Chair
Big Deal Lyrics

You dont trust me to sit on your bed
The singer feels untrusted by their lover because they are not allowed to sit on their bed.

put me on a chair in the corner instead
The singer is given a less desirable location, placed in a chair in the corner, which further emphasizes their lack of trust.

you dont trust me
The singer emphasizes their lack of trust from their lover, highlighting the issue in their relationship.

you dont trust me at all
The artist feels completely untrusted by their lover, indicating a deep-seated issue in their relationship.

only want me for my lungs
The artist feels used by their lover for their singing abilities, instead of being valued as an individual in the relationship.

only want me for the songs I write about you
The singer feels like their music is only valuable to their lover when it's about the relationship, rather than being appreciated for its own merit.

about how i like you
The singer's songs are focused on their feelings for their lover, which may be unrecognized or under-appreciated.

I'm just hoping you slip up
Despite feeling untrusted and used, the artist is still hoping for a chance to prove themselves to their lover.

miss a step
The artist wants their lover to make a mistake or slip up, which could be a chance for them to prove their worth in the relationship.

stop being sensible
The artist wants their lover to act more impulsively, rather than adhering to a rational, trustworthy persona.

Fall
The singer wants their lover to take a risk and fall into their arms, demonstrating their trust and affection.

Into into my arms
The artist desires an emotional and physical connection with their lover, as evidenced by the repetition of the word 'into'.

Don't you want to have that morning again?
The singer wants to recapture a moment of intimacy and connection between themselves and their lover.

Wanna be your lover, trying hard to be your friend
The singer wants to be more to their lover than just a musical asset, seeking a deeper connection that includes both romantic and platonic elements.

You're so sweet and you keep me that way
The singer acknowledges that their lover is a positive influence on their life, particularly their emotional state.

mess with my head, mess with my head
The artist's lover is emotionally manipulative and confusing, creating turmoil and confusion for the artist.

I know that you've been playing me
The artist has come to the realization that their lover is manipulating them emotionally, leading to a feeling of betrayal and sadness.

You dont trust me to sit on your bed
Returning to the opening lines, the singer emphasizes their lack of trust with their lover and how it impacts their life.

put me on a chair in the corner instead
The lover continues to restrict and control the singer's actions, further exacerbating the issues in their relationship.

Dont you wanna have that morning again?
Repeated from earlier, the artist still desires a reconnection with their lover and a return to a happier time in their relationship.

Wanna be your lover, trying hard to be your friend
Once again, the artist emphasizes their desire for a deeper, more well-rounded connection with their lover.

you're so sweet and you keep me that way
Another repetition of the idea that the lover is a positive influence on the artist, even if their relationship is flawed.

mess with my head, mess with my head
The emotional manipulation and confusion caused by the lover is once again emphasized.

I know that you've been playing me
The artist has come to a full realization of their lover's manipulative behavior, confirming their suspicion from earlier in the song.

mess with my head, mess with my head
Repeating this line further emphasizes the emotional pain and chaos caused by the singer's lover.