Why Do You Let Me Stay Here?
She & Him Lyrics
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All by myself
Why don't you come and play here
I'm just sitting on the shelf
Why don't you sit right down and stay a while
We like the same things and I like your style
It's not a secret, why do you keep it?
I'm just sitting on the shelf
I got to get your presence
Let's make it known
I think you're just so pleasant
I would like you for my own
Why don't you sit right down and make me smile
You make me feel like I am just a child
Why do you end it?
Just give me credit
I'm just sitting on the shelf
The lyrics to She & Him's song Why Do You Let Me Stay Here? seem to be about a person who is wondering why their partner doesn't spend more time with them. The first verse starts off with the question why the partner lets the person stay alone on the shelf, perhaps metaphorically representing their lack of attention or affection. The second verse also pleads with the partner to stay longer and make their presence more well-known. The chorus suggests that the two people have a lot in common and should spend more time together. The final verse makes it clear that the person singing is interested in a relationship, calling the partner "pleasant" and expressing a desire to have them "for my own".
Overall, the song seems to be about the fear of being left behind or forgotten by a loved one. The singer longs for attention and companionship, but doesn't understand why their partner isn't around as much as they'd like. They are also trying to make it clear that they are interested in a deeper relationship with this person. As with many songs, the lyrics leave room for interpretation, and listeners may find different layers of meaning within the words.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do you let me stay here?
I'm wondering why you still haven't left me, even though I'm not really doing anything to catch your attention.
All by myself
I'm alone here, waiting for you to take notice of me.
Why don't you come and play here
I wish you'd spend time with me and make me feel like I matter.
I'm just sitting on the shelf
I feel ignored and neglected, like I'm just an object that you've put away.
Why don't you sit right down and stay a while
I want you to spend time with me and get to know me better since we seem to have a lot in common.
We like the same things and I like your style
We seem to have similar interests and tastes, and I find you attractive.
It's not a secret, why do you keep it?
I'm not hiding my feelings for you, so why are you avoiding me?
I got to get your presence
I need to be near you because I feel happy and fulfilled around you.
Let's make it known
I want us to acknowledge our connection and start a relationship.
I think you're just so pleasant
I find you enjoyable to be around and I'm attracted to you.
I would like you for my own
I want to be in a relationship with you and have you all to myself.
You make me feel like I am just a child
You bring out a carefree, joyful side of me that makes me feel young again.
Why do you end it?
I'm worried that you'll reject me or end our budding relationship before it even starts.
Just give me credit
I hope you recognize my feelings and appreciate the effort I'm putting into trying to connect with you.
I'm just sitting on the shelf
Despite my efforts to show you how much I care for you, I still feel like I'm being ignored and overlooked.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ZOOEY DESCHANEL
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Why do you let me stay here?
All by myself
Why don't you come and play here
I'm just sitting on the shelf
Why don't you sit right down and stay a while
We like the same things and I like your style
It's not a secret, why do you keep it?
I'm just sitting on the shelf
I got to get your presence
Let's make it known
I think you're just so pleasant
I would like you for my own
Why don't you sit right down and make me smile
You make me feel like I am just a child
Why do you end it?
Just give me credit
I'm just sitting on the shelf
@heydoode
I love Zooey's voice! She sounds like a classic 50s singer.
@chrisrj9871
I was thinking 70s in some parts.
....and I hope it was a good 13 years for you 😕
@maggietapia8900
Can we talk about how underrated She & Him are? Love their work!!
@Sinirsey
500 days od summer :)
@jason.simone
Not as underrated as M. Ward is though
@mommy2kaylie
Why is she not more famous as a singer? She is so unique and uber talented. I have loved her ever since I heard her sing "Baby, It's Cold Outside" on the movie "Elf". She should be all over the radio channels. She is amazing!
@nightmare-nightmarenightma1147
12 years...geez time is flying
@Sinirsey
Yeah :(
@raging_ell4445
13 yrs now
@rihannarox11
i love this whole era of style, and everything about her, shes my idol!