
Similar to the earlier visit, again going to the lawyer.
I didn't think you would mind
Assuming the partner won't mind another legal visit.
Here dumplin' sign this dotted line
Requesting the partner to sign another legal document.
What's yours is yours
Reiterating the importance of personal ownership in the relationship.
And what is mine will always be mine
Emphasizing the enduring nature of personal possessions.
Just in case
Final reiteration of the theme of preparing for unforeseen circumstances.
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