Simple
David Fanning Lyrics
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Likes good conversations
She's all naturally classic
Yeah, so in translation
She′s everything you want in a girl
She laughs even when it ain't funny
She's a Friday-wanna-keep-it-low-key
Don′t care if you got no money
Your love, your love is so simple
Your love, your love is so simple
Why do I wanna mess it up?
Why do I wanna mess it up?
(Yeah girl)
She ain′t got drama, so why do I want it?
She's so close to perfect and I′m so far from flawless
She's everything you want in a girl now
So why am I looking for a way out?
Another heart in the plain ground
So I′m feeling what I feel now
Your love, your love is so simple
Your love, your love is so simple
Why do I wanna mess it up?
Why do I wanna complicate it?
Cause girl I've got your trust
So why do I want to break it, break it when
All you′ve ever been is good to me
Always wanted to look good for me
Girl you fit me so perfectly, yeah
Your love, your love is so simple
Your love, your love is so simple
So how am I gonna tell her
That my heart ain't in it?
How am I gonna tell her
That my mind ain't in it?
We′re on different pages
Running different races
I think we′re gonna end up
Seeing different faces
And I hate it, yeah I hate it
Cause
Your love, your love is so simple
Your love, your love is so simple
Why do I wanna mess it up?
Why do I wanna complicate it?
Cause girl I've got your trust
So why do I want to break it, break it when
All you′ve ever been is good to me
Always wanted to look good for me
Girl you fit me so perfectly, yeah
Your love, your love is so simple
Your love, your love is so simple
Why do I wanna mess it up?
The song "Simple" by David Fanning is about a guy who is struggling to come to terms with the fact that he has found a perfect woman who loves him unconditionally, yet he feels like he is not worthy of her. The lyrics hint at the fact that the girl he loves is down-to-earth, easy-going, supportive, and caring, and he appreciates all of these qualities. He has this fear that he might mess things up by complicating the relationship, whereas all he really wants to do is acknowledge how simple and pure the love between them really is.
The song is a contemplation of his inner turmoil and his insecurity about his ability to keep the relationship going. The lyrics depict a conflict between personal insecurities and the desire to maintain the relationship, which he knows is honest and loving. In the end, he realizes that his love is precious and simple, and that the best way to sustain it is to appreciate it and not complicate it.
Line by Line Meaning
She ain′t too fancy
She is not overly complicated or high-maintenance.
Likes good conversations
She values meaningful communication and connection.
She's all naturally classic
She has a timeless, effortless beauty and charm.
Yeah, so in translation
Put simply, she is everything you want in a girl.
She′s everything you want in a girl
She possesses all the qualities and characteristics one looks for in a partner.
She laughs even when it ain't funny
She has a positive and lighthearted outlook, and enjoys making the most of every moment.
She's a Friday-wanna-keep-it-low-key
She prefers to keep things relaxed and low-pressure, especially on a Friday.
Don't care if you got no money
She is not materialistic or focused on financial status.
Cause baby
This is the reason why.
Your love, your love is so simple
The love you give is uncomplicated and easy to understand.
Why do I wanna mess it up?
Despite this simplicity, I am tempted to complicate or damage what we have.
(Yeah girl)
An encouragement or affirmation to the girl in question.
She ain′t got drama, so why do I want it?
She leads a relatively drama-free life, so why do I feel a pull towards drama or tension?
She's so close to perfect and I′m so far from flawless
She is nearly perfect, while I feel imperfect and unworthy in comparison.
Another heart in the plain ground
Another heart ends up hurt or disappointed.
So I′m feeling what I feel now
This is how I am feeling in the present moment.
So why am I looking for a way out?
Despite having all I could want in a partner, I feel a desire to escape or end things.
Your love, your love is so simple
Once again, your love is straightforward and uncomplicated.
Why do I wanna complicate it?
Despite this, I am drawn to complicating matters unnecessarily.
Cause girl I've got your trust
I have earned your trust and respect, which makes it all the more difficult to let go.
So why do I want to break it, break it when
Despite knowing how strong our bond is, I am tempted to ruin what we have.
All you′ve ever been is good to me
You have always treated me with kindness and respect.
Always wanted to look good for me
You make an effort to present yourself in a way that is pleasing to me.
Girl you fit me so perfectly, yeah
You seem to complement me in an ideal way.
So how am I gonna tell her
I am grappling with how to communicate my thoughts and feelings to her.
That my heart ain't in it?
I am struggling with the realization that my heart is no longer fully committed to this relationship.
That my mind ain't in it?
Furthermore, my mind is preoccupied and unsure of how to move forward.
We're on different pages
We are not completely aligned in our perspectives and goals.
Running different races
We are pursuing different paths or priorities in life.
I think we′re gonna end up
I believe that our relationship is headed towards a difficult or painful end.
Seeing different faces
We will end up seeing the world and each other differently.
And I hate it, yeah I hate it
This realization and impending outcome fills me with pain and regret.
Writer(s): Ben Stennis, Thomas Archer, David Fanning
Contributed by Allison R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.