Call My Name
Cheryl Lyrics
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You got me confused by the way I've changed
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
My name, say my name baby
It's the love you save for the way I know we've been apart
It's an endless circle of poison arrow to my heart
Singin' I, I love what you do to me, need you to stay with me
I, I love you too much to let go
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
You got me confused by the way I've changed
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
My name, say my name baby
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
You got me confused by the way I've changed
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
My name, say my name baby
It's a constant thought of my baby taking up my time
It's a non-stop vision of you that's playing on my mind
Singin' I, I love what you do to me, need you to stay with me
I, I love you too much to let go
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
You got me confused by the way I've changed
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
My name, say my name baby
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
You got me confused by the way I've changed
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
My name, say my name baby
When you call my name
When you call my name
Say my name baby
When you call my name
When you call my name
Say my name baby
In Cheryl's song "Call My Name", the lyrics delve into the confusion and longing that comes with a breakup. The repetition of the line "how'd you think I feel when you call my name" showcases a sense of vulnerability and hurt. The singer is fighting to move on from the past relationship, but the sound of their ex-partner's voice saying their name pulls them back into the memories and emotions they thought they had left behind. The bridge highlights the power of love and how it can hold onto a person despite their best efforts to let go. The lyrics express a certain amount of apprehension about love, but also convey a sense of acceptance and understanding that this particular love is worth fighting for.
The chorus is very catchy and the background beat and instrumental arrangement give a pop/dance vibe, making it a hit on the dance floors. It peaked at number one on the UK Singles Chart, becoming her third solo number-one single. Call My Name is written and produced by Calvin Harris, who as well as playing all the instruments on the track, also features on backing vocals. The song’s music video was filmed in downtown Los Angeles and features Cheryl in a sleeveless black jumpsuit, with dancers behind her, alongside an array of brightly-coloured backdrops. Cheryl had stated that the song was inspired by the sound of dance-pop and electropop music that was prevailing in 2011, which she had become interested in. The song's chords are Am, F, C, G throughout the song.
Line by Line Meaning
How'd you think I feel when you call my name
It's a question that expresses the emotional impact of hearing one's name being called by someone they deeply care about.
You got me confused by the way I've changed
The singer is acknowledging that they've undergone a significant transformation that has caused confusion for the person calling their name.
My name, say my name baby
A plea for the person to keep calling their name as it indicates a level of intimacy and affection between them.
It's the love you save for the way I know we've been apart
The artist is grateful for the love they still receive despite being separated from the person for a period of time.
It's an endless circle of poison arrow to my heart
The artist acknowledges that their love for the person can be painful and destructive at times.
Singin' I, I love what you do to me, need you to stay with me
The singer is expressing their love for the person and a desire for them to stay by their side.
I, I love you too much to let go
The singer is saying that their love for the person is too strong to simply let go, despite any challenges or obstacles they may face.
It's a constant thought of my baby taking up my time
The person is always on the artist's mind, occupying their thoughts and attention.
It's a non-stop vision of you that's playing on my mind
The image or memory of the person is constantly playing in the artist's mind, almost like a movie or video.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Calvin Harris
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@theharshtruthoutthere
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they are:
DECEIVERS
MTFs and FTMs
cowards
masons puppets
greedy
in love of all lies
demon possessed
members of one big club: FREEMASONRY
And they all let us know, by placing the masonic hand signs and symbols into all music videos, movies, concerts, magazines…..
@benjaminparker8139
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crickets
Calvin Harris doesn’t get his name on a song he produced
this comment thread
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@JoshuaPingley
Cheryl was absolute PERFECTION during this era.
@GameGuy9100
Your pic is the gayest thing I've seen
@niko.0769
Fcking aye lol
@juliekeenan2868
GameGuy9100
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@juliekeenan2868
GameGuy9100
Lmao oh no.
@billgates2527
She's still is
@Jeansowaty
This song was such a childhood fever dream. I remember hearing it on the radio all the time in 2012. Now it hits different!
@keeleykidrowicz2493
😅
@theharshtruthoutthere
@@keeleykidrowicz2493 Judging the entertainers righteously:
they are:
DECEIVERS
MTFs and FTMs
cowards
masons puppets
greedy
in love of all lies
demon possessed
members of one big club: FREEMASONRY
And they all let us know, by placing the masonic hand signs and symbols into all music videos, movies, concerts, magazines…..
@sarahoran6555
Cheryl as a solo artist did not get enough credit, all her songs were bangers and shes a great performer