Clover
Benjamins Lyrics


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I can't imagine what you must think
I have more to say than what I'm willing to tell
I have ideas about the way things should be
I have a picture of you that you didn't give me

(chorus)
Be careful
It's like taking steps back
Be careful
You just might say something

it's getting to me how I waste my time
Just like something I've got on my mind
I wanted something
Something that would last forever
You wanted more than me
But who could blame you?

(chorus)

I had a dream that I wrote a song for you
And you just sat back and laughed
I can't sleep to save my life
I guess that's what I get for

(chorus)





sweet clover

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Benjamin's song "Clover" reflect a sense of hesitation and uncertainty in a relationship. The singer acknowledges that he has more to say than what he is willing to express, creating an aura of mystery and reluctance. He believes that he has a certain notion of how things should be but is unsure if it aligns with his partner's thoughts. The image of the person that he has in his mind may not entirely correlate with how his love interest perceives themselves. The chorus of the song provides a warning to the singer to be cautious, as saying something in haste could ruin everything that they have built so far. The fear of miscommunication or being misunderstood is palpable, making him hesitant to voice out his opinions.


In the second stanza, the singer contemplates how he has been wasting his time on something that may not yield any long-lasting results. He admits to wanting something that would stand the test of time, but his partner may be looking for something more significant. The chorus of the song is repeated, driving home the importance of being mindful of their words and actions. The last verses of the song are ambiguous, and the listener is left to interpret its meaning. The singer mentions how he dreamt about writing a song for his partner, but they laughed it off, indicating that the relationship was not as serious as he thought. The song ends on a melancholic note, with the singer unable to sleep and acknowledging that perhaps he got what he deserved.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't imagine what you must think
I am aware that you have thoughts about me, but I cannot comprehend what it could be.


I have more to say than what I'm willing to tell
There are things I want to share with you, but I hold them back intentionally.


I have ideas about the way things should be
I have a distinct perception of how reality should be shaped.


I have a picture of you that you didn't give me
I have an image of you in my mind that was not created by you or your actions.


Be careful It's like taking steps back Be careful You just might say something
You should exercise caution because your actions or words might lead to unwanted consequences.


It's getting to me how I waste my time Just like something I've got on my mind I wanted something Something that would last forever You wanted more than me But who could blame you?
I am frustrated that I have spent my time on something that I might not be able to retain, but I understand why you expect more from me.


I had a dream that I wrote a song for you And you just sat back and laughed I can't sleep to save my life I guess that's what I get for
I dreamt of offering you a piece of my heart and being met with ridicule. I am lost and cannot rest because of it.


Sweet clover
A peaceful and heartfelt exclamation that serves as the chorus of the song.




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