Think It Over
Crickets Lyrics

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Think it over what you just said
Think it over in your pretty little head
Are you sure that I'm not the one
Is your love real or only fun
You think it over, yes, think it over
A lonely heart grows cold and old

Think it over and let me know

Think it over but don't be slow
Just remember all birds and bees
Go by twos through life's mysteries
You think it over, yes, think it over
A lonely heart grows cold and old

Think it over and think of me
Think it over and you will see
A happy day when you and I
Think as one and kiss the blues goodbye
You think it over, yes, think it over
A lonely heart grows cold and old

Think it over, think it over

Overall Meaning

The song "Think It Over" by The Crickets is a classic rock and roll ballad that pleads with a lover to take a step back and consider the feelings of the singer. The song starts with the emotive line "Think it over what you just said" which refers to a moment in time when a statement has been made, and the singer is asking the person to reconsider their words. The singer then implores the person to think things over in their "pretty little head" and contemplate if their love is genuine or just a temporary fling.

The singer also compares the "lonely heart" to ice that grows "cold and old" when left untreated, meaning that the person is playing with the singer's emotions, causing bitterness and hurt. Then, the singer urges the person to take action, not to be slow, and remember that all creatures, like birds and bees, live in pairs, implying that the relationship should be meaningful and enduring. The refrain "think it over, yes, think it over" sums up the song's message, that the person should take time to contemplate their decision and the consequences of their actions.

Overall, "Think It Over" is a wistful message of a lover pining for someone who plays games with their heart, urging the person to consider the power they hold over someone else's emotions and to take responsibility for their actions.

Line by Line Meaning

Think it over what you just said
Reflect on the words you just spoke and consider if they were truthful or not.

Think it over in your pretty little head
Take some time to contemplate deeply in your mind the situation at hand.

Are you sure that I'm not the one
Questioning if you are certain that I'm not the right fit for you.

Is your love real or only fun
Doubting if your love for me is genuine or just temporary enjoyment.

Think it over, yes, think it over
Repeatedly urging you to consider and analyze the decision you must make.

A lonely heart grows cold and old
Reminding you of the possible consequences of a loveless life.

Think it over and let me know
Encouraging you to think and then immediately communicate your thoughts to me.

Think it over but don't be slow
Urging you not to delay thinking about it and coming to a decision.

Just remember all birds and bees
Bringing to mind the fact that all creatures follow a natural pattern of partnering up.

Go by twos through life's mysteries
Emphasizing that the pairing up of creatures is not a coincidence but an important aspect of life's journey.

Think it over and think of me
Requesting you to carefully consider how our relationship might grow in the future.

Think it over and you will see
Conveying the idea that with deep reflection comes clarity.

A happy day when you and I
Imagining a joyful future together.

Think as one and kiss the blues goodbye
Suggesting that if we are united in our decision, we can overcome any sadness or trouble.

Think it over, yes, think it over
Closing with a final plea for you to ponder and analyze before making a final decision.

A lonely heart grows cold and old
Reiterating the warning that a life without loving companionship can lead to unhappiness and despair.

Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BUDDY HOLLY, NORMAN PETTY

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