Pulling All The Stops
Brendan Ryan Lyrics

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God, I know it's obvious
To everyone around
Including you
But I keep pushing through
Oh God, I'm so damn obvious
That it hardly counts
Anymore
But I keep pushing forward

And while others watch the show
Well, they all clearly just know
That it's all directed into the first row
And that's you

Cause I'll do anything to make you smile
So I'll do everything for quite a while
And while I lose track of time
I'm just desperately trying to make you mine
I won't stop 'till there's nothing left
'Till I can't say a word due to loss of breath
Cause for some damn reason
It's always what I do
I'm always pulling all the stops for you

I look over at your best friend
Rolling her eyes like here he goes again
And it's true
But it don't seem to bother you

And while others always stare
It's like it's just you and me there
While the rest of world, well
They just don't seem to care
Except they do

Cause I'll do anything to make you smile
So I'll do everything for quite a while
And while I lose track of time
I'm just desperately trying to make you mine
I won't stop 'till there's nothing left
'Till I can't say a word due to loss of breath
Cause for some damn reason
It's always what I do
I'm always pulling all the stops for you

And I
Don't know why I do it for
Cause you always give me such applause, baby
But never the encore
And I've
Almost grown accustomed
To all of your ways
But it seems like every time
We end up eye to eye
It's like I become a man of the stage

Cause I'll do anything to make you smile
So I'll do everything for quite a while
And while I lose track of time
I'm just desperately trying to make you mine
I won't stop 'till there's nothing left
'Till I can't say a word due to loss of breath
Cause for some damn reason
It's always what I do
Yeah, for some damn reason

It's always what I do
I'm always pulling all the stops for you

Overall Meaning

In the song "Pulling All The Stops" by Brendan Ryan, the lyrics suggest the singer's deep devotion and determination to make someone they care about happy. The singer acknowledges that their efforts may be obvious to everyone, including the person they are trying to impress, yet they continue to push through and strive to make a lasting impact. Despite feeling like their actions may not be significant anymore, the singer remains committed to moving forward.

The lyrics also highlight the singer's focus on a specific individual, emphasizing a desire to bring a smile to their face at any cost. The singer expresses a willingness to go to great lengths to win over this person, dedicating their time and energy to capturing their attention and affection. This devotion is unyielding, as the singer vows to keep trying until they have exhausted all efforts, going so far as to be left breathless.

The song alludes to the perception of others watching this one-sided pursuit, with onlookers seemingly aware of the singer's efforts. Despite potential disapproval or indifference from the external world, the singer's singular focus remains on the individual they are trying to impress. The lyrics portray a sense of isolation and intimacy between the singer and the intended recipient amid the public scrutiny, showcasing a bond that transcends external judgment.

Towards the end of the song, the singer reflects on the cyclical nature of their actions and the complex dynamics at play in their relationship. Despite receiving praise and acknowledgment from the person they are pursuing, there seems to be a consistent lack of reciprocation or closure. This emotional turmoil is encapsulated in the metaphor of becoming a "man of the stage" when face to face with the person of interest, alluding to a performance-like quality in their interactions. The chorus reinforces the singer's unwavering dedication and persistence in going to extreme lengths for this individual, regardless of the outcome or recognition received.

Line by Line Meaning

God, I know it's obvious
I am well aware of how clear my feelings are

To everyone around including you
Everyone, including you, can see it

But I keep pushing through
Yet, I continue to persevere

Oh God, I'm so damn obvious
My emotions are painfully evident

That it hardly counts anymore
It's become so apparent that it almost doesn't matter

But I keep pushing forward
Yet, I persist in moving ahead

And while others watch the show
As others observe from the sidelines

Well, they all clearly just know
They fully understand

That it's all directed into the first row
My efforts are aimed directly at you

And that's you
You are the recipient of my actions

Cause I'll do anything to make you smile
I am willing to go to great lengths to bring joy to you