Lyrics
She's sitting on the corner of her bed
Describing Janine's physical location and state.
In a small rented room in Montreal
Additional detail about Janine's setting, in Montreal.
Long curly hair, hands between her knees
Physical description of Janine's appearance and posture.
With her head hung down
Janine appears upset or withdrawn.
She hasn't said a word since morning
She has been silent since morning, causing concern.
I don't understand
The singer expresses confusion about Janine's behavior.
She usually talks like a little bird
Describing Janine's usual talkative nature.
Today she hasn't made a sound
Contrasting Janine's silence today with her usual behavior.
Janine, Janine, talk to me, Janine
The singer calls out to Janine, asking her to communicate.
Don't even know if she's listening to me
Uncertainty about whether Janine is listening.
I might be talking to myself hopelessly
The singer doubts the effectiveness of their communication.
While she looks right through me
Janine appears distant or disconnected.
Like I'm not even here
Feeling unnoticed or ignored by Janine.
If only there were something I could say
Expressing a wish to comfort Janine.
To make her believe it's going to be okay
Desire to reassure Janine about the future.
And there's just no way
Feeling helpless in providing assurance.
She'll ever have to live alone
Hopeful desire for Janine not to feel alone.
Janine, Janine, believe in me, Janine
Continued plea for Janine's trust.
Janine, don't you see that it doesn't really matter
Emphasizing the singer's perspective on outside opinions.
What anybody says, what anybody does
Stating unconditional love regardless of circumstances.
I'll still love you
Reiterating unwavering love and support for Janine.
I'll still love you
Reaffirming commitment to Janine despite challenges.
And if the world's getting harder and harder
Highlighting the complexities of the world.
To understand
Acknowledging difficulty in understanding situations.
And you need a hand
Offering assistance to Janine in tough times.
I'll be there when you need me
Promise of being there for Janine when needed.
I'm going to be there when you need me
Reiteration of commitment to be present for Janine.
Janine, Janine, you're not alone, Janine
Reassurance that Janine is not alone in her struggles.
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