Growing Pains
Abbie Ozard Lyrics
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Wish you'd tell me when this will end
Cause' whenever I see you I always act a fool
Piece the night back together from my bed
I see you, I wanna play it cool but can't
Cause' I want you by my side, my side
Well I guess that's growing pains
I guess that's growing pains
Is she the kind of thing you like (You like, you like)
Maybe I'm just not your type (Your type, your type)
You're 94, and I'm 97
If I was older would I care about impressing you
From the corner of the room
Cause' whenever I see you I always act a fool
Piece the night back together from my bed
I see you, I wanna play it cool but can't
Cause' I want you by my side, my side
You say no and that's fine, alright
Well I guess that's growing pains
I guess that's growing pains
I guess that's growing pains
Cause' I want you by my side, my side
You say no and that's fine, alright
Well I guess that's growing
I want you by my side, my side
You say no and that's fine, alright
Well I guess that's growing pains
I guess that's growing pains
I guess that's growing pains
The lyrics of Abbie Ozard's song Growing Pains are full of youthful angst and desire. The singer is struggling with unrequited love and the pain of growing up and not always getting what they want. The opening lines, "I've got that sinking feeling again, wish you'd tell me when this will end" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is struggling with their feelings and wishes for some clarity and resolution.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's insecurities and doubts. They wonder if they are the type of person that the object of their affection likes, and question the impact of their age difference. The line "If I was older would I care about impressing you" reflects the singer's uncertainty about their own value and self-worth.
The chorus repeats the desire for companionship and intimacy, expressed through the line "Cause I want you by my side, my side." However, the singer is also resigned to the fact that their love may not be reciprocated, stating "You say no and that's fine, alright." The phrase "growing pains" is repeated multiple times, implying that the struggle with unrequited love and self-doubt is a natural part of growing up and maturing.
Overall, the lyrics of Growing Pains capture the mixed emotions and uncertainty of adolescence, particularly the pain of unrequited love and the challenges of navigating social relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got that sinking feeling again (Again, again)
I am experiencing the same intense emotion of despair once again
Wish you'd tell me when this will end
I wish you could offer me some clarity about the termination of my feelings
Cause' whenever I see you I always act a fool
My behavior becomes irrational and ridiculous when I am in your presence
Piece the night back together from my bed
I spend the night trying to put my broken self back together in the solitude of my bed
I see you, I wanna play it cool but can't
Although I wish to maintain composure in your company, I am unable to do so
Cause' I want you by my side, my side
I crave your companionship and closeness
You say no and that's fine, alright
I accept your rejection of my advances
Well I guess that's growing pains
I suppose this is part of the discomfort and learning process of growing up
Is she the kind of thing you like (You like, you like)
Are you attracted to someone like her?
Maybe I'm just not your type (Your type, your type)
Perhaps I am not the kind of person you are interested in
You're 94, and I'm 97
There is a difference of only a few years in our ages
If I was older would I care about impressing you
If I were more mature, would I still feel the need to win your admiration?
From the corner of the room
I observe you furtively from afar
I guess that's growing pains
I suppose this is part of the discomfort and learning process of growing up
Writer(s): Abbie Ozzard, Richard Turvey
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Marta López
How the fuck aren't there more people loving this, the video and music are amazing, please keep on doing this
Anuar Andres Cuello
Enserio que no entiendo por qué no tiene más reconocimiento ésta canción y ella
Meowwentthedino
Classic song!
K. Debbarma
You're simply beautiful & your voice has got some unique vocals naturally . Just keep going .
Peter Whalen
this is amazing
GaelArl
I love You Abbie 💗
mel
Me encantaaa
許Keny
好聽
Nantwichfarmer
Brilliant.....
LiamT180
Brilliant