McLean's Baby Boy
Neighbor Susan Lyrics
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Feelings often make me so afraid
Sometimes I don′t have the right words to say
I will try to say them anyway
Stories that I think of about us
Constantly remind me that I suck
I love it when you're smiling
But you′re too far out of my league
Maybe we should give it a shot
Blue eyes aren't my type
But you're cool and super hot and this is different
I have tried
Wouldn′t it be nice if you were with me
(My boy)
Hesitation turns to a missed chance
So why am I complacent in this trance
Won′t see you for a while
Yet I still swim in denial
Maybe we should get out of the pool
Blue eyes aren't my type
But you′re cool and super hot and this is different
I have tried
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
Blue eyes aren′t my type
But you're cool and super hot and this is different
I have tried
Wouldn′t it be nice if you were with me
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
Blue eyes aren′t my type
But you′re cool and super hot and this is different
I have tried
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
Aaahhh Aaahhh
Aaahhh Aaahhh
Aaahhh Aaahhh
Wouldn′t it be nice if you were with me
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
The song "McLean's Baby Boy" by Neighbor Susan is a reflection on missed chances and unfulfilled love. The singer of the song is hesitant to express their feelings to someone they admire because of fear and doubt. The lyrics express the singer's regret for staying in their comfort zone and not taking a chance on love. They acknowledge that their insecurities often hold them back and prevent them from expressing themselves fully.
The song portrays the singer as someone who experiences a lot of self-doubt and personal struggle. They constantly remind themselves of their flaws and shortcomings, feeling like they are not good enough for the person they love. The lyrics convey a sense of longing and wishful thinking, as the singer imagines what it would be like to be with someone they admire. Despite the fear and anxiety, the singer invites the person to join them in taking a chance on love, leaving the pool of denial and diving into a new relationship.
Overall, "McLean's Baby Boy" is a song about taking risks, facing our fears, and acknowledging that sometimes we may feel unworthy or inadequate. It encourages us to overcome our insecurities and pursue the things that make us happy, even if we are afraid of rejection. It's a reminder that life is short and that we should live courageously and chase our dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Had the chance to leave, but I stayed
I had an opportunity to leave, but I chose to stay
Feelings often make me so afraid
My emotions can be scary and overwhelming at times
Sometimes I don't have the right words to say
I struggle with expressing myself accurately in words
I will try to say them anyway
But I will attempt to communicate despite the challenge
Stories that I think of about us
Memories of us come to my mind
Constantly remind me that I suck
These moments often make me feel inadequate and unworthy
I love it when you're smiling
Seeing you happy brings me joy
But you're too far out of my league
I don't think I am on your level
Maybe we should give it a shot
But perhaps we should try anyway
Blue eyes aren't my type
Normally, I'm not attracted to people with blue eyes
But you're cool and super hot and this is different
But there's something special about you that catches my interest
I have tried
I have attempted to reconcile my feelings
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me (My boy)
It would be great if we could be together
Hesitation turns to a missed chance
My indecision results in missed opportunities
So why am I complacent in this trance
I'm not sure why I am passive and content in this state
Won't see you for a while
I won't be seeing you anytime soon
Yet I still swim in denial
But I remain in denial about my feelings
Maybe we should get out of the pool
Perhaps we should try to move on from this situation
Aaahhh Aaahhh
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
It would be wonderful to be together
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
It would be great if we could be together
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
It would be wonderful to be together
Blue eyes aren't my type
Normally, I'm not attracted to people with blue eyes
But you're cool and super hot and this is different
But there's something special about you that catches my interest
I have tried
I have attempted to reconcile my feelings
Wouldn't it be nice if you were with me
It would be wonderful to be together
Writer(s): Carson Carothers, Mclean Pennington
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