James Dean
Daniel Bedingfield Lyrics


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I could be James Dean of the Music scene
I could be a big star like that man called Queen
I could have fly moves, be a dancefloor dream
But If she can't seem to notice me
Then what's it worth now

Could have my teeth flashing a Brad Pit smile
Be wearing Versace 'cause that's my style
Could have my hair cut by the extra mile
But if she can't make it worth my while
Then what's the point now

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know
I want to know

I wish that I could kiss your lips
The way that I
I want to baby
I wish that I could be your man
I wish that you could be my lady

I could be sly stone of the family crew
I could be big Bad Daddy Warbucks
And love you to
I could be knocked senseless by what you do
But if it's pain that I'm going through
It isn't love now
I made up my own darn mind
I'm getting no love after all this time
I'm gonna make music till my brain is fried
Because you can't see the man inside
It ain't enough now

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know
I want to know

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know
I want to know

I want to know

I wish that I could kiss your lips
The way that I
I want to baby
I wish that I could be your man
I wish that you could be my lady

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know
I want to know

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know
I want to know

I want to know
I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight




I want to know if you missed me
I want to know

Overall Meaning

The song "James Dean" by Daniel Bedingfield is about wanting to be noticed by someone who doesn't seem to give the attention the singer desires. The opening lines compare the singer's potential in the music industry to that of the famous actor James Dean, and one of the biggest bands of all time, Queen. However, none of that matters if the woman the singer wants to notice him remains oblivious to his existence.


The chorus expresses the singer's desire to know whether the woman is busy, doing anything tonight and if she missed him. He wishes he could kiss her and be her man, but she doesn't seem to feel the same way about him. The second verse has the singer saying he could dress like a fashion icon and have his hair styled in the trendiest fashion, but if the woman can’t be bothered to give him the time of day, then there’s no point.


The song is essentially about unrequited love and feeling unnoticed and unimportant. The singer is frustrated that the woman he desires doesn't seem to appreciate him, so he resorts to focusing entirely on his music out of desperation.


Line by Line Meaning

I could be James Dean of the Music scene
I have the potential to be a famous and charismatic musician like James Dean was an iconic actor


I could be a big star like that man called Queen
I have the potential to be as successful and acclaimed as Queen, a popular and influential rock band


I could have fly moves, be a dancefloor dream
I have the potential to be a great dancer with impressive and smooth moves that can inspire others to dance as well


But If she can't seem to notice me
However, if the woman I am interested in doesn't seem to pay attention to me or be attracted to me


Then what's it worth now
Then all my talents and achievements won't matter to me anymore


Could have my teeth flashing a Brad Pit smile
I could have perfect, attractive teeth just like Brad Pitt, a famous and handsome actor


Be wearing Versace 'cause that's my style
I could wear expensive and stylish clothing from Versace, a renowned fashion brand because that reflects my fashion preference


Could have my hair cut by the extra mile
I could have my hair styled and trimmed with extra attention and care for a unique and trendy look


But if she can't make it worth my while
However, if she doesn't appreciate or enjoy my efforts to impress her


Then what's the point now
Then all my efforts to look good and attract her won't matter anymore


I want to know if you're busy
I want to find out if you have any commitments or plans


I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you have any activities or events scheduled for tonight


I want to know if you missed me
I want to know if you feel the same way as I do and if you have been thinking about me


I wish that I could kiss your lips
I desire and yearn to kiss your lips affectionately


The way that I
In the same manner as I feel towards you


I want to baby
I want to express my affection and endearment to you


I wish that I could be your man
I desire and aspire to be your partner and lover


I wish that you could be my lady
I wish that you could reciprocate my feelings and be my romantic partner


I could be sly stone of the family crew
I could be like Sly Stone, a popular and influential musician who led a successful band of talented family members


I could be big Bad Daddy Warbucks
I could be a wealthy and influential person like Daddy Warbucks, a fictional character known for his wealth and generosity


And love you to
And I would still love you with all my heart


I could be knocked senseless by what you do
You can still impress and amaze me with your actions and choices


But if it's pain that I'm going through
However, if I am hurt or suffering because of my unrequited love for you


It isn't love now
Then what I am feeling towards you is not true love, but rather an infatuation or obsession


I made up my own darn mind
I have decided on my own without anybody's influence or coercion


I'm getting no love after all this time
I haven't received any love or reciprocation from the person I am interested in despite waiting and hoping for so long


I'm gonna make music till my brain is fried
I will continue to pursue my passion for music until I exhaust all my creativity and energy


Because you can't see the man inside
Because you don't appreciate or care for my true personality, talents, and feelings


It ain't enough now
All my previous efforts and achievements in music and looks aren't enough to make me happy or fulfilled




Lyrics © Royalty Network
Written by: DANIEL BEDINGFIELD

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@freedom4mealways

Twenty years ago, Bedingfield honored the legendary actor!

@laboribella

love daniel bedingfield!!!wish hed be back!

@chunkyhoey8649

He's performing on the street to loyal fans.

@TheBomBoms

i touched his hand at one of his concerts! arrrghhh awesome. He smelt so goooood

@DeniseKuan

i like show's version too! the video rocks too!

@debateist

luv this song it brings bac memories!!!!!!!! lxx

@tennisbaby1

hahah same here .. Taiwanese version is amazingggg!! dance moves are awesome!!

@FrancisLitanofficialJAPINOY

SHOW LUO - DANCE GATE

@NEILZULU1

Heavy beat.....tune.

@danomcdoodle

love dem sun glasses

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