How Can I
Betty St. Claire Lyrics
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How can I be sure where I stand with you?
Whenever I, whenever I am away from you
I wanna die 'cause you know I wanna stay with you.
How do I know? Maybe you're trying to use me.
Flying too high can confuse me. Touch me but don't take me down.
My alibi is telling people I don't care for you.
Maybe I'm just hanging around with my head up upside down.
It's a pity, I can't seem to find someone who's as pretty
and lovely as you.
How can I be sure? I really really really wanna know.
I really really really wanna know. Oh.
How can I be sure in a world that's constantly changing?
How can I be sure? I'll be sure with you.
The lyrics of Betty St. Claire's song "How Can I" delve into themes of uncertainty and doubt in a shifting world and in a romantic relationship. The artist ponders how one can find certainty and stability in a world that is constantly evolving and throwing challenges. The first two lines of the song set the tone, questioning how one can be sure about anything when everything around them seems to be in a constant state of change. It reflects the anxieties and insecurities that often arise when faced with an unpredictable world.
The second verse focuses more on the artist's personal relationship. It portrays a sense of longing and dependence on the presence of the other person. They express their desire to be with the person they care about, even to the extent of feeling like they want to die when they are away. However, there is also a hint of suspicion and fear of being used or manipulated by the other person. The line "Flying too high can confuse me. Touch me but don't take me down" suggests a fear of losing oneself or being brought down by the intensity of the relationship.
The following verse explores the conflicts within the artist's mind when they are apart from the person they love. It touches upon the struggle of maintaining a facade of indifference to others, while deep down, they still care for and long for the person they are away from. The artist laments the difficulty of finding someone who is as beautiful and lovely as the person they desire.
Overall, the song captures the uncertainty, longing, and fear that can arise in both a changing world and a romantic relationship. It explores the struggle to find certainty, stability, and authenticity in these circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
How can I be sure in a world that's constantly changing?
I find it difficult to feel certain and confident when everything around me is constantly shifting and evolving.
How can I be sure where I stand with you?
I am uncertain and unsure about the position I hold in your life and the level of commitment you have towards me.
Whenever I, whenever I am away from you
Every time I am separated from you, physically or emotionally.
I wanna die 'cause you know I wanna stay with you.
I wish for my existence to end because the only thing I desire is to be with you.
How do I know? Maybe you're trying to use me.
I question my understanding of our relationship. Perhaps you have ulterior motives and are taking advantage of me.
Flying too high can confuse me. Touch me but don't take me down.
Achieving extreme happiness and success can sometimes cloud my judgment. I want you to be a part of my life, but I fear losing my own identity in the process.
My alibi is telling people I don't care for you.
As an excuse, I inform others that I don't have any affection or concern for you.
Maybe I'm just hanging around with my head up upside down.
It's possible that I am lingering in this relationship while feeling confused and disoriented.
It's a pity, I can't seem to find someone who's as pretty and lovely as you.
Regrettably, I haven't encountered anyone who possesses the same level of beauty and charm as you.
How can I be sure? I really really really wanna know.
I desperately want to obtain certainty and reassurance.
I really really really wanna know. Oh.
My desire to find out the truth and feel secure is incredibly strong.
How can I be sure in a world that's constantly changing?
Once again, I struggle to find a sense of certainty and confidence within a world that is in constant flux.
How can I be sure? I'll be sure with you.
Despite my doubts and insecurities, I believe that I can find assurance and certainty in our relationship.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward J Brigati, Felix Cavaliere
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