I Could Never
Dionne Warwick & The Spinners Lyrics
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A guy with a pin to burst your bubble
That's what you get for all your trouble
I'll never fall in love again
I'll never fall in love again
What do you get when you kiss a guy?
You get enough germs to catch pneumonia
I'll never fall in love again
Dontcha know that I'll never fall in love again?
Don't tell me what it's all about
'Cause I've been there and I'm glad I'm out
Out of those chains, those chains that bind you
That is why I'm here to remind you
What do you get when you fall in love?
You only get lies and pain and sorrow
So far at least until tomorrow
I'll never fall in love again
No, no, I'll never fall in love again
Ahh, out of those chains, those chains that bind you
That is why I'm here to remind you
What do you get when you fall in love?
You only get lies and pain and sorrow
So far at least until tomorrow
I'll never fall in love again
Dontcha know that I'll never fall in love again
I'll never fall in love again
The lyrics of Dionne Warwick's song "I'll Never Fall in Love Again" reflect on the aftermath of falling in love. The first verse warns of the potential heartbreak that comes with falling in love, and how it can be equivalent to having one's bubble burst by a pin. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'll never fall in love again," emphasizing the singer's disillusionment and determination to avoid future romantic entanglements.
The second verse addresses the physical risks that come with kissing someone, with the suggestion that one may catch pneumonia. It also suggests that after a physical encounter, the other person may not even bother to contact you. The lyrics demonstrate cynicism and negativity about the experience of falling in love, with the singer warning others not to tell her what it's "all about" since she's been there before and is glad to be out of the "chains" that bind.
The overall message of the song is one of caution against the pain and disappointment that can come with opening oneself up to love. The lyrics are pessimistic, suggesting that love only brings lies, pain, and sorrow. However, the repetition of the chorus serves as a cathartic release for the singer, who appears to have resigned herself to a life without romantic love.
Line by Line Meaning
What do you get when you fall in love?
The singer is questioning the consequences of being in love.
A guy with a pin to burst your bubble
The singer warns that falling in love can lead to disappointment and heartbreak caused by the other person.
That's what you get for all your trouble
The singer believes that the pain and trouble of love is not worth the effort.
I'll never fall in love again
The artist has made a decision to avoid love in the future.
I'll never fall in love again
The artist repeats their decision to avoid love in the future.
What do you get when you kiss a guy?
The singer poses another question about the potential consequences of romantic interaction.
You get enough germs to catch pneumonia
The singer jokes about the risks of intimacy and makes light of the potential physical consequences of kissing.
After you do, he'll never phone ya
The artist implies that after physical intimacy, the other person may lose interest in pursuing a romantic relationship.
I'll never fall in love again
The artist repeats their decision to avoid love in the future.
Dontcha know that I'll never fall in love again?
The artist seeks affirmation that they will maintain their commitment to avoid love in the future.
Don't tell me what it's all about
The singer has already experienced love and does not need anyone to explain it to them.
'Cause I've been there and I'm glad I'm out
The artist is speaking from personal experience and is happy to have left behind the pain and trouble of a romantic relationship.
Out of those chains, those chains that bind you
The singer contends that being in a romantic relationship can feel like being tied down and restricted.
That is why I'm here to remind you
The singer is offering these words of warning to those who may be considering entering into a romantic relationship.
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Written by: HAL DAVID, BURT BACHARACH
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