Boyfriend
Boyfriend Lyrics


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Could you see me in a crowd?
I'm wearing a really loud shirt
Would you tie all the 's's together?
Ignore every if and no?
My boyfriend says I can't talk to you anymore
If I had a head where my head is, would you look back
Or laugh?
There are so many kinds of pressure
And I'm bound to crack
I had to wake up to make everything slow down
And in a crowd you look so miserable, you pitiful dog
You cut it all up and arrange it to your taste
I like the new name




I like these new tastes and friends
My boyfriend says I can't talk to you anymore

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Boyfriend's song "Boyfriend" are introspective and emotional. The first verse speaks to the insecurities and doubts that the singer has about themselves. They're asking if someone would notice them in a crowd, even if they're wearing a loud shirt. They then ask if this someone would ignore all the imperfections in their speech and still be interested in them. The uncertainty of whether they'd be accepted is palpable.


The second verse, however, is more focused on the external pressure that the singer feels from their relationship. They mention that their boyfriend has forbidden them from talking to someone (presumably the person they're speaking to in the song). The use of "if I had a head where my head is" adds to this uneasiness, as if they're asking if things were different, would the other person still like them? It's a unique way of questioning if someone likes the singer for who they are or just certain aspects of them. The repetition of the line "my boyfriend says I can't talk to you anymore" drives home the feeling of being trapped and unable to escape.


Overall, the lyrics are full of self-doubt, insecurities, and pressure, both internal and external. The singer is searching for acceptance and validation, but also struggling to understand who they are and what they want.


Line by Line Meaning

Could you see me in a crowd?
Can you identify me in a group of people?


I'm wearing a really loud shirt
I am dressed in a flamboyant outfit.


Would you tie all the 's's together?
Would you put extra effort and attention to detail?


Ignore every if and no?
Disregard any obstacles or boundaries?


My boyfriend says I can't talk to you anymore
I am forbidden by my partner to have any conversation with you.


If I had a head where my head is, would you look back, Or laugh?
If I had an unusual physical feature, would you find it amusing or intriguing?


There are so many kinds of pressure, And I'm bound to crack
I am under so many different forms of stress that I am likely to break down.


I had to wake up to make everything slow down
I needed to snap out of my distractions to become more focused and calm.


And in a crowd you look so miserable, you pitiful dog
Your sad and pathetic demeanor in group situations is visible and noticeable.


You cut it all up and arrange it to your taste
You edited and organized everything to your preference.


I like the new name
I appreciate the different label and identity.


I like these new tastes and friends
I am fond of these fresh experiences and acquaintances.


My boyfriend says I can't talk to you anymore
Once again, my partner has instructed me to avoid any communication with you.




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Ashley Brown

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@apinyase4401

2020 Who's still listening?👇

@hasnia9115

Me

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Meeee love you boyfriend

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Me

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Eyyy💙

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@siopiloslunaxx

2023 and can't still get over this song, and the first band group who introduce the kpop world to me

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same here

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same here!!

@arohaxjinu

2024 y sigo aquí

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