SCIENTIST
Brendan Ryan Lyrics
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But that's not what you mean
The answer's hazy
Despite how sure you may seem
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Not sure what about you keeps me staying but I'm still here saying that I just can't let you go
Flip on flopping first you'll go then stop, conversations over but still gon' talk
Try to figure it all out but I just cannot, seas of hypotheses and still I got-
Nothing. Nothing on figuring all you out
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Retesting every experiment oh oo woah
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Cause I've got theories on you but they never really matter
I've got theories but they all just get debunked
So what can I do when studying this matter
When every time you change you mind, I'm stuck
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Retesting every experiment oh oo woah
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Oh
Tell me very quickly if I'm getting real close
If by some magic miracle I'm cracking you code
I know
Pretty much nothing and when I think I got something
You'll just come on in running messing up what shows
Woah woah woah - mixing up beakers 'till my speakers explode
Misread poll on my soul
Another experiment. Hello, control
But honestly I promise that this science was never for me
Our history is more my forte
And our future on the other hand would be hard to forsee
If every thing you said didn't instantly floor me
And morally I know that you'll still me mine
While your back to playing hacky sack with my mind
But it doesn't make it easier for me to find
Why I'm having such a harder time
I mean
What do I gotta do to figure out your ways
Comprehend the changes in with everything you say
I mean it's come quite customary what whenever you're near me
I got my lab coat on and I'm developing theories
On you, like I'm a scientist woah
Yeah, I'm studying you like I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Yeah, I'm studying you like I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Woah
I'm studying you like I'm a scientist oh oo woah
Yeah
Figure out your ways
I said, figure out your ways
Figure our your ways
In Brendan Ryan's song "Scientist," the singer engages in a personal exploration of the complexities of their relationship with an unpredictable partner. The opening lyrics present a dialogue where the partner insists the singer is "crazy," yet the singer suggests that this is a surface-level assessment—implying that the true nuances of their relationship are far less clear-cut. The use of "hazy" to describe the answer to their situation speaks to the ambiguity and confusion that can arise in love. This sense of uncertainty is compounded by the singer's admission of being a "scientist" when it comes to understanding their partner, indicating an analytical approach to an emotional experience that is fraught with difficulty. The repetition of this line emphasizes a struggle between emotion and intellect, suggesting that the singer's desire to rationalize the relationship is met with no clear conclusions.
Moving deeper into the lyrics, the singer shares their reflection on the challenges and frustrations of trying to "study" their partner. The metaphor of scientific inquiry is expanded as the singer admits their own inability to comprehend the behavior of their partner, despite the effort invested. The line about people likely deciding to walk away from the relationship underlines the notion that, while others might judge the situation as untenable, the singer remains inexplicably drawn to their partner. This contradiction illustrates the complex emotional stakes involved; even in the face of logical reasoning suggesting otherwise, love defies the expectations set by others. The lack of clarity becomes a recurrent theme, with the singer describing their attempts to derive meaning from the relationship through various "hypotheses," ultimately leading to a series of dead ends or, as they put it, "Nothing."
As the song progresses, the singer discusses their "theories" about their partner, which invariably fail to hold up under scrutiny. The acknowledgment that these theories are debunked mirrors the sense of frustration that accompanies trying to decode someone who is emotionally evasive or unpredictable. The repeated emphasis on "retesting" experiments serves as a metaphor for the cyclical nature of relationships, where familiarity may bring comfort but also reaffirms the confusion when the partner's responses are inconsistent. This cycle of trial and error in understanding one another can feel exhausting, and the singer's helplessness is palpable. Ultimately, this repeated experimentation leads to emotional fatigue, where the singer feels lost in their exploration, unable to make sense of the chaos that complicates their connection.
By the end of the song, the singer conveys a longing for deeper understanding while grappling with their own emotional limitations. The desperate plea for insight—"Tell me very quickly if I'm getting real close"—reveals a sense of vulnerability and eagerness to bridge the gap of uncertainty between them. The final lines reflect the tension between the analytical approach intended to foster clarity and the emotional rollercoaster they experience instead. The lab coat metaphor denotes a feeling of being a mad scientist at the mercy of their experiments in love—a reflection of the personal stakes involved in what seems to be a deeply flawed human connection. What this ultimately reveals is not just a struggle for understanding but an acknowledgment of the relational dynamics at play, marking the song as a poignant exploration of the intersection between intellect and emotion, and the many layers involved in falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
You say I'm crazy
You label me irrational, perhaps to undermine my perspective.
But that's not what you mean
In reality, your words mask a deeper understanding or acknowledgment of my insights.
The answer's hazy
The truth is unclear and elusive, shrouded in confusion.
Despite how sure you may seem
Although you project confidence, the reality is far more uncertain.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
In my attempts to understand you, I approach it with a meticulous and analytical mindset.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
My efforts to grasp your complexities evoke the rigorous methods of scientific inquiry.
If most people would see what I see they'd immediately decide to leave all this alone
If others shared my perspective, they might choose to walk away from this complicated relationship.
Not sure what about you keeps me staying but I'm still here saying that I just can't let you go
I'm uncertain about the allure that keeps me tethered to you, yet I find myself unable to break free.
Flip on flopping first you'll go then stop, conversations over but still gon' talk
Your unpredictability leaves me in a state of confusion, as our discussions often feel unresolved.
Try to figure it all out but I just cannot, seas of hypotheses and still I got-
I strive to comprehend our situation, but despite numerous theories, clarity eludes me.
Nothing. Nothing on figuring all you out
Ultimately, I realize I have no concrete understanding of you.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
I continuously apply my analytical approach to uncover your essence.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
My exploration of your character is relentless and persistent.
Retesting every experiment oh oo woah
I repeatedly revisit my conclusions in hopes of gaining new insights.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
My pursuit of understanding you is like a continuous scientific inquiry.
Cause I've got theories on you but they never really matter
I formulate ideas about you, yet they frequently fall short or prove incorrect.
I've got theories but they all just get debunked
Every hypothesis I propose regarding your behavior seems to be disproven.
So what can I do when studying this matter
I'm at a loss regarding how to handle the complexities of understanding you.
When every time you change your mind, I'm stuck
Your shifting opinions leave me feeling trapped and confused.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
I persist in my analytical attempts to dissect your nature.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
My quest for knowledge about you continues wholeheartedly.
Retesting every experiment oh oo woah
I am bound to reevaluating my approaches in understanding you.
When it comes to studying you I'm a scientist oh oo woah
My fascination with your complexities drives my rigorous analysis.
Oh
An expression of contemplation, perhaps reflecting on the preceding thoughts.
Tell me very quickly if I'm getting real close
I seek immediate feedback to evaluate my understanding of you.
If by some magic miracle I'm cracking your code
I wonder if I am, against all odds, beginning to decipher your complexity.
I know
I acknowledge my limitations in understanding.
Pretty much nothing and when I think I got something
My knowledge remains minimal, and just when I feel I’ve made progress,
You'll just come on in running messing up what shows
You disrupt my insights, making me question my conclusions.
Woah woah woah - mixing up beakers 'till my speakers explode
The chaos you bring into my experiments leads to overwhelming confusion.
Misread poll on my soul
My attempts to gauge my inner feelings are misguided and unclear.
Another experiment. Hello, control
I embark on yet another attempt to establish understanding, seeking balance.
But honestly I promise that this science was never for me
I admit that this analytical approach is not my natural inclination or comfort zone.
Our history is more my forte
I feel more proficient at navigating the past aspects of our relationship.
And our future on the other hand would be hard to foresee
The trajectory of our relationship is unpredictable and challenging to anticipate.
If everything you said didn't instantly floor me
Your words often leave me stunned, complicating my understanding.
And morally I know that you'll still be mine
I am aware, on an emotional level, that you are inherently connected to me.
While your back to playing hacky sack with my mind
You effortlessly toss my thoughts around and keep me in a state of mental play.
But it doesn't make it easier for me to find
This playful back-and-forth only complicates my quest for understanding.
Why I'm having such a harder time
I struggle to discern the reasons behind my confusion and frustration.
I mean
I seek to clarify my thoughts, emphasizing my struggle.
What do I gotta do to figure out your ways
I am genuinely questioning what efforts are necessary to comprehend you more deeply.
Comprehend the changes in with everything you say
I wish to understand the nuances and shifts in your words and actions.
I mean it's come quite customary whenever you're near me
It has become routine that I adopt this analytical mindset in your presence.
I got my lab coat on and I'm developing theories
I metaphorically don the tools of a scientist as I formulate ideas about you.
On you, like I'm a scientist woah
My focus remains sharply on attempting to analyze your essence.
Yeah, I'm studying you like I'm a scientist oh oo woah
I adopt a thorough, research-oriented perspective regarding your nature.
Yeah, I'm studying you like I'm a scientist oh oo woah
My analytical approach is rooted in a desire to truly understand you.
Woah
An expression of amazement or reflection on the complexity of these feelings.
I'm studying you like I'm a scientist oh oo woah
My fascination and methodical examination of you remain unwavering.
Yeah
An affirmation of commitment to the pursuit of understanding.
Figure out your ways
I am determined to unravel the intricacies of your character.
I said, figure out your ways
My resolve to gain clarity about you is persistent and resolute.
Figure out your ways
The quest for understanding your nature is paramount in my mind.
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Brendan Ryan
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mfoleyusmc
Seriously hoping you blow up man. Your music is amazing
rockdudeguy18
I really enjoyed that. Different in a good way :)
Villa Dot
dude i would love to make a song with you if your still in MA then were not too far