The ballad finds Jepsen expressing her interest in pursuing a romantic relationship with someone despite her belief that she is not their "type" and explores the concept of unrequited love. During live performances, she revealed that the song was about a guy whom she fell for who she later finds out was gay, similar to what her single "Call Me Maybe"'s video was about.
Your Type
Carly Rae Jepsen Lyrics
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You used to be the first thing on my mind
I know I'm just a friend to you
That I will never get to call you mine
But I still love you
I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
But I can't get you out of my head
And I want you to miss me
When I'm not around you
I know that you're in town
Now won't you come around
To the spot that we met
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you'd call more than a friend
And I'd break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you'd call more than a friend
I bet she acts so perfectly
You probably eat up every word she says
And if you ever think of me
I bet I'm just a flicker in your head
But I still love you
I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
But I can't get you out of my head
And I want you to miss me
When I'm not around you
I know that you're in town
Won't you come around
To the spot that we met
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you'd call more than a friend
And I'd break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you'd call more than a friend
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I love you, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
I can't get you out of my head
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you'd call more than a friend
And I'd break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you'd call more than a friend
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
The song "Your Type" by Carly Rae Jepsen is a ballad about unrequited love. The singer is someone who used to be in love with the person they are addressing and can't seem to shake their feelings for them, even though they know that they are not reciprocated. The singer regrets expressing their feelings to the person, knowing that it will never be something more than a friendship. They want the person to miss them and come back to the place where they first met, but they know that it's unlikely to happen.
The chorus repeats the idea that the singer is not the type of girl for this person, that they will never be more than just friends. The singer admits that they break all the rules for this person and that they would do anything for them, but in the end, they know that they will never be more than a friend. The song ends with the singer promising to make time for this person, even though they know that they will never be together.
Overall, the song speaks to the pain of unrequited love and the difficulty of letting go of someone who will never feel the same way. It is a relatable and emotional ballad that showcases Carly Rae Jepsen's incredible songwriting and vocal abilities.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to be in love with you
I was once deeply in love with you.
You use to be the first thing on my mind
You were always the first thought on my mind.
I know I’m just a friend to you
I understand that I am only considered a friend by you.
That I will never get to call you mine
I have come to terms with the fact that I will never be able to have you as my own.
But I still love you
Despite everything, I still feel a deep love for you.
I’m sorry, I’m sorry, I love you
I apologize and express my love for you.
I didn’t mean to say what I said
I did not intend to say what I said that may have hurt you.
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
I really miss you and I have tried to ignore or suppress these feelings.
But I can’t get you out of my head
Despite my efforts, thoughts of you continue to consume my mind.
And I want you to miss me
I desire for you to feel the same longing and missing that I do.
When I’m not around you
When I am not in your presence.
I know that you’re in town
I am aware that you are nearby.
Why won't you come around
I wonder why you do not come see me.
To the spot that we met
To the location where our paths first crossed.
I’m not the type of girl for you
I am not the kind of person who is right for you.
And I’m not going to pretend
I will not pretend to be someone I am not.
I’m the type of girl you call more than a friend
I am the kind of girl you should be able to call more than a friend.
And I break all the rules for you
I am willing to break all the rules for you.
Break my heart and start again
Even if you hurt me, I am willing to try again.
I’ll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I am willing to make time for you, no matter how busy I may be.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Wayne Anthony Hector, Carly Rae Jepsen, Rami Yacoub, Carl Anthony Falk
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@regithaapricia
"Your Type"
I used to be in love with you
You used to be the first thing on my mind
I know I'm just a friend to you
That I will never get to call you mine
But I still love you
I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
But I can't get you out of my head
And I want you to miss me
When I'm not around you
I know that you're in town
Why won't you come around
To the spot that we met
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you call more than a friend
And I break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you call more than a friend
I bet she acts so perfectly
You probably eat up every word she says
And if you ever think of me
I bet I'm just a flicker in your head
But I still love you
I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
But I can't get you out of my head
And I want you to miss me
When I'm not around you
I know that you're in town
Why won't you come around
To the spot that we met
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you call more than a friend
And I break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you call more than a friend
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I love you, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
But I can't get you out of my head
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you call more than a friend
And I break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you call more than a friend
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
@lolamckouny74
I used to be in love with you
You used to be the first thing on my mind
I know I'm just a friend to you
That I will never get to call you mine
But I still love you
I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
But I can't get you out of my head
And I want you to miss me
When I'm not around you
I know that you're in town
Why won't you come around
To the spot that we met
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you call more than a friend
And I break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you call more than a friend
I bet she acts so perfectly
You probably eat up every word she says
And if you ever think of me
I bet I'm just a flicker in your head
But I still love you
I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
But I can't get you out of my head
And I want you to miss me
When I'm not around you
I know that you're in town
Why won't you come around
To the spot that we met
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you call more than a friend
And I break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you call more than a friend
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I love you, I'm sorry, I'm sorry, I love you
I didn't mean to say what I said
I miss you, I mean it, I tried not to feel it
But I can't get you out of my head
I'm not the type of girl for you
And I'm not going to pretend
That I'm the type of girl you call more than a friend
And I break all the rules for you
Break my heart and start again
I'm not the type of girl you call more than a friend
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
I'll make time for you (time for you-ooh)
@OhYeahItsJake
-The fact that she could probably be talking about the music industry instead of a guy makes the song even sadder. My heart is crushed. She doesn't deserve this underperforming successes
-I feel like these lines are about Taylor Swift.
I bet she acts so perfectly
You probably eat up every word she says
How America and music fans just eat up everything Taylor releases whether it's good or bad.
-1. I Really Like You
She is saying how she likes the people who listen/buy her music, and she is asking do they want her.
2. Run Away With Me
Carly wants us to run away with her on this musical journey.
3. Your Type
She realises she is not the GeneralPublic's type after the album flopped
@gleehappy3366
Future nostalgia is often credited for bringing back 80s synths/70s disco to mainstream consciousness but let’s be honest Carly Rae was lightyears ahead and didn’t get the recognition she deserves!!! And we are still waiting!
@shiningnightmare5616
FN or 1989 usually
But imo, everything 80s inspired that are released nowaday is definitely leaning more on EMOTION's style
The synth, the drum, and sometime even the vocal style
Sure, it's still 80s synthpop but Carly is definitely modernizing it into a whole new level
Props to her for being such a game-changer QUEEN
@moozie996
@@shiningnightmare5616 yesss cant be like her this is prime pop queen ughh i miss being teenage and listen all of her songs
@kevinmbadinga6207
❤❤🤧🎵
@bgdookiefingaz9233
Dua alipa
@evanwright9016
Daft Punk - Discovery (2001)
Justin Timberlake - s/t (2002)
Robyn - s/t (2005)
@pittworldwide
The best song on a terrific album. She deserves to be one of the biggest pop stars of right now - thoughtful, catchy, clever 80s inspired pop.
@VhCdhv
+Ed Pitts True, she's so underrated right now that it hurts!!!! what a shame
@jerichoaldemo3723
+Harly No. Your taste is awful. Listen to album on Spotify. You wont regret it.
@cd3xp
+Ed Pitts all of them can be singles im still listening to the whole album i love it