You Make Me Want To Be A Man
宇多田ヒカル Lyrics
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This is just the way I am
I really want to tell you something, but I can't
You make me want to be a man
Arguments that have no meaning
This is just the way I am
You really want to tell me something, but you can't
The thunder and the rain called you and you came
We didn't need to say much to communicate
Now it's different, 99% is misinterpreted
I really want to tell you something
This is just the way I am
I really want to tell you something, but I can't
You make me want to be a man
Arguments that have no meaning
This is just the way I am
You really want to tell me something, but you can't
You make me want to be a man
Every word you say finds a home in me
Nothing that anyone could ever say
Could hurt me like this
Baby please, don't light that cigarette
Don't light that cigarette
I really want to tell you something
This is just the way I am
I really want to tell you something, but I can't
You make me want to be a man
Arguments that have no meaning
This is just the way I am
You really want to tell me something, but you can't
You make me want to be a man
I really want to tell you something
This is just the way I am
I really want to tell you something, but I can't
You make me want to be a man
Arguments that have no meaning
This is just the way I am
You really want to tell me something, but you can't
You make me want to be a man
"You Make Me Want To Be A Man" by 宇多田ヒカル appears to be about someone who is struggling to communicate their feelings and thoughts to the person they love. Throughout the song, the singer expresses their desire to tell their loved one something but finds themselves unable to do so. They feel frustrated and helpless, and it seems that they are struggling with their own identity and masculinity - hence the title's phrase "You make me want to be a man."
The second verse suggests that the singer and their loved one used to have a strong connection - "the thunder and the rain called you and you came/ We didn't need to say much to communicate." However, things have changed, and now the singer feels that most of what they say is misinterpreted. The chorus repeats the idea that the loved one is having an impact on the singer's identity, making them want to become a better, more mature person.
The final verse is particularly poignant, as the singer begs their loved one not to light a cigarette - a small, intimate moment that suggests the depth of feeling between the two. It seems that the singer is desperate for a way to convey their emotions, but feels trapped by their own personality and insecurities.
Overall, the song is a complex exploration of intimacy, identity, and communication in a relationship. The singer seems to be struggling with their own sense of self, and is perhaps even scared of opening up to their loved one. However, the bond between them is strong enough that even small moments can carry great weight.
Line by Line Meaning
I really want to tell you something
I have a message for you that I deeply desire to express.
This is just the way I am
I may not change who I am, despite my feelings for you.
I really want to tell you something, but I can't
There is an obstacle preventing me from expressing my message to you.
You make me want to be a man
You inspire me to be a better, more mature version of myself.
Arguments that have no meaning
Our disagreements have become meaningless and unproductive.
The thunder and the rain called you and you came
You are a natural force that I am drawn to, even in difficult circumstances.
We didn't need to say much to communicate
We had a deep understanding without relying heavily on words.
Now it's different, 99% is misinterpreted
Recently, our communication has suffered, with most of what we say being misunderstood.
Every word you say finds a home in me
I closely listen and internalize everything you say to me.
Nothing that anyone could ever say
No one else can affect me like you can.
Could hurt me like this
Your actions have a profound impact on my emotional wellbeing.
Baby please, don't light that cigarette
I care about your health and safety, and would prefer if you didn't smoke.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hikaru Utada
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ake Mimi
I really wanna tell you something
This is just the way I am
I really wanna tell you something, but I can't
You make me want to be a man
Arguments that have no meaning
This is just the way I am
You really wanna tell me something, but you can't
You make me want to be a man
[Verse 1]
The thunder and the rain
Called you and you came
We didn't need to say much to communicate
Now it's different
99% is misinterpreted
[Chorus]
I really wanna tell you something
This is just the way I am
I really wanna tell you something, but I can't
You make me want to be a man
Arguments that have no meaning
This is just the way I am
You really wanna tell me something, but you can't
You make me want to be a man
Every word you say, finds a home in me
Nothing that anyone could ever say
Could hurt me like this
Baby please, don't light that cigarette
Don't light that cigarette
[Chorus]
I really wanna tell you something
This is just the way I am
I really wanna tell you something, but I can't
You make me want to be a man
Arguments that have no meaning
This is just the way I am
You really wanna tell me something, but you can't
You make me want to be a man
Articulate Design ASMR
I used to listen to this while walking patrols at night in my very first job as a security guard like 9 years ago! Life changes but a piece of music remains exactly as it is :)
Articulate Design ASMR
I freaking love this song and i think it's such a shame that it's almost entirely unknown out with her fan base. She creates the most interesting and catchy music and should be playing host to millionssss of subscribers.
j smith
Dont worry.......we know the best music.........the masses can stick with J soul brothers etc
Hexy Ko
Hey there I love your videos
Articulate Design ASMR
@Hexy Ko hahah really? that's amazing to find you here then :D
Possibly Maybe
She has the best selling album in Japan ever it’s just america that’s behind
MIMIxAyu
I remember Utada stating that this song was about her wanting to have a mutual understanding with her ex-husband. The fact that women and men are so different makes it hard for her to understand the meaningless arguments between him and her, so she wants to be a man in order to understand his point of view. A really deep song, and I'm sure it meant a lot to Utada.
Agirua Eyac
Hence why I think it's amazing how she's trying to get over it by creating this song it's her way to deal with drama ..this is superb.
jon Doe
Thank you
Kiss-Shot Acerola-Orion Heart-Under-Blade
@Ugly Bastard (INACTIVE) ...so you say you like the song because it frames women instead of men, got it. Also completely misinterpreted, but not a surprise.