Things Are Changin'
Clark Jr. Gary Lyrics

Ooh baby things are changing now
The singer is acknowledging that changes are happening in his life, but he is uncertain of what those changes will bring.

I can't tell
The singer is unsure of where his life is headed due to the changes that are happening.

Where I'll be from here on out
The singer is unsure of where his life will take him in the future.

Ooh it's hell
The uncertainty and lack of control over his life is causing the singer distress and frustration.

Knowing that for now
The singer is aware that for the time being, he shouldn't reveal too much about his personal life.

We shouldn't kiss and tell
The singer believes that it's best to keep certain aspects of his life private.

When it's so good yeah
Despite the need for privacy, the singer recognizes that the situation he's in feels great.

You walk up to me like a stranger girl
The singer is surprised that despite not recognizing the woman, he knows her name.

And I already know your name
The singer recalls knowing the woman's name despite not remembering meeting her before.

I can make you feel good
The singer believes he's capable of bringing pleasure to the woman.

If you want to give me the time of day
The singer is aware that his advances may require the woman to take a chance on him.

Won't you listen to me here and now
The singer wants the woman to pay attention to what he has to say and what he can offer her.

Cause I'll lay it down simple and plan
The singer carefully explains his intentions and how he'd like to proceed with the woman.

Ooh it'd be good to get together girl
The singer believes that a relationship with the woman could be fulfilling and enjoyable.

But it'll be so hard to maintain
The singer is aware that starting a relationship takes work and may be difficult to sustain over time.

Cause it seems like now
The singer is acknowledging that the present moment is marked by uncertainty and change.

I told you already girl
The singer has already discussed certain aspects of his life with the woman.

That I oh I was so gone
The singer previously indicated that he was emotionally invested in something, but it's unclear what that is.

But that sweet sweet love
The singer is referring to the positive feelings that kept him invested in something despite it being difficult to maintain.

Yeah it had me hanging on
The positive emotions the singer experienced caused him to stay invested despite difficulties.

So strong and I
The singer experienced these emotions very intensely.

I know now girl
The singer has learned something important from his previous experiences.

That I can stand alone
The singer has realized that he doesn't need to rely on anyone else to be happy or successful.

I was put here on this earth
The singer reflects on his existence and purpose.

By myself whoa I gotta keep moving on
The singer accepts that he's responsible for his own life and needs to keep pushing forward despite the challenges he faces.