Valentine
Arrowhead Lyrics


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I'm not one for soppy leaps of faith
I'm not one to burn a bridge
I'm not one to buy a rose
It's a cynics life i live

Could've easily forgotten you
In fact, i almost did
What a waste that would've been
A regretful life to live

I like the way you talk
I close my eyes and wish upon a screen

I had you for an afternoon
You had me for two months
It's a strong grip that you hold me by
Will you be my valentine?

One minute you will make me laugh
And the next you'll make me cry




But i'll be glad to let it slide
If you be my valentine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Arrowhead's song "Valentine" speak to the singer's skepticism and reluctance to embrace clichéd expressions of love. They declare not being one to take romantic risks, burn bridges, or engage in traditional gestures such as buying roses. Rather, they describe themselves as living a cynic's life.


The lyrics convey the possibility of almost forgetting someone but realizing the potential waste and regret that would entail. Despite their cynicism, the singer admits to being drawn to this person, appreciating their way of speaking. They daydream, closing their eyes and wishing for something more while looking at a screen.


The song suggests a brief encounter or connection that lasted only an afternoon for the singer. In contrast, the other person had a significant impact on them, holding them with a "strong grip" for two months. The singer ends the song by asking this person to be their valentine, acknowledging the roller-coaster emotions they may evoke but being willing to let things slide.


Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of vulnerability, hesitation, and a desire for connection despite the singer's inclination towards cynicism and guardedness. It highlights the complexities of human emotions and the willingness to take a chance on love, even with its uncertainties.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm not one for soppy leaps of faith
I don't believe in taking emotional risks


I'm not one to burn a bridge
I don't like to permanently end relationships


I'm not one to buy a rose
I don't express my affection through traditional romantic gestures


It's a cynics life i live
I live a life of skepticism and doubt


Could've easily forgotten you
I could have easily erased you from my memory


In fact, i almost did
I came close to forgetting about you


What a waste that would've been
It would have been a regrettable missed opportunity


A regretful life to live
A life filled with regret and longing


I like the way you talk
I enjoy your way of speaking


I close my eyes and wish upon a screen
I fantasize and daydream about you


I had you for an afternoon
We had a brief period of time together


You had me for two months
I was emotionally invested in you for a longer period


It's a strong grip that you hold me by
You have a powerful hold on my emotions


Will you be my valentine?
Will you be my romantic partner on Valentine's Day?


One minute you will make me laugh
You have the ability to make me laugh at times


And the next you'll make me cry
But sometimes you hurt me and make me cry


But i'll be glad to let it slide
However, I am willing to overlook these ups and downs


If you be my valentine
If you agree to be my romantic partner on Valentine's Day




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Comments from YouTube:

@JoGtrackriff

So good!

@niklasschilling1775

Absolutely amazing !

@CoriniansSaySalame

Such emotional vocals! I want to hear more

@Unidentifying

great stuff

@MrScreamCream

everything in here seems perfect to me. awesome!

especially the last 2 lyric lines. im impressed.

@baao_

Still one of my favorites. So sad these guys aren't around anymore as a band :/

@omargodoy9540

SOUNDS SO FUCKIN FAST MAN AND THE SCREAMS ARE GREAT

@andyromero6468

CoriniansSay Salame Go to the bandcamp! The full EP is up there.

@IDREAMTTHESEA

done!

@sandarshsrivastav

I can hear the metronome bleeding into the track in the beginning! :( ! Awesome song though!!

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