Alaska
BANKS Lyrics
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And then you turned it into something
You were a petal I could pluck then, uh
Maybe we should touch or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
I found a letter from your friend, he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow, so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it, but I know it, now it's on
Instead of writing letters
Jimmy coulda had my heart to lean on
Fake, you dedicate me nothing
You couldn't say it, we were something
You got me all huffin' and puffin'
Maybe we should kiss or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
I found a letter from your friend, he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow, so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it, but I know it, now it's on
Instead of writing letters
Jimmy coulda had my heart to lean on
Call me to tell me somethin' that you want from me
And I gave in in the beginning when you asked for me
And the buzz that I know, I get it when you're sweet to me, yeah
I don't know why I'm goin', took the map from me
And I know that I wanna feed him 'cause he's so hungry
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Oh, and now I'm sayin'
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
I found a letter from your friend, he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow, so long
When he told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it, but I know it, now it's on
Instead of writing letters
Jimmy coulda had my heart to lean on
(And you should've told me)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go (say you're my only)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
(And you should've told me, told me, told me, told me)
Told me you were headed to Alaska
(Baby, you could've warned me)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy (ay), don't go
(Baby, you could've told me)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
(You could've told me, told me, told me, told me)
The lyrics in BANKS's song "Alaska" revolve around themes of mixed signals, unrequited love, and the feeling of betrayal. The singer reflects on a past relationship that started out as insignificant ("Used to call it nothing") but gradually evolved into something more meaningful thanks to the other person's actions ("And then you turned it into something"). The metaphor of being a "petal I could pluck" suggests a sense of vulnerability or being easily influenced by the other person. The singer contemplates the idea of physical intimacy ("Maybe we should touch or something") but hesitates to fully commit emotionally ("I promise I won't fall in love then").
The repeated mentions of "Jimmy" in the song represent a symbolic figure who seems to be leaving or betraying the singer. The lyrics suggest that Jimmy is going away to a distant place like Alaska, leaving behind only a letter from a friend as an explanation. The singer expresses a mix of disbelief and hurt at Jimmy's departure, emphasizing the emotional turmoil caused by this sudden separation. The mention of Alaska as the destination adds a sense of finality and distance to the relationship, highlighting the inevitability of the split.
The second verse continues the narrative of feeling deceived or led on in the relationship. The singer feels that the other person failed to fully commit or acknowledge the significance of their connection ("Fake, you dedicate me nothing"). Despite the potential for deeper emotions ("Maybe we should kiss or something"), the singer remains guarded against the possibility of falling in love. The repeated line "Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go" reinforces the sense of loss and abandonment felt by the singer, as they grapple with the realization that Jimmy is truly leaving.
In the final verse, the singer reflects on the dynamic of giving in to the other person's desires and feeling a sense of loss when they ultimately leave. The singer expresses confusion and longing, as well as a desire to be wanted and valued by the other person ("And I know that I wanna feed him 'cause he's so hungry"). The idea of being put in someone's pocket symbolizes a desire for closeness and intimacy, but also a fear of being discarded or forgotten. The repeated pleas for Jimmy not to go and the sense of missed opportunities for a deeper connection underscore the regret and sorrow in the song.
Overall, "Alaska" by BANKS explores the complexities of relationships, the pain of unreciprocated love, and the struggle to come to terms with the end of a significant connection. The lyrics convey a poignant mix of emotions, including longing, betrayal, and a sense of missed chances for true intimacy and understanding. The metaphorical journey to Alaska serves as a powerful symbol of both physical and emotional distance, highlighting the singer's sense of loss and longing for what could have been.
Line by Line Meaning
Used to call it nothing
At the beginning, this relationship seemed insignificant
And then you turned it into something
But you made it meaningful and special
You were a petal I could pluck then, uh
I felt like I could easily have you, like plucking a flower petal
Maybe we should touch or something
Perhaps we should take things to the next level physically
I promise I won't fall in love then
I assure you that I won't get emotionally attached
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't it be nice to keep me close?
Wouldn't you like that?
Don't you want that closeness and connection?
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
Please don't leave me, Jimmy
I found a letter from your friend, he said you're gone
I discovered a letter indicating you've left
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow, so long
You were heading to a snowy mountain destination
Instead of writing letters
Instead of communicating through writing
Jimmy coulda had my heart to lean on
You could have relied on my love and support
Fake, you dedicate me nothing
You devoted nothing real to me
You couldn't say it, we were something
You couldn't admit our true connection
You got me all huffin' and puffin'
You left me confused and frustrated
Maybe we should kiss or something
Maybe we should try being intimate
Call me to tell me somethin' that you want from me
Communicate your desires and needs to me directly
And I gave in in the beginning when you asked for me
I agreed to your requests early on
And the buzz that I know, I get it when you're sweet to me, yeah
I feel a sense of excitement when you're kind to me
I don't know why I'm goin', took the map from me
I'm unsure why I'm continuing this journey, feeling lost without direction
And I know that I wanna feed him 'cause he's so hungry
I want to nourish and care for him
Oh, and now I'm sayin'
Now I realize
Baby, you could've warned me
You could have given me a heads up
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy (ay), don't go
Please don't leave, Jimmy
You could've told me, told me, told me, told me
You should have been honest with me
Told me you were headed to Alaska
You should have informed me about your plans to go to Alaska
Instead of writing letters
Instead of leaving a note
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jillian Rose Banks, Josiah Sherman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
thatone240girl
[Chorus 1]
Used to call it nothing
And then you turned it into something
You were a petal I could pluck then, hmm
Maybe we should touch or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
[Chorus]
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
I found a letter from your friend, he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow, so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it, but I know it, now it's on
Instead of writing letters, Jimmy coulda had my heart to lean on
[Verse 2]
Fake, you dedicate me nothing
You couldn't say it, we were something
You got me all huffin' and puffin'
Maybe we should kiss or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
[Chorus]
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
I found a letter from your friend, he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow, so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it, but I know it, now it's on
Instead of writing letters, Jimmy coulda had my heart to lean on
[Bridge]
Call me to tell me something that you want from me
And I give in in the beginning when you ask for me
And the buzz that I know, I get it when you're sweet to me, yeah
I don't know why I'm goin', took the map from me
And I know I want to feed him 'cause he's so hungry
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that? (For real)
And now I'm sayin'
[Chorus]
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
I found a letter from your friend, he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow, so long
He told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it, but I know it, now it's on
Instead of writing letters, Jimmy coulda had my heart to lean on
[Outro]
(You should've told me)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go (Say you're my only)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
(You should've told me, told me, told me, told me)
Told me you were headed to Alaska
(Baby, you coulda warned me, hey)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
(Baby, you coulda told me, hey)
Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, Jimmy, don't go
Jimmy, you coulda told me, told me, told me, told me
Patrícia Alexandra
Used to call it nothing
And then you turned it into something
You were a petal I could pluck then
Maybe we should touch or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
Fake! You dedicate me nothing!
You couldn't say it we were something!
You got me all huffin' and puffin'
Maybe we should kiss or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
Call me to tell me something that you want from me
And I give in in the beginning when you ask for me
And the buzz that I know I get it when you're sweet to me
I don't know why I'm going took the map from me
And I know that I want to feed him 'cause he's so hungry
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
And now I'm saying
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
You shoulda told me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
Say you're my only
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
You should've told me told me told me told me
Told me you were heading to Alaska
Baby you coulda warned me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
And baby you could've told me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
Jimmy you could've told me told me told me told me
causantin
Lyrics:
Used to call it nothing
And then you turned it into something
You were a petal I could pluck then
Maybe we should touch or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
Fake! You dedicate me nothing!
You couldn't say it we were something!
You got me all huffin' and puffin'
Maybe we should kiss or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
Call me to tell me something that you want from me
And I give in in the beginning when you ask for me
And the buzz that I know I get it when you're sweet to me
I don't know why I'm going took the map from me
And I know that I want to feed him 'cause he's so hungry
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
And now I'm saying
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
You shoulda told me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
Say you're my only
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
You should've told me told me told me told me
Told me you were heading to Alaska
Baby you coulda warned me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
And baby you could've told me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
Jimmy you could've told me told me told me told me
danielle carnicle
Used to call it nothing
And then you turned it into something
You were a petal I could pluck then
Maybe we should touch or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
Fake! You dedicate me nothing!
You couldn't say it we were something!
You got me all huffin' and puffin'
Maybe we should kiss or something
I promise I won't fall in love then
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
Call me to tell me something that you want from me
And I give in in the beginning when you ask for me
And the buzz that I know I get it when you're sweet to me
I don't know why I'm going took the map from me
And I know that I want to feed him 'cause he's so hungry
You could put me in your pocket
Wouldn't you like that?
And now I'm saying
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
I found a letter from your friend he said you're gone
He said you were going to the mountain with the most snow so long
Told me you were headed for Alaska
I thought I dreamt it but I know it now it's on
Instead of writing letters Jimmy could've had my heart to lean on
You shoulda told me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
Say you're my only
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
You should've told me told me told me told me
Told me you were heading to Alaska
Baby you coulda warned me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
And baby you could've told me
Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy don't go
Jimmy you could've told me told me told me told me
maria
it's funny because i hear like some tropical/summer vibes from this song but it's called alaska 10/10
cutme withscissors
Do you hear like often?
Leonardo Smith
She was in the Hawaiian Mazes when she found he went to Alaska
Eliza Elle
Maybe it’s because even tho he went to Alaska she’s still in the spicy salsa mode of being a boss ass bitch without him :)
Alessandro Boicel-Maldonado
Maria you know it’s really funny, I said the exact same thing when I first heard This....
laurenlagem
I love this woman. Screamed when I saw she released a bunch of new songs
Pedro Felipe Pamplona
She truly is one of a kind
laurenlagem
joe nathan a while album indeed
Jphan
A while album
ZeeGeeJay
Won't sleep until I hear this whole album. Then when I wake up tomorrow all these awesome tracks will be on repeat. Love this new sound she has!